Freshworks Chennai Lead Software Engineer Salaries by 100+ Employees (Updated 2025)

6 - 11 years exp.

₹31 Lakhs - ₹53 Lakhs

Avg. annual salary

Monthly In-hand Salary

Lead Software Engineer Salary at Freshworks ranges between ₹31 Lakhs to ₹53 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 6 years to 11 years. Salary estimates are based on 103 latest salaries received from... Read more

52% more than the average Lead Software Engineer Salary in Software Product Companies for 6 - 11 years of experience

Interested in this particular role? 5 job openings

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

Team Leadership

Lead teams to deliver scalable and cost-efficient solutions
Mentor team members across functions
Coordinate with other teams to drive adoption of services
Assist Product Owners with planning and roadmaps

Performance Engineering

Create and maintain performance test plans
Analyze and resolve performance issues across application layers
Execute performance tests and analyze results for improvements
Identify bottlenecks and recommend corrective actions

System Design and Implementation

Design and develop multi-tier software applications
Implement solutions leveraging distributed systems
Create metrics to establish product success criteria
Ensure compliance with information security processes

Agile Development

Work in an Agile environment
Conduct peer code reviews
Participate in sprint planning and retrospectives
Develop clean code with limited abstraction

Read full roles & responsibilities

Last Updated: 20 Jul 2025

Companies similar to Freshworks for Lead Software Engineer in Chennai

Freshworks Lead Software Engineer Salary

6 - 11 years exp. (103 salaries)

₹31 L/yr - ₹53 L/yr

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
Fidelity Investments Lead Software Engineer Salary 4 - 13 years exp. (328 salaries)	₹19.3 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr 36% less
Virtusa Consulting Services Lead Software Engineer Salary 4 - 12 years exp. (255 salaries)	₹16 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr 52% less
Login to view exact salary
UST Lead Software Engineer Salary 5 - 14 years exp. (122 salaries)	₹15.7 L/yr - ₹28.2 L/yr 48% less

FIS Lead Software Engineer Salary 6 - 13 years exp. (108 salaries)	₹18.1 L/yr - ₹33.7 L/yr 40% less
Expleo Solutions Lead Software Engineer Salary 7 - 14 years exp. (103 salaries)	₹11.8 L/yr - ₹20.1 L/yr 61% less

From

Lead Software Engineer

6 - 11 years exp.

Staff Engineer

8 - 17 years exp.

Disclaimer: Our data limits the visualization of this career path at this point. However, other roles and opportunities might be available within the organization beyond what is shown here.

Latest annual salaries shared by Freshworks Lead Software Engineer in Chennai

1w ago

₹47 Lakhs

11 years exp.

4w ago

₹40 Lakhs

11 years exp.

1mo ago

₹30.4 Lakhs

9 years exp.

1mo ago

₹43 Lakhs

7 years exp.

2mo ago

₹47.6 Lakhs

11 years exp.

2mo ago

7 years exp.

2mo ago

7 years exp.

2mo ago

6 years exp.

3mo ago

7 years exp.

3mo ago

11 years exp.

Freshworks Lead Software Engineer salaries by

Years of experience	Avg. annual salary
6 years (14 salaries)	₹31 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr
7 years (11 salaries)	₹31 L/yr - ₹46 L/yr
Login to view exact salary
8 years (27 salaries)	₹31 L/yr - ₹45 L/yr
9 years (23 salaries)	₹31.5 L/yr - ₹48 L/yr
10 years (14 salaries)	₹32.4 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr
11 years (14 salaries)	₹37 L/yr - ₹53 L/yr

View all salaries by experience

Similar Designation Salaries at Freshworks

Similar Designation	Avg. annual salary
Senior Software Engineer Salary (208 salaries)	₹12 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr
Software Engineer Salary (92 salaries)	₹5 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr
Login to view exact salary
Lead Engineer Salary (21 salaries)	₹15 L/yr - ₹48 L/yr
Software Developer Salary (21 salaries)	₹7 L/yr - ₹26.3 L/yr
Senior Software Developer Salary (5 salaries)	₹16 L/yr - ₹24.4 L/yr
Senior Engineer Salary (4 salaries)	₹15 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr

View more similar designations

Top trending discussions

View All

Salary Discussions

a digital marketer

CTC is 50lpa, but cannot even afford a vacation!

My manager is at 50lpa and age of 32 years, fully in the tech world. But I feel he is broke, Home loans and EMI are consuming his salary. 1.5 crore apartment, shiny car, apart from all this, he can't afford a single stress-free vacation. Welcome to India's newest illusion: high income with zero financial freedom. Literally feel he deserves this, but feel bad for him also! So in short, why do you want a good package and a good designation when you can't afford a happy vacation with family? Do you agree too?

Got a question about Freshworks?

Ask anonymously on communities.

Wide varities of Free Food - Morning, Noon, Dinner and Midnight Free Snacks and Beverages - All Da...

Dislikes

No Job Security Minimal/Less Work Life Balance for Dev and Product Team. Freshers and Upto 2 years...

see more salary related reviews

Freshworks Lead Software Engineer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Lead Software Engineer at Freshworks in Chennai?

The average salary of a Lead Software Engineer at Freshworks in Chennai typically ranges from ₹31.0 Lakhs to ₹53.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 6 years to 11 years).

The top 10% of Lead Software Engineer in Chennai at Freshworks earn more than ₹47.6 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹51.4 Lakhs per year. Lead Software Engineer Salaries at Freshworks 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+ Freshworks employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Lead Software Engineer at Freshworks in Chennai?

The estimated take-home salary of a Lead Software Engineer at Freshworks in Chennai typically ranges from ₹2,40,625 to ₹2,50,368 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹31.0 Lakhs to ₹53.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 6 years to 11 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 Freshworks. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

What are the key skills required to be a Lead Software Engineer at Freshworks in Chennai?

To be a Lead Software Engineer at Freshworks in Chennai, the key skills required include:

- Data Structures
- Information Security
- Open Source
- Python
- Distribution System

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

What is the salary of a Lead Software Engineer in companies similar to Freshworks in Chennai?

The salary of a Lead Software Engineer at companies similar to Freshworks in Chennai varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Fidelity Investments	₹19.3 Lakhs to ₹33.0 Lakhs per year
FIS	₹18.1 Lakhs to ₹33.7 Lakhs per year
UST	₹15.7 Lakhs to ₹28.2 Lakhs per year
Virtusa Consulting Services	₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹26.0 Lakhs per year
Expleo Solutions	₹11.8 Lakhs to ₹20.1 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 Lead Software Engineer at Freshworks in Chennai?

The salary growth for a Lead Software Engineer at Freshworks in Chennai depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Lead Software Engineer in Chennai can expect the following growth trajectory at Freshworks:

Experience	Average Salary Range
6 years	₹31.0 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year
7 years	₹31.0 Lakhs to ₹46.0 Lakhs per year
8 years	₹31.0 Lakhs to ₹45.0 Lakhs per year
9 years	₹31.5 Lakhs to ₹48.0 Lakhs per year

and so on.

Top skills at Freshworks for Lead Software Engineer

Problem Solving Agile Data Structures System Design Algorithms

Tell us how to improve this page.

Home >
Salaries >
Freshworks Salaries >
Freshworks Lead Software Engineer Salaries >
Freshworks Lead Software Engineer Salaries in Chennai

Freshworks Lead Software Engineer salary in Chennai ranges between ₹31 Lakhs to ₹53 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 103 Freshworks latest salaries received from various employees of Freshworks.