IBM Application Architect Salaries by 900+ Employees (Updated 2025)

10 - 21 years exp.

₹13.8 Lakhs - ₹48 Lakhs

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Application Architect Salary at IBM ranges between ₹13.8 Lakhs to ₹48 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 10 years to 21 years. Salary estimates are based on 940 latest salaries received from various... Read more

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What are the roles & responsibilities of a Application Architect at IBM?

Project Leadership

Lead multiple sized projects to implement new functionalities
Collaborate with teams to prioritize work and drive system solutions
Advocate for clients while guiding technical teams
Manage solution design and implementation aspects

Client Engagement

Assist clients in the selection and support of SAP Hana Security
Understand client business processes and service needs
Communicate with customers to understand their needs
Provide guidance on functional and operational aspects

Technical Implementation

Conduct Unit Testing and User Acceptance Testing
Perform SAP configurations and write detailed specifications
Design integration solutions and data migration strategies
Establish enterprise-wide best practices for implementations

Analysis and Design

Analyze business requirements and translate them into effective solutions
Conduct fit analysis and implementation planning
Create requirement specifications based on architecture and design
Lead and investigate complex technical issues

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Last Updated: 23 Jun 2025

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IBM Application Architect salaries by

Years of experience	Avg. annual salary
10 years (66 salaries)	₹12.8 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr
11 years (77 salaries)	₹15.1 L/yr - ₹42.5 L/yr
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12 years (96 salaries)	₹13.7 L/yr - ₹48 L/yr
13 years (79 salaries)	₹13.4 L/yr - ₹48 L/yr
14 years (103 salaries)	₹14.8 L/yr - ₹48 L/yr
15+ years (519 salaries)	₹16 L/yr - ₹48 L/yr

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Rated by 78 employees for salary & benefits

Application Architect in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• updated on 31 May 2024

3.0

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Likes

Work culture , work life balance , salary structure , learning opportunities,

Skill development - Good

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Dislikes

Moderate to no hike , no promotion , can't take much leave ( though sick leaves are unlimited , that would have impact on utilization . One person can't even use 50% of his earn leave in a year )

Job security - Poor

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Application Architect in Chennai

Engineering - Software & QA Department

2.0

• updated on 10 Jun 2022

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Likes

Flexible office hours Fixed pay. No variable pay. you get bonus at the end of the year but that is not included in CTC Lots of resources available for employees for upskilling

Skill development - Excellent

Dislikes

Very slow growth. Promotion gets difficult beyond 7b band and there is also a catch if you get promoted beyond 7b there would be challenges in getting billable roles/projects. Lots of old timers in the company they wont grow also will engage in all sorts of dirty politics to ensure new employees to struggle.

Salary - Poor

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Application Architect in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• updated on 23 Dec 2021

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

You will get opportunities to learn new new things. Work from home. Flexible timings

Skill development - Good

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Dislikes

... terrible. Even though your ratings are good you will not get hike more than 4%. Sometimes they say you are not eligible for salary hike.

Salary - Bad

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Application Architect in Pune

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• updated on 01 Oct 2021

3.0

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Likes

Nothing nice to say.

Work-life balance - Excellent

Dislikes

...ed for employees. People manager keeps on changing in every 6 months to 1 year. The salary hike and appraisals are under the control of him. There will be no discussion occurs between me and my PeM. They just give the default rating without saying any reason. The salary hike also depends on PeM and get hikes if he is interested to give.

Promotions - Bad

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Project Manager in Gurgaon / Gurugram

Full Time

Consulting Department

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• updated on 25 Mar 2025

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Nothing, old employees staying in the company in their comfort zone 14-15 years with big ego.

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Ibm policy No salary increase Nothing good No work life balance No good projects all are clean up activity No job roles peoples are out anywhere One of the worst workforce/resource management team i have seen in my exp. Even though you get client appreciation you won't get notified or awarded by ibm Worst project mangers and program mangers

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IBM Application Architect Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Application Architect at IBM ?

The average salary of a Application Architect at IBM in India typically ranges from ₹13.8 Lakhs to ₹48.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 10 years to 21 years).

The top 10% of Application Architect at IBM earn more than ₹39.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹45.2 Lakhs per year. Application Architect Salaries at IBM 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 900+ IBM employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Application Architect at IBM in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Application Architect at IBM in India typically ranges from ₹2,01,483 to ₹2,09,456 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹13.8 Lakhs to ₹48.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 10 years to 21 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 900+ salaries received from various employees of IBM. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

What are the key skills required to be a Application Architect at IBM ?

To be a Application Architect at IBM in india, the key skills required include:

- Javascript
- Interpersonal Skills
- Cloud
- Microservices
- Agile

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

What is the salary of a Application Architect in companies similar to IBM in India?

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

Genpact	₹16.6 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year
Infosys	₹22.0 Lakhs to ₹44.0 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹13.9 Lakhs to ₹46.0 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹16.9 Lakhs to ₹42.0 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹11.6 Lakhs to ₹40.0 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 Application Architect at IBM in India?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
10 years	₹12.8 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year
11 years	₹15.1 Lakhs to ₹42.5 Lakhs per year
12 years	₹13.7 Lakhs to ₹48.0 Lakhs per year
13 years	₹13.4 Lakhs to ₹48.0 Lakhs per year

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