Highest-paying engineering jobs in India

The top engineering roles on ABILITY360, ranked by experienced salary. Figures are typical ranges in lakhs per annum (LPA) and vary by city, company and skills.

1. 1. Machine Learning Engineer

   high demand

   B.Tech · Computer Science

   Takes models out of notebooks and runs them reliably in production.

   Fresher

   ₹6–16 LPA

   Experienced (5+ years)

   ₹22–50 LPA

   Key skills: Python, PyTorch / TensorFlow, MLOps (MLflow, Kubeflow), Docker & Kubernetes, Cloud ML services

2. 2. Data Scientist

   high demand

   B.Tech · Computer Science

   Builds statistical and machine learning models that predict and optimise business outcomes.

   Fresher

   ₹6–14 LPA

   Experienced (5+ years)

   ₹20–45 LPA

   Key skills: Python & pandas, Statistics & probability, Machine learning, SQL, Data visualisation

3. 3. Software Engineer

   very high demand

   B.Tech · Computer Science

   Designs, builds and maintains production software systems used by real customers.

   Fresher

   ₹4.5–12 LPA

   Experienced (5+ years)

   ₹18–45 LPA

   Key skills: Data structures & algorithms, Java / Python / JavaScript, Git & code review, SQL, System design basics

4. 4. VLSI Design Engineer

   high demand

   B.Tech · Electronics & Communication

   Designs and verifies the digital chips behind modern electronics.

   Fresher

   ₹4.5–12 LPA

   Experienced (5+ years)

   ₹18–45 LPA

   Key skills: Verilog / SystemVerilog, Digital design, Static timing analysis, Scripting (TCL, Python), EDA tools

5. 5. DevOps Engineer

   very high demand

   B.Tech · Computer Science

   Automates build, release and infrastructure so teams can ship safely and often.

   Fresher

   ₹4.5–12 LPA

   Experienced (5+ years)

   ₹18–42 LPA

   Key skills: Linux & shell scripting, Docker & Kubernetes, Terraform, AWS / Azure / GCP, Prometheus & Grafana

6. 6. Backend Developer

   very high demand

   B.Tech · Computer Science

   Owns the servers, APIs and databases that power an application.

   Fresher

   ₹4–11 LPA

   Experienced (5+ years)

   ₹16–38 LPA

   Key skills: Node.js / Java / Go / Python, SQL & database design, API design, Redis, message queues, Docker

7. 7. Cloud Engineer

   high demand

   B.Tech · Computer Science

   Designs and runs workloads on cloud platforms with an eye on cost and reliability.

   Fresher

   ₹4–11 LPA

   Experienced (5+ years)

   ₹16–38 LPA

   Key skills: AWS or Azure core services, Networking fundamentals, Terraform / CloudFormation, Linux, Cost optimisation

8. 8. Full Stack Developer

   very high demand

   B.Tech · Computer Science

   Works across the whole product — UI, API and database — usually in fast-moving teams.

   Fresher

   ₹4–12 LPA

   Experienced (5+ years)

   ₹16–36 LPA

   Key skills: React / TypeScript, Node.js or Django, PostgreSQL, Git & CI/CD, Cloud fundamentals

9. 9. Cybersecurity Analyst

   high demand

   B.Tech · Computer Science

   Defends systems and data by detecting, investigating and preventing attacks.

   Fresher

   ₹4–10 LPA

   Experienced (5+ years)

   ₹15–35 LPA

   Key skills: Networking & TCP/IP, Linux & Windows internals, SIEM tools, Threat modelling, Scripting (Python/Bash)

10. 10. Frontend Developer

    high demand

    B.Tech · Computer Science

    Builds the interfaces users actually touch — fast, accessible and responsive web apps.

    Fresher

    ₹3.5–10 LPA

    Experienced (5+ years)

    ₹14–32 LPA

    Key skills: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React / TypeScript, Responsive & accessible design, Testing (Jest, Playwright), Web performance

11. 11. Mobile App Developer

    high demand

    B.Tech · Computer Science

    Builds Android and iOS apps used by millions of Indian users every day.

    Fresher

    ₹4–10 LPA

    Experienced (5+ years)

    ₹14–32 LPA

    Key skills: Kotlin / Swift / React Native / Flutter, Mobile UI patterns, REST APIs, App store deployment, Crash analytics

12. 12. EV & Battery Systems Engineer

    high demand

    B.Tech · Electrical

    Develops battery packs and management systems for India's electric mobility push.

    Fresher

    ₹4–9 LPA

    Experienced (5+ years)

    ₹14–32 LPA

    Key skills: Battery management systems, Power electronics, MATLAB/Simulink, Thermal management, Testing & validation

13. 13. Embedded Systems Engineer

    high demand

    B.Tech · Electronics & Communication

    Writes firmware that makes physical devices work — from wearables to industrial controllers.

    Fresher

    ₹3.5–9 LPA

    Experienced (5+ years)

    ₹12–30 LPA

    Key skills: C / C++, Microcontrollers (ARM, ESP32), RTOS, Circuit reading & debugging, Communication protocols (I2C, SPI, UART)

14. 14. Financial Analyst

    high demand

    B.Com · Commerce

    Analyses financial data to guide budgeting, forecasting and investment calls.

    Fresher

    ₹3–8 LPA

    Experienced (5+ years)

    ₹12–30 LPA

    Key skills: Advanced Excel, Financial modelling, Accounting fundamentals, Power BI, Valuation basics

15. 15. Sales & Business Development Executive

    high demand

    BBA · Management

    Finds customers, builds pipeline and closes revenue.

    Fresher

    ₹2.5–7 LPA

    Experienced (5+ years)

    ₹10–30 LPA

    Key skills: CRM (Salesforce, HubSpot), Negotiation, Market research, Presentation skills, Pipeline management

16. 16. IoT Engineer

    moderate demand

    B.Tech · Electronics & Communication

    Connects sensors and devices to cloud platforms for smart products and factories.

    Fresher

    ₹3.5–9 LPA

    Experienced (5+ years)

    ₹12–28 LPA

    Key skills: Embedded C / Python, MQTT & networking, Cloud IoT platforms, Edge computing, Sensor integration

17. 17. UI/UX Designer

    moderate demand

    B.Tech · Computer Science

    Researches users and designs accessible, usable product experiences.

    Fresher

    ₹3.5–9 LPA

    Experienced (5+ years)

    ₹12–28 LPA

    Key skills: Figma, User research, Interaction design, Accessibility (WCAG), Design systems

18. 18. Automotive R&D Engineer

    moderate demand

    B.Tech · Mechanical

    Develops and tests vehicle systems for performance, safety and emissions targets.

    Fresher

    ₹3.5–8 LPA

    Experienced (5+ years)

    ₹12–28 LPA

    Key skills: Vehicle dynamics, CAE / MATLAB, Testing & instrumentation, CAD, Automotive standards (AIS, ARAI)

19. 19. Process Engineer

    moderate demand

    B.Tech · Chemical

    Designs and optimises chemical processes for yield, safety and cost.

    Fresher

    ₹3.5–8 LPA

    Experienced (5+ years)

    ₹12–28 LPA

    Key skills: Aspen Plus / HYSYS, Heat & mass transfer, P&ID reading, Process safety, Data analysis

20. 20. Business Analyst

    high demand

    BBA · Management

    Bridge between business teams and technology — defines what should be built and why.

    Fresher

    ₹3.5–8 LPA

    Experienced (5+ years)

    ₹12–28 LPA

    Key skills: Requirement gathering, SQL & Excel, Process mapping (BPMN), Stakeholder communication, Agile / Scrum