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.

Lead Software Engineer

Company: JPMorgan Chase

Location: Hyderabad, India

Posted Jan 23, 2025

JPMorgan Chase is offering a Lead Software Engineer position in the Consumer and Community Banking division. The role involves being a core technical contributor, executing creative software solutions, and leading evaluation sessions with external vendors. The ideal candidate should have 5+ years of applied experience in software engineering, proficiency in Java/J2EE/Spring Framework, Spring boot, Micro services, Kafka, and REST Web service Implementation. Strong problem-solving skills and experience with databases, automation tools, and cloud native experience are preferred. The role offers an opportunity to impact career and work on market-leading technology products.

Senior Analyst, Financial Reporting

Company: Diageo

Location: Gurgaon, India

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Decision Analytics Associate Consultant

Company: ZS

Location: Gurgaon, India

Posted Jan 23, 2025

DevOps Engineer

Company: Aptiv

Location: Bangalore, India

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Manager, Technical Support

Company: Abnormal Security

Location: Bangalore, India

Posted Jan 23, 2025

The role involves managing an expanding Technical Support team in India, leading first-line customer support, hiring and developing TSEs, setting KPIs, driving performance tracking, and collaborating with various departments. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in enterprise-level SaaS environments, strong technical expertise, and excellent communication skills.

Sales & Business Development Manager

Company: nVent

Location: Bangalore, India

Posted Jan 23, 2025

DIRECTOR, USER EXPERIENCE

Company: Netskope

Location: Bangalore, India

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Manager Software Engineering

Company: UnitedHealth Group

Location: Gurgaon, India

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Optum, a global organization, is seeking a dynamic individual with deep engineering expertise to join their Technology Digital team. The role involves running production environments, building software and systems, improving reliability, and providing operational support for large distributed applications. The ideal candidate should thrive in an agile environment, embrace DevOps and CI/CD practices, and have a passion for innovation. They should also have experience with distributed storage technologies, Core Java, Spring, Struts, and Hibernate/Spring Data JPA. The mission is to revolutionize healthcare for patients and providers by delivering cutting-edge, personalized digital solutions.

Site Manager (IN) - HVDC Converter Station - Construction Site

Company: Hitachi Energy

Location: Gurgaon, India

Posted Jan 23, 2025

The Site Manager is tasked with overseeing all activities on an assigned construction site, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and adhere to contractual requirements and high-quality standards. Key responsibilities include managing manpower, maintaining good relationships with customers and local authorities, handling change management, ensuring safety and environmental compliance, and guaranteeing activities are within contractual schedules and budget. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering, at least 4 years of experience as a Site Manager in the energy sector, strong commercial awareness, and excellent communication skills.

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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