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Ciena Software Engineer salaries in New Delhi (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
1 - 8 years exp.
₹13 Lakhs - ₹33.6 Lakhs
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Software Engineer Salary at Ciena ranges between ₹13 Lakhs to ₹33.6 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 1 year to 8 years. Salary estimates are based on 24 latest salaries received from various... Read more

127% more than the average Software Engineer Salary in Telecom Companies for 1 - 8 years of experience

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What are the roles & responsibilities of a Software Engineer at Ciena?

Software Development

  • Design and develop software features for routing and switching platforms
  • Author and contribute to software design, development, and documentation
  • Troubleshoot and debug issues in Linux environment
  • Implement and maintain routing protocols and enhancements

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Last Updated: 28 May 2025

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₹13.8 L/yr - ₹17.6 L/yr
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₹13.5 L/yr - ₹33.8 L/yr
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₹17 L/yr - ₹40.1 L/yr
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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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  • Job security - Poor

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

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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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Ciena Software Engineer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Software Engineer at Ciena in New Delhi?
The average salary of a Software Engineer at Ciena in New Delhi typically ranges from ₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹33.6 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 1 year to 8 years).

The top 10% of Software Engineer in New Delhi at Ciena earn more than ₹28.1 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹33.6 Lakhs per year. 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 20+ Ciena employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Software Engineer at Ciena in New Delhi?
The estimated take-home salary of a Software Engineer at Ciena in New Delhi typically ranges from ₹1,39,133 to ₹1,44,288 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹33.6 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 1 year to 8 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 20+ 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 Software Engineer at Ciena in New Delhi?
To be a Software Engineer at Ciena in New Delhi, the key skills required include:

  • - Python
  • - Java
  • - Software Development
  • - Linux
  • - Data Structures

These skills are highly valued at Ciena and are crucial for successful performance in a Software Engineering role.
What is the salary of a Software Engineer in companies similar to Ciena in New Delhi?
The salary of a Software Engineer at companies similar to Ciena in New Delhi varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Telstra ₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹24.0 Lakhs per year
Nokia ₹7.1 Lakhs to ₹23.3 Lakhs per year
Ericsson ₹4.4 Lakhs to ₹15.9 Lakhs per year
Rakuten Symphony ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹17.1 Lakhs per year
OnMobile Global ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹10.7 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 Software Engineer at Ciena in New Delhi?
The salary growth for a Software Engineer at Ciena in New Delhi depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Software Engineer in New Delhi can expect the following growth trajectory at Ciena:

Experience Average Salary Range
1 year ₹13.8 Lakhs to ₹17.6 Lakhs per year
2 years ₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹18.0 Lakhs per year
3 years ₹13.5 Lakhs to ₹33.8 Lakhs per year
4 years ₹18.5 Lakhs to ₹23.6 Lakhs per year
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Top skills at Ciena for Software Engineer

C++ Linux C Problem Solving Debugging Collaboration Routing Protocols

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Ciena Software Engineer salary in New Delhi ranges between ₹13 Lakhs to ₹33.6 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 24 Ciena latest salaries received from various employees of Ciena.