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.

Analyst

Company: Wipro

Location: Gurgaon, India

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Package Consultant: SAP Ariba

Company: IBM

Location: Bangalore, India

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Associate - Operational Risk / QA - US Banks (Wealth Management)

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Mumbai, India

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Morgan Stanley is hiring for an Associate position in the US Banks First Line Operational Risk team. The role involves executing the I&A management framework, preparing reports, creating and maintaining policies, supporting the Risk & Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) program, and conducting data analysis. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree, 3+ years of operational risk management experience, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office products and reporting tools.

Manager - Remote Services Specialist

Company: Schneider Electric

Location: Bangalore, India

Posted Jan 23, 2025

The role involves providing EPMS remote support for global strategic and local accounts. The ideal candidate should have a degree in engineering, minimum 3 years of experience in electrical system engineering, and practical knowledge in power monitoring systems, SCADA, and digital power metering. They should also have strong technical skills in IT networking, SQL database querying, and communication abilities. The role includes remote support, documentation, knowledge management, and training responsibilities.

QA Engineer

Company: Finastra

Location: Bangalore, India

Posted Jan 23, 2025

The job posting is for a Quality Engineer position at FusionCapital Opics. The role involves designing and developing test cases based on various documents, executing tests, reporting results, and participating in internal reviews. The candidate should have experience in Agile Development, strong communication skills, and hands-on experience with tools like Test director, ALM - Octane, Jira. Knowledge in Financial Markets, particularly Treasury, Back office Capital Markets, Derivatives, and Private Wealth Management is required. A B. Tech or MBA in Finance with 3-5 years of experience in quality engineering is preferred. The role also requires excellent problem-solving skills and creativity in test case development.

Cyber Security Analyst

Company: Wipro

Location: Bangalore, India

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Manager Tech Project - Program Management

Company: UnitedHealth Group

Location: Gurgaon, India

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Optum, a global organization, offers opportunities to improve health outcomes through technology-aided care. The role involves reviewing and classifying Mercury and Ariba requests, documenting statuses, and complying with company policies. Required qualifications include an undergraduate degree, understanding of leadership structure, and ability to troubleshoot contract routing issues. Optum is committed to diversity, inclusion, and mitigating health disparities.

Package Specialist: SAP Cloud Integration

Company: IBM

Location: Bangalore, India

Posted Jan 23, 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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