Tech Jobs in Chennai, India

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Chennai’s booming IT ecosystem has attracted over 2612 tech openings, fueled by world‑class infrastructure such as Tolkappia IT Park, Velachery, and Padi. The city’s strategic location on the eastern coast, robust rail and metro connectivity, and a growing talent pool from local universities (Anna University, IIT Madras) make it a preferred destination for both global tech giants and agile startups.

Key industry segments include software services, fintech, e‑commerce, and automotive software. Major employers—Infosys, Wipro, TCS, Cognizant, Capgemini, Tech Mahindra, HCL, Dell, IBM, Microsoft, Amazon—operate large delivery centers. Startups such as Freshworks, Razorpay, InMobi, OYO, and Lenskart are expanding rapidly, offering roles in AI, cloud, and product management.

Living costs in Chennai are moderate: average monthly rent for a 1 BHK in city‑center areas like Nungambakkam or T Nagar ranges from INR 15,000 to 25,000, while outskirts such as Adyar or Velachery offer 8,000–12,000. Combined with utilities and food, a mid‑level engineer’s cost of living averages INR 45,000–60,000 per month. Transparent salary data allows candidates to compare offers against these living expenses and negotiate confidently.

Project Manager

Company: Wipro

Location: Jaipur, India

Posted Jan 24, 2025

The role involves managing project delivery, ensuring seamless operations, and maintaining high customer satisfaction. Key responsibilities include deploying optimal project structures, creating quarterly project charters, ensuring compliance with SLAs, conducting audits, liaising with customers and internal teams, and driving operational excellence through automation and innovation. The role also involves talent pipeline creation, demand forecasting, and team management, with a focus on performance, engagement, and diversity.

Cyber Security Architect

Company: Wipro

Location: Bangalore, India

Posted Jan 24, 2025

This role involves designing the organization's computer and network security infrastructure to protect systems and sensitive information from cyber threats. Key responsibilities include developing an enterprise cyber security strategy and architecture, identifying risks and threats, and recommending changes to security architecture. The role also involves providing technical leadership for custom solution development, ensuring compliance with regulations, and coordinating with stakeholders on cyber security issues. The ideal candidate should have expertise in security technologies, systems thinking, and technical knowledge, along with strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Anaplan - Lead Developer

Company: Wipro

Location: Bangalore, India

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Technical Lead

Company: Wipro

Location: Pune, India

Posted Jan 24, 2025

The role involves supporting process delivery, overseeing daily performance of Production Specialists, resolving technical escalations, and developing their technical capabilities. Key responsibilities include reviewing performance dashboards, providing technical support, ensuring adherence to SLAs, and mentoring team members. The role also involves handling client queries, identifying trends to prevent future problems, and staying updated with product features and updates.

Associate

Company: Wipro

Location: Mumbai, India

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Lead Administrator

Company: Wipro

Location: Coimbatore, India

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Analyst

Company: Wipro

Location: Gurgaon, India

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Developer

Company: Wipro

Location: Pune, India

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Mastercard is seeking a Data Engineer with a passion for data and analytics, proficient in Big Data technologies like Spark, Hadoop, and Kafka. The ideal candidate should have strong programming skills in Java, Scala, or Python, and a proven track record in delivering software projects. They will develop batch and streaming solutions, work with diverse datasets, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. The role emphasizes engineering efficiency, on-time delivery, and the ability to adapt to new technologies.

Technical Lead

Company: Wipro

Location: Pune, India

Posted Jan 24, 2025

The role involves supporting process delivery by overseeing daily performance of Production Specialists, resolving technical escalations, and enhancing their technical capabilities. Key responsibilities include reviewing performance dashboards, providing technical support, ensuring adherence to SLAs, and mentoring team members. The role also involves identifying trends to prevent future issues, handling client queries, and maintaining superior customer service levels. Continuous learning and development are emphasized, with a focus on conducting trainings to bridge skill gaps and staying updated with product features.

Lead Administrator

Company: Wipro

Location: Pune, India

Posted Jan 24, 2025

This role involves providing significant technical expertise in architecture planning and design of various tower components (platform, database, middleware, backup) and managing their day-to-day operations. Key responsibilities include leading structural design, conducting technology capacity planning, strategizing disaster recovery plans, managing upgradations, and ensuring smooth functioning of databases and applications. The role also involves team management, including resourcing, talent management, performance management, and stakeholder interaction. The ideal candidate should possess extensive technical knowledge, client-centricity, execution excellence, and strong team management skills.

Associate/Officer/Sr. Officer

Company: Wipro

Location: Chennai, India

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Developer

Company: Wipro

Location: Pune, India

Posted Jan 24, 2025

This role involves designing, testing, and maintaining software programs for client deployment, ensuring 100% quality assurance. The individual will understand requirements, develop software solutions, investigate problem areas, and facilitate root cause analysis. They will collaborate with functional teams, perform coding, and ensure optimal software development. The role also includes analyzing information to recommend system improvements, preparing reports, and coordinating with the team on project status. The candidate should possess functional competencies like leveraging technology, process excellence, and technical knowledge, along with behavioral competencies such as formulation & prioritization, innovation, and execution excellence.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of tech jobs are available in Chennai, India?
Software Engineer (frontend, backend, full stack), Data Scientist/Analyst, Cloud Engineer/Architect, DevOps Engineer, Product Manager, Quality Assurance, Cybersecurity Specialist, UI/UX Designer, Business Analyst, Mobile Developer, AI/ML Engineer, Automation Tester, IT Support Specialist, System Administrator.
How do remote and on‑site work trends look for Chennai tech jobs?
Most large IT services firms in Chennai still favor on‑site delivery centers, but hybrid models are common. Startups increasingly offer fully remote or flexible arrangements. Candidates can target remote roles by searching for 'remote' or 'work from anywhere' in job listings and highlighting relevant experience in distributed teams.
Who are the major employers in Chennai’s tech scene?
Infosys (Velachery, Gopalapuram), Wipro (Velachery), TCS (Ariyalur, Chennai), Cognizant (Tolkappia), Capgemini (Velachery), Tech Mahindra (Velachery), HCL (Velachery), Dell Technologies, IBM, Microsoft, Amazon, Freshworks (Velachery), Razorpay (Velachery), InMobi (

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