GCC hiring · Hyderabad
GCC hiring in Hyderabad
Talent supply
The Hyderabad talent market
Hyderabad has a large and growing pool of cloud, data and enterprise engineers, driven by major GCC expansions. Many new GCCs in India choose it for cost and infrastructure.
Notice-period norms
60–90 days is typical for mid and senior engineers, with 90 days common at large GCCs.
GCC clusters
- HITEC City and Madhapur
The original tech hub with large GCC and product campuses.
- Gachibowli
Major GCC campuses and a strong data and cloud talent base.
- Financial District
Newer large-format campuses favoured by expanding GCCs.
- Kokapet
Emerging corridor attracting new GCC investments.
Salary benchmarks
Salary benchmarks in Hyderabad
Fixed annual CTC for mid and senior engineers. Each role page has the full range.
Machine learning
Data
DevOps and platform
Full-stack
Embedded and automotive
Product
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| Level | Mid (3–6 yrs) | Senior (6–10 yrs) |
|---|---|---|
| Machine learning | ₹20–38 LPA | ₹36–65 LPA |
| Data | ₹16–30 LPA | ₹28–50 LPA |
| DevOps and platform | ₹14–28 LPA | ₹26–48 LPA |
| Full-stack | ₹14–28 LPA | ₹26–45 LPA |
| Embedded and automotive | ₹10–22 LPA | ₹20–38 LPA |
| Product | ₹22–40 LPA | ₹38–65 LPA |
Indicative ranges compiled by Emplyify from market data, Q4 2026. They are a starting point for budgeting, not an offer benchmark; our Talent Index will replace them with pipeline data.
Full bands by role: Machine learning engineers · Data engineers · DevOps and platform engineers · Full-stack developers · Embedded and automotive engineers · Product managers
Hiring in Hyderabad: what we've learned
- Cloud and data engineering supply is strong because of the concentration of large GCCs.
- Many candidates are moving between GCCs; career growth and scope win more often than pay alone.
- Relocation from other cities is common for senior roles; we include relocation intent in dossiers.
Questions
Why are so many GCCs choosing Hyderabad?
A combination of talent supply in cloud and data, modern office infrastructure and costs below Bengaluru. Competition is rising, so employer brand matters more each year.
Can we hire senior leaders in Hyderabad?
Yes, though for some leadership roles we widen the search to include relocation from Bengaluru and Pune.
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