Software Engineer Interview Experience - San Jose, California
Process
The questions asked were very vague and unique. No one should be expected to remember the entire resource grid structure when information can be obtained with a quick 10-second online search.
The interviewers were very arrogant, and it seemed like an interrogation rather than a discussion. Interviews are supposed to be a discussion, not an interrogation.
The interview ran 90 minutes past the allocated time.
Questions
Positioning of CSI RS signal.
No one should need to remember the entire resource grid structure when one can get the information by just a 10-second search online.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 4 interview experiences for the Qualcomm Software Engineer role in San Jose, California.
Success Rate
Qualcomm's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in San Jose, California is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Qualcomm's Software Engineer interview process in San Jose, California.
Qualcomm Work Experiences
- 5.0A very healthy engineering community that supports new features.Software Engineer • Former EmployeeSan Jose, California, United StatesSeptember 6, 2025Pros: The company prioritizes technical development and greenlights new features that can improve processes and boost performance. There is a very healthy team of engineers that communicate consistently and maintain a flow of knowledge at all levels.Cons: Roles are not very secure, as funding is affected by market performance.
- 4.0Mostly Good, Rough BalanceSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeSan Jose, California, United StatesMarch 14, 2025Pros: Good, mostly. But the others.Cons: Breaks and balance are rough.
- 5.0Qualcomm is a Great Place to WorkSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeSan Jose, California, United StatesMay 24, 2021Pros: Challenging Problems and Good PayCons: Too much office politics, which is discouraging.
Qualcomm Interview Questions
