Cognizant Chennai Database Architect Salaries by 8 Employees (Updated 2025)

12 - 17 years exp.

₹18.4 Lakhs - ₹27.4 Lakhs

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Database Architect Salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹18.4 Lakhs to ₹27.4 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 12 years to 17 years. Salary estimates are based on 8 latest salaries received from various... Read more

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Cognizant Database Architect Salary

12 - 17 years exp. (8 salaries)

₹18.4 L/yr - ₹27.4 L/yr

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UST Database Architect Salary 15 - 18 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹16.2 L/yr - ₹21.1 L/yr 17% less
Hexaware Technologies Database Architect Salary 8 - 18 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹15.9 L/yr - ₹23 L/yr 9% less	1 job opening

Cognizant Database Architect salaries by

Years of experience	Avg. annual salary
12 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹20.4 L/yr - ₹26.1 L/yr
13 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹20.8 L/yr - ₹26.6 L/yr
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14 years (4 salaries)	₹18.4 L/yr - ₹27.4 L/yr
15+ years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹22.1 L/yr - ₹27.4 L/yr

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Rated by 2 employees for salary & benefits

Senior Associate in Gurgaon / Gurugram

Full Time

Data Science & Analytics Department

1.0

• updated on 03 May 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Salary is good when you switch job to cognizant.

Dislikes

No work life balance. I got project in another technology to the one I was hired for. There is lot of work pressure. It feels like a hanging sword. Any moment you can be fired .

Senior Associate in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Data Science & Analytics Department

1.0

• updated on 24 Apr 2025

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Nothing

Dislikes

Variable pay is not paid properly, income is taxed incorrectly, salary hike are postponed frequently, manager are not 1-1 relationship its a matrix system and home manager changes every 3 to 6 months, managers always deligate their own work to associates

Senior Associate in Chennai

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• updated on 15 Apr 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Work-life balance, Salary, Job security, Skill development, Work satisfaction & Company culture

Dislikes

Hike Percentage, Expecting contribution more on the community side even we contributed a lot in the project in multiple areas apart from the project activities and they give reason to reduce the rating.

Senior Associate in Noida

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

2.0

• updated on 20 Mar 2025

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

As working here is quite good when your manager is cooperative. Though In previous two years work and manager both was good no complaints for them and i worked from home till now and everyone was cool.

Dislikes

Now during current project my so called manager is psycho. Here in cognizant manager also do coding but he is like only I have to do everything and he just wants credit for it. Even to other squads he is like only he is doing work. He oftenly insulted me and two other team mates. I talked with my home manager but no benefit. Only you have to suffer in that scenario.

Senior Associate in Pune

Full Time

Consulting Department

2.0

• updated on 19 Mar 2025

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

1. salary do not have varaibale component. 2. Co-workers are good.

Dislikes

1. Low job security 2. Forcing people to work from office(ODC) 3. Mostly support projects 4. Very low transparency with poor management 5. Work satisfaction is very average

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Cognizant Database Architect Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Database Architect at Cognizant in Chennai?

The average salary of a Database Architect at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹18.4 Lakhs to ₹27.4 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 12 years to 17 years).

The top 10% of Database Architect in Chennai at Cognizant earn more than ₹25.6 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹27.4 Lakhs per year. Database Architect Salaries at Cognizant 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 8 Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Database Architect at Cognizant in Chennai?

The estimated take-home salary of a Database Architect at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹1,49,791 to ₹1,55,428 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹18.4 Lakhs to ₹27.4 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 12 years to 17 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 8 salaries received from various employees of Cognizant. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

What are the key skills required to be a Database Architect at Cognizant in Chennai?

To be a Database Architect at Cognizant in Chennai, the key skills required include:

- MS SQL
- Powershell

These skills are highly valued at Cognizant and are crucial for successful performance in a Software Engineering role.

What is the salary of a Database Architect in companies similar to Cognizant in Chennai?

The salary of a Database Architect at companies similar to Cognizant in Chennai varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

IBM	₹18.6 Lakhs to ₹24.5 Lakhs per year
Hexaware Technologies	₹15.9 Lakhs to ₹23.0 Lakhs per year
UST	₹16.2 Lakhs to ₹21.1 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹8.1 Lakhs to ₹27.6 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 Database Architect at Cognizant in Chennai?

The salary growth for a Database Architect at Cognizant in Chennai depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Database Architect in Chennai can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience	Average Salary Range
12 years	₹20.4 Lakhs to ₹26.1 Lakhs per year
13 years	₹20.8 Lakhs to ₹26.6 Lakhs per year
14 years	₹18.4 Lakhs to ₹27.4 Lakhs per year
15 years	₹22.1 Lakhs to ₹27.4 Lakhs per year

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Cognizant Database Architect salary in Chennai ranges between ₹18.4 Lakhs to ₹27.4 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 8 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.