Semtech reviews

3.7

68% would recommend to a friend

(317 total reviews)

Hong Hou

81% approve of CEO

75% positive business outlook

Semtech has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 317 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Semtech employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Telecommunications industry (3.6 stars).

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317 reviews
4.0
Nov 12, 2025

High energy workplace - challenging but worthwhile

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Pros

CEO Leadership Very collaborative company Work is meaningful and you feel like you're contributing to something that makes an impact Small enough that you're able to see the impact you're making Lot of opportunities to grow and challenge yourself Won't ever be siloed into one specific area - able to dive into many different aspects Lot of access to senior leadership Very intelligent and kind people The people are who make the culture Good bonus and equity structures Leaders are pretty flexible

Cons

Fast paced, high volume. Not a con to me but if you don't like that type of environment, probably not the place for you Lot of change, constantly. Again, not so much of a con for me but if you need a lot of structure and consistency - it's everchanging here Comp can be bit under market - it is improving Limited resources

4.0
Nov 12, 2025

Company Review

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Pros

-Good place to work at, great co-workers, lots of talent -Very flexible, wfh 2 days a week.

Cons

-Management should be more clear with decision making, efforts are being made but too late.

5.0
Nov 12, 2025
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Pros

I can genuinely say that working at Semtech has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my career. As part of the Global Talent Acquisition team, I get the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues across regions, functions, and levels of seniority — and I’m still yet to meet someone who isn’t brilliant, helpful, and a genuinely good person. It’s a company full of talented, skilled people who care deeply about what they do. What makes Semtech stand out is not just the exciting, cutting-edge work happening across our technology and product teams, but also the strong culture and values that guide everything we do. There’s a genuine sense of collaboration, trust, and integrity that runs through the business — it feels reassuring to work for an organisation that truly lives its values. Semtech’s performance as a company is another source of pride. The business continues to innovate and grow in areas such as IoT, wireless, and advanced semiconductors, and you can feel that momentum internally. It’s inspiring to be part of a team driving real technological progress while maintaining such a people-first approach. If you’re looking for a place where you’ll be surrounded by talented professionals, exciting challenges, and a culture that truly supports you — Semtech is it.

Cons

With so many talented people around, the bar is high — it pushes you to bring your best every day. The work can be fast-paced because there’s so much innovation happening across the business. Global collaboration means time zones can sometimes stretch your day a little (but it’s worth it for the teamwork). There’s always something new to learn — exciting, but it keeps you on your toes! The company is growing and evolving quickly, so you need to be adaptable and comfortable with change. It can be hard to switch off when you genuinely enjoy the work and the people you collaborate with.

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