Data Science Manager Salary in Chennai

Salary insights and current openings for Data Science Manager roles in Chennai

Data Science Manager compensation in Chennai, from live UnoJobs listings: 4 open roles, 4 employers. Typical midpoint near 1; middle half of disclosed offers about 1–1 (annualised).

Figures reflect what employers choose to disclose on postings; variable pay, allowances and stock are extra.

Market pulse

Among listings with pay disclosed (4 roles), the middle half of packages sits near 1–1 (annualised). Skills showing up most often: Machine Learning. 4 roles were posted or refreshed in the last seven days. 4 employers are represented in this snapshot.

Salary (disclosed)

Low–high
11
Median
1
Middle 50%
11

4 listings with pay

Top skills

  1. Machine Learning1 mentions

Experience mix

  • 5–10 years100%

India labour market context

India’s hiring mix in 2025 is tilted toward digital roles, global capability centres, and deeper demand in financial services, manufacturing, and technology. Employers are competing harder for scarce skills, so promotion and switch premiums for critical roles often run higher than general annual increments. Flexible and hybrid setups remain part of the offer, alongside cash and long-term incentives for senior hires.

Themes align with recruiter outlooks including Michael Page India Salary Guide 2025.

Current Data Science Manager Openings in Chennai

Cognizant India

Manager-Data Science

Software & Technology
Not disclosed
Chennai
Hybrid
Full-Time
6-10 Years
Professional Services (Other)
Job ID 22732Posted 13th Aug '26Ends 12th Oct '26
Cognizant Hyderabad India

Manager-Data Science

AI, ML and Data Analytics
Not disclosed
Chennai
Hybrid
Full-Time
6-10 Years
Software & Technology
Job ID 22724Posted 13th Aug '26Ends 12th Oct '26
COGNIZANT

Manager-Data Science

AI, ML and Data Analytics
Not disclosed
Chennai
Hybrid
Full-Time
6-10 Years
Machine Learning
Job ID 22716Posted 13th Aug '26Ends 12th Oct '26
Cognizant BPO India

Manager-Data Science

AI, ML and Data Analytics
Not disclosed
Chennai
Hybrid
Full-Time
6-10 Years
BPO & KPO
Job ID 22704Posted 13th Aug '26Ends 12th Oct '26

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the typical Data Science Manager salary in Chennai right now?
Among Data Science Manager listings in Chennai that disclose pay on UnoJobs (4 live roles), the middle of the market sits near 1 annualised, with the central half of offers between 1–1. Variable pay, allowances and equity sit outside this band — always confirm with the employer before benchmarking.
Which companies pay the highest Data Science Manager salaries in Chennai?
In this snapshot: Cognizant India (1 open); Cognizant Hyderabad India (1 open); COGNIZANT (1 open); Cognizant BPO India (1 open). Product companies, GCC captives, and well-funded startups usually sit at the top of bands — verify per offer.
How can I increase my Data Science Manager salary in Chennai?
Stack proof for scarce skills, show shipped outcomes, and interview with multiple employers in parallel. Recruiter guides consistently show larger jumps on promotion or switch than on standard hike cycles.
Is Chennai a good city for Data Science Manager salary growth?
Chennai stays liquid for Data Science Manager talent where tech, financial services and GCC footprints overlap. Chennai is one of India's active metros; when a search runs thin, other India metros often surface adjacent openings on UnoJobs.

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