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Ciena Senior Software Engineer salaries in India (Updated 2025)

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4 - 10 years exp.
₹11.5 Lakhs - ₹40 Lakhs
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Senior Software Engineer Salary at Ciena ranges between ₹11.5 Lakhs to ₹40 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 4 years to 10 years. Salary estimates are based on 128 latest salaries received from... Read more

71% more than the average Senior Software Engineer Salary in Telecom Companies for 4 - 10 years of experience

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Ciena Senior Software Engineer Salary and Career Growth

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    Lead Engineer 8 - 15 years exp.
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    4 years  (16 salaries)

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    ₹11.5 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr
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    Rated by 13 employees for salary & benefits

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    Engineering - Software & QA Department

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    Work culture is very decent, work life balance is good, compensation is good in market, avoiding processes which are disliked generally like daily timesheet, too much approvals, etc.

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    • Salary - Excellent
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    There is hardly anything to dislike in Ciena but if I have to add then international traveling option is less.

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    Engineering - Software & QA Department

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      •  updated on 13 Sep 2024

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    Employee can choose between hybrid and remote work culture Seniors are helpful Manager understand the issues faced by employee and take corrective measures Free food.

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    • Salary - Good
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    ... really hard to get those in real Working on little old technologies which other competitors have already implemented many years back Bonus and hike are almost same between an average and good working employee

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    Engineering - Software & QA Department

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    Ciena is a great place to work, explore and make connections and overall grow in the IT industry. For the past year or so I've been part of Ciena, the best part I've felt is that its a company a person can settle and give years especially later in their career. The culture is very employee centric and there are many verticals to work and contribute. They are very flexible wit the timings and the managers and colleagues are very supportive. I am working as a remote employee and their remote program is one of the very best in the industry. Also there is very less micro-management in the company which is refreshing as people contribute and work on their hours they are comfortable with.

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    ...rojects with very less development and the work at some times not much exciting. Also their is a lot of salary variation among people with same experience or job title.

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    Engineering - Software & QA Department

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    Ciena is the best place to work with great work life balance, supportive work culture and competitive pay. I feel blessed to get to work on cutting edge technologies and collaborate with great leaders.

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    I am happy to work with Ciena and everyday is a new learning. It's almost been more than 2 years and I like everything about this company.

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    Engineering - Software & QA Department

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    Working culture, company take utmost care of their employees.. be it banefits, leaves, pay hike with normalisation w .r t to market standards.

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    Ciena Senior Software Engineer Salary FAQs

    What is the salary of Senior Software Engineer at Ciena ?
    The average salary of a Senior Software Engineer at Ciena in India typically ranges from ₹11.5 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 4 years to 10 years).

    The top 10% of Senior Software Engineer at Ciena earn more than ₹31.9 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹37.7 Lakhs per year. Senior Software Engineer Salaries at Ciena can be higher or lower depending on factors such as the specific team, level of experience, and additional benefits like bonuses and stock options.

    These estimates are based on salary data submitted by 100+ Ciena employees in India.
    What is the estimated take home salary of a Senior Software Engineer at Ciena in India?
    The estimated take-home salary of a Senior Software Engineer at Ciena in India typically ranges from ₹1,73,879 to ₹1,80,604 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹11.5 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 4 years to 10 years.The take-home salary is calculated after accounting for standard deductions such as taxes, provident fund (PF), and insurance. Salary estimates are based on 100+ salaries received from various employees of Ciena. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.
    What are the key skills required to be a Senior Software Engineer at Ciena ?
    To be a Senior Software Engineer at Ciena in india, the key skills required include:

    • - Software Engineering
    • - Software Development
    • - Linux
    • - Java
    • - Kafka

    These skills are highly valued at Ciena and are crucial for successful performance in a Software Engineering role.
    Which companies offer higher salaries than Ciena for Senior Software Engineer in India?
    Telstra ₹16.1 Lakhs to ₹49.5 Lakhs per year
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    These companies are known for offering competitive compensation packages that can exceed the salary offered by Ciena, depending on the role and experience level.
    What is the salary of a Senior Software Engineer in companies similar to Ciena in India?
    The salary of a Senior Software Engineer at companies similar to Ciena in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

    Motorola Solutions ₹10.4 Lakhs to ₹34.0 Lakhs per year
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    Dish Network ₹12.1 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year

    These companies, which operate in similar sectors, offer competitive salaries, although the range can vary based on the company and individual experience levels.
    How the salary growth look like for a Senior Software Engineer at Ciena in India?
    The salary growth for a Senior Software Engineer at Ciena depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Senior Software Engineer can expect the following growth trajectory at Ciena:

    Experience Average Salary Range
    4 years ₹11.5 Lakhs to ₹28.0 Lakhs per year
    5 years ₹12.4 Lakhs to ₹29.0 Lakhs per year
    6 years ₹13.4 Lakhs to ₹37.0 Lakhs per year
    7 years ₹14.8 Lakhs to ₹31.4 Lakhs per year
    and so on.

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    Ciena Senior Software Engineer salary in India ranges between ₹11.5 Lakhs to ₹40 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 128 Ciena latest salaries received from various employees of Ciena.