Good benefits but challenging career progression and culture - Software Engineer Qualcomm Employee Review

3.0
Jun 2, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Great benefits, the pay is like okay. Some cool reimbursement programs and health centers on campus

Cons

Career progression and culture varies extremely depending on department. Some parts almost set you up for failure and it's difficult to gain new skills. Lots of qualcomm teams are too scared to explore new technologies and migrate to state of the art services and are comfortable in sticking with old technology for familiarity. Also, HR does nothing if a coworker makes you uncomfortable.

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5.0
Jun 11, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Great company. Corporate teams always striving to be the best which is a great atmosphere to be in and learn from.

Cons

challenging to get hired; best bet is referal

3.0
Jul 24, 2026
Recommend
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Business Outlook

Pros

Opportunity to learn & access technology that is in demand.

Cons

* Cliquey & Uncollaborative & Passive-aggressive * Marginalized if you don't speak a certain non-English language. * Seen many managers (who mostly also hold engineer roles) consider the "manager" role a nuisance, resulting in poor management.

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