The work - life balance is extremely off. You'll find yourself working 9-10 hours a day, answering calls at night, and sometimes on the weekends. Working hard is also not rewarding in terms of money. Yes, managers and co-workers will recognize you work, but not much more than that. Also, the semiconductor industry does not seem to be looking hot, especially in California. Getting a job here, if you stay a long time, you'll find it'll be more difficult to find another job in Ca.