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.

System Tendering CRP & SAS

Company: Hitachi Energy

Location: Chennai, India

Posted Jan 24, 2025

The Hitachi Energy Indian Operations Center (INOPC) is a competence center with over 2600 engineers, supporting Hitachi Energy's units in more than 40 countries. The Systems Tendering Specialist for INOPC PG role involves analyzing customer needs, preparing Bill of Materials, delivering accurate cost estimations, and providing technical support. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical & Electronics, 5-10 years of experience in Protection & Control products & Substation Automation systems, and proficiency in Microsoft office tools. The position is crucial for Hitachi Energy's Global Foot Print strategy, offering high quality engineering and commissioning support.

Solution Architect L3

Company: Wipro

Location: Bangalore, India

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Sr Technical Program Manager

Company: UKG

Location: Noida, India

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Developer

Company: Wipro

Location: Coimbatore, India

Posted Jan 24, 2025

C++ Software, Senior Design Engineer

Company: Schneider Electric

Location: Bangalore, India

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Schneider-Electric is seeking a Senior C++ Programmer with extensive experience in QT on embedded hardware for their EcoStruxure platform. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Computer Science or related field, over 12 years of C++ programming experience, and a strong understanding of Wind River or Timesys operating systems. Key responsibilities include designing, developing, and maintaining C++ applications for embedded hardware, utilizing QT framework, collaborating with cross-functional teams, troubleshooting software defects, optimizing application performance, conducting code reviews, and staying updated with industry trends.

Regulatory Affairs Operations Analyst

Company: BD

Location: Bangalore, India

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Package Consultant: SAP HANA SCM EWM

Company: IBM

Location: Pune, India

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Solution Architect

Company: Wipro

Location: Calcutta, India

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Senior Tech Support Analyst Application Support

Company: UnitedHealth Group

Location: Gurgaon, India

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Optum, a global organization, offers opportunities to improve health outcomes through technology-aided care. The role involves maintaining IT infrastructure, advanced support, incident management, system monitoring, problem resolution, and documentation. Preferred qualifications include scripting language experience, incident management, monitoring tools, ITSM/ITIL knowledge, analytical skills, communication, and teamwork abilities. UnitedHealth Group's mission is to help people live healthier lives and reduce health disparities.

AEM Frontend Developer

Company: Labcorp

Location: Bangalore, India

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Package Consultant: SAP HANA FIN FI

Company: IBM

Location: Bangalore, India

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Administrator

Company: Wipro

Location: Hyderabad, India

Posted Jan 24, 2025

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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