Senior Big Data Engineer
Annual salary range
₹8.5 Lakhs - ₹38.1 Lakhs
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All Filters Senior Big Data Engineer Salary in India (Updated 2025)
Based on 562
salaries
• Updated:
3 Jul 2025
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Senior Big Data Engineer Salary in India ranges between ₹8.5 Lakhs to ₹38.1 Lakhs for 3 years of experience to 11 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 562 latest salaries received from Senior...
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| Company name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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Dunnhumby Senior Big Data Engineer Salary
3 years exp |  | 1 job opening |
Cognizant Senior Big Data Engineer Salary
3 years exp | | |
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3 years exp | | |
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3 years exp | | |
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| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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1 -
4
yrs
exp.
(27 salaries)
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₹8.7 L/yr - ₹15.7 L/yr | |
5 -
11
yrs
exp.
(17 salaries)
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₹10.9 L/yr - ₹20.2 L/yr | |
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3 -
14
yrs
exp.
(17 salaries)
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₹12.8 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr | |
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2 -
10
yrs
exp.
(15 salaries)
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₹19.1 L/yr - ₹35.3 L/yr | 1 job opening |
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3 -
10
yrs
exp.
(14 salaries)
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₹12.1 L/yr - ₹18.9 L/yr | |
6 -
13
yrs
exp.
(13 salaries)
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₹16.7 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr | |
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3 -
9
yrs
exp.
(11 salaries)
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₹9.3 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr | |
6 -
11
yrs
exp.
(10 salaries)
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₹23.8 L/yr - ₹43.4 L/yr | |
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2 -
6
yrs
exp.
(9 salaries)
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₹9.5 L/yr - ₹17.3 L/yr | |
6 -
10
yrs
exp.
(9 salaries)
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₹20 L/yr - ₹23.6 L/yr | |
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Senior Big Data Engineer salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
3
years
(42
salaries)
| ₹6.6 L/yr - ₹19.2 L/yr |
4
years
(55
salaries)
| ₹6.2 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr |
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5
years
(80
salaries)
| ₹6.5 L/yr - ₹30.2 L/yr |
6
years
(86
salaries)
| ₹8.5 L/yr - ₹34.7 L/yr |
7
years
(89
salaries)
| ₹9.3 L/yr - ₹39 L/yr |
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Senior Big Data Engineer Jobs in India
Senior Big Data Engineer
· 2-7 years
Qualcomm india pvt ltd.
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Senior Big Data Engineer
· 10-20 years
Optimum Solutions
Chennai +2 more
Senior Big Data Engineer
· 5-10 years
Qualys
₹20
L/yr
- ₹30
L/yr
Pune
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Cognizant
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• updated on 11 May 2025
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read more- Skill development - Good
Dislikes
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- Promotions - Poor
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• updated on 13 May 2023
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Favoritism if you are good on any tool they will push you on same
- Work-life balance - Bad
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• updated on 04 Jul 2024
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• updated on 15 Aug 2024
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Senior Big Data Engineer Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Senior Big Data Engineer
3 -
11
years
exp.
| ₹9.1 L/yr - ₹38.1 L/yr |
Pune
Senior Big Data Engineer
3 -
11
years
exp.
| ₹9 L/yr - ₹38 L/yr |
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Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Senior Big Data Engineer
3 -
11
years
exp.
| ₹9.5 L/yr - ₹40.5 L/yr |
Chennai
Senior Big Data Engineer
3 -
11
years
exp.
| ₹7 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr |
Gurgaon / Gurugram
Senior Big Data Engineer
3 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹10 L/yr - ₹38.1 L/yr |
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Senior Big Data Engineer Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
IT Services & Consulting Senior Big Data Engineer
3 -
11
years
exp.
| ₹8.6 L/yr - ₹37 L/yr |
Software Product Senior Big Data Engineer
3 -
11
years
exp.
| ₹9 L/yr - ₹43.4 L/yr |
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Internet Senior Big Data Engineer
3 -
11
years
exp.
| ₹9.1 L/yr - ₹35.7 L/yr |
Financial Services Senior Big Data Engineer
3 -
11
years
exp.
| ₹8.5 L/yr - ₹31 L/yr |
Analytics & KPO Senior Big Data Engineer
3 -
11
years
exp.
| ₹10.1 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Senior Big Data Engineer Salaries
What is the salary of a Senior Big Data Engineer in India?
The salary of a Senior Big Data Engineer in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Senior Big Data Engineer salaries ranges from ₹8.5 Lakhs to ₹38.1 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹8.5 Lakhs to ₹38.1 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹19.4 Lakhs to ₹24.7 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 562 salaries received from various Senior Big Data Engineers across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹8.5 Lakhs to ₹38.1 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹19.4 Lakhs to ₹24.7 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 562 salaries received from various Senior Big Data Engineers across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Senior Big Data Engineers?
Senior Big Data Engineer Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| Dunnhumby Senior Big Data Engineer Salary | ₹19.4 Lakhs to ₹24.7 Lakhs per year |
| Cognizant Senior Big Data Engineer Salary | ₹13.8 Lakhs to ₹17.7 Lakhs per year |
| Wipro Senior Big Data Engineer Salary | ₹12.7 Lakhs to ₹16.3 Lakhs per year |
| Knowledge Lens Senior Big Data Engineer Salary | ₹8.6 Lakhs to ₹16.5 Lakhs per year |
| LTIMindtree Senior Big Data Engineer Salary | ₹8.9 Lakhs to ₹11.3 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for Senior Big Data Engineer in India?
The annual salary for Senior Big Data Engineer in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Senior Big Data Engineer are
Salary expectations for Senior Big Data Engineer may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Senior Big Data Engineer Salary in Gurgaon / Gurugram | ₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹38.1 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Big Data Engineer Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹9.5 Lakhs to ₹40.5 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Big Data Engineer Salary in Noida | ₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Big Data Engineer Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹9.1 Lakhs to ₹38.1 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Big Data Engineer Salary in Pune | ₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹38.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Senior Big Data Engineer in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Senior Big Data Engineer in India are:
| Senior Big Data Engineer Salary in Hardware & Networking | ₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Big Data Engineer Salary in Software Product | ₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹43.4 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Big Data Engineer Salary in Emerging Technologies | ₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹28.5 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Big Data Engineer Salary in Analytics & KPO | ₹10.1 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Big Data Engineer Salary in Financial Services | ₹8.5 Lakhs to ₹31.0 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Senior Big Data Engineer in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Senior Big Data Engineer salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Senior Big Data Engineer take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Senior Big Data Engineer salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 3 years | ₹6.6 Lakhs to ₹19.2 Lakhs per year |
| 4 years | ₹6.2 Lakhs to ₹33.0 Lakhs per year |
| 5 years | ₹6.5 Lakhs to ₹30.2 Lakhs per year |
| 6 years | ₹8.5 Lakhs to ₹34.7 Lakhs per year |
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