EPAM Senior Software Engineer | ₹26 LPA CTC | 5.6 YOE

I recently interviewed with EPAM Systems and received an offer for a Senior Software Engineer role in Hyderabad. I’m currently evaluating whether I should accept this offer or continue interviewing, so I wanted to get some opinions from people who have experience with EPAM or similar roles.

My Background

• Experience: 5 years 6 months

• Current Organization: Startup, Hyderabad

• Role: Backend-focused Engineer

• Tech Stack: Java, Spring Boot, Microservices

• Current Fixed Compensation: ₹16 LPA

• Stocks/RSUs: None

• Current Total Compensation: ₹16 LPA

• Current Situation: Currently facing a layoff

EPAM Offer

• Role: Senior Software Engineer

• Location: Hyderabad

• Fixed/Base: ₹25 LPA, including PF and gratuity

• Joining Bonus: ₹1 LPA

• Total CTC: ~₹26 LPA

This is a significant jump from my current compensation, but since I’m currently dealing with a layoff, I’m also considering the stability, work culture, growth opportunities, projects, and long-term prospects before making a decision.

For those who have worked at EPAM, especially in backend or senior engineering roles, how has your experience been?

Should I accept this offer or wait for a potentially better opportunity?