Paytm Lead Engineer Salaries by 20+ Employees (Updated 2025)

3 - 12 years exp.

₹24 Lakhs - ₹66 Lakhs

Avg. annual salary

Monthly In-hand Salary

Lead Engineer Salary at Paytm ranges between ₹24 Lakhs to ₹66 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 3 years to 12 years. Salary estimates are based on 20 latest salaries received from various... Read more

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Last Updated: 11 Jun 2025

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Latest annual salaries shared by Paytm Lead Engineer

3mo ago

₹25 Lakhs

5 years exp.

4mo ago

₹65.2 Lakhs

11 years exp.

5mo ago

₹43 Lakhs

12 years exp.

6mo ago

₹46 Lakhs

12 years exp.

8mo ago

₹29 Lakhs

8 years exp.

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Paytm Lead Engineer salaries by

Years of experience	Avg. annual salary
3 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹28.1 L/yr - ₹35.9 L/yr
4 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹29.5 L/yr - ₹37.7 L/yr
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5 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹30.8 L/yr - ₹39.4 L/yr
6 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹32.2 L/yr - ₹41.1 L/yr
7 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹33.6 L/yr - ₹42.9 L/yr
8 years (4 salaries)	₹28 L/yr - ₹69.8 L/yr
9 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹36.3 L/yr - ₹46.3 L/yr
10 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹37.6 L/yr - ₹48.1 L/yr
11 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹39 L/yr - ₹49.8 L/yr
12 years (4 salaries)	₹41 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr

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1.9

Rated by 3 employees for salary & benefits

Team Lead in Pune

Full Time

Sales & Business Development Department

1.0

• posted on 17 Apr 2025

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Only salary in time for on roll employee only

Dislikes

Everything is bad no job security very heigh pressure working culture. Horrible environment Pune location city head behaviour is cheapest and unprofessional

Skill development - Poor

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Team Lead in Kota

Full Time

Sales & Business Development Department

1.0

• posted on 06 Apr 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

There is not to like , only salary on time as i was on onroll profile . But who’s offroll and my FSE didn’t get any salary .

Salary - Good

Dislikes

Everything is dislike , no work culture manager not support for build your team , because managers also having team , they only completing there targets . There is only hire and fire process . In 1 city 20-25 TL working for the same product . Now growth in this company .

Skill development - Bad

+5 more

Team Lead in Guwahati

Full Time

Sales & Business Development Department

3.0

• posted on 08 Mar 2025

5.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Only Good thing is it's on roll and you get salary on time.

Salary - Excellent

Dislikes

Upper management is so dominant and the whole team work on crisis everyday. You never know when you will be fired. They asked to work on Sundays as well without any extra pay. Leave is just a dream

Job security - Bad

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Senior Associate in New Delhi

Full Time

Customer Success, Service & Operations Department

3.0

• posted on 21 Dec 2024

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

There is noting to like in Paytm.

Dislikes

There is no growth in Paytm you will do the hard-work but they are not going to pay the same. Low salaries more work due to there internal policies they are not going to survive. They already break RBI rule like three times.

Promotions - Poor

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Team Lead in Guwahati

Full Time

Sales & Business Development Department

1.0

• posted on 22 Nov 2024

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Nothing

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...pecialy from east region, they even dont know what is written in the HR policy.. They penalised the field staff just not to pay their salary and to get free work them. TL and ASM of QR devision.. are not allowed to enter offices.. They start their day from 5.30am.. and end thr day at no time.. No family life.. if u work with paytm... you are not allowed to have your family.. Such a horrible experiance i have..

Salary - Bad

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Paytm Lead Engineer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Lead Engineer at Paytm ?

The average salary of a Lead Engineer at Paytm in India typically ranges from ₹24.0 Lakhs to ₹66.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 3 years to 12 years).

The top 10% of Lead Engineer at Paytm earn more than ₹65.1 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹66.0 Lakhs per year. Lead Engineer Salaries at Paytm 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+ Paytm employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Lead Engineer at Paytm in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Lead Engineer at Paytm in India typically ranges from ₹2,27,904 to ₹2,37,072 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹24.0 Lakhs to ₹66.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 3 years to 12 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 Paytm. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

What are the key skills required to be a Lead Engineer at Paytm ?

To be a Lead Engineer at Paytm in india, the key skills required include:

- EDC
- Financial Services
- Backend
- Cisco Routers
- Network Design

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

Which companies offer higher salaries than Paytm for Lead Engineer in India?

PhonePe	₹30.0 Lakhs to ₹100.0 Lakhs per year
BillDesk	₹38.0 Lakhs to ₹66.0 Lakhs per year
Visa	₹30.5 Lakhs to ₹80.0 Lakhs per year
Western Union	₹24.0 Lakhs to ₹65.0 Lakhs per year
Q2 Software	₹31.8 Lakhs to ₹55.0 Lakhs per year

These companies are known for offering competitive compensation packages that can exceed the salary offered by Paytm, depending on the role and experience level.

What is the salary of a Lead Engineer in companies similar to Paytm in India?

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

MasterCard	₹16.1 Lakhs to ₹56.0 Lakhs per year
PayPal	₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹57.0 Lakhs per year
TransUnion	₹19.2 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year
Fiserv	₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹29.0 Lakhs per year
Broadridge Financial Solutions	₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹24.0 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 Lead Engineer at Paytm in India?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
3 years	₹28.1 Lakhs to ₹35.9 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹29.5 Lakhs to ₹37.7 Lakhs per year
5 years	₹30.8 Lakhs to ₹39.4 Lakhs per year
6 years	₹32.2 Lakhs to ₹41.1 Lakhs per year

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Paytm Lead Engineer salary in India ranges between ₹24 Lakhs to ₹66 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 20 Paytm latest salaries received from various employees of Paytm.