Process
Had 5 different interviewers. The questions ranged from medium LeetCode problems to in-depth OS questions.
Some of the questions were difficult. The team seemed a bit unorganized and repetitive in the interviews, but overall, it was fine.
Questions
Q: In what scenario do you need to use mutexes/semaphores and why?
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 259 interview experiences for the Qualcomm Software Engineer role in United States.
Success Rate
30%
Pass Rate
Qualcomm's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in the United States is very selective, failing most engineers who go through it.
Experience Rating
Positive56%
Neutral33%
Negative11%
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Qualcomm's Software Engineer interview process in United States.
Qualcomm Work Experiences
4.0
Great benefits, stable work. The salary is a little low for California, but it claims to be competitive for the area
Software Engineer • Current Employee
San Diego, California, United States
November 21, 2021
Pros: Competitive salary for the area, though don't expect Silicon Valley salaries.
Great management, good rewards, but don't expect FANG-level rewards and bonuses.
* Great 401(k) match
* Health insurance premiums fully covered
* Dollar-for-dollar donations match
* HSA contribution incentives
Very well-diversified company; you can transition into a successful career change within the company.
Cons: Could be too stagnant staying in one team too long.
Work is only temporarily remote; very conservative thinking and intends to be an "office environment."
Salary is not at the FANG level.
Work-life balance is challenging.
4.0
Great Work, Great Salary
Software Engineer • Current Employee
Hyderābād, Telangana, India
May 1, 2020
Pros: Good work and good salary.
Cons: Everything is good and happy.
4.0
Good company for working
Software Engineer • Current Employee
Hyderābād, Telangana, India
September 8, 2025
Pros: Somewhat relaxed work, enough leaves, and a decent payscale.
Cons: Some teams can be toxic, but if you're working with US teams, it's good.
- 4.0Great benefits, stable work. The salary is a little low for California, but it claims to be competitive for the areaSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeSan Diego, California, United StatesNovember 21, 2021Pros: Competitive salary for the area, though don't expect Silicon Valley salaries. Great management, good rewards, but don't expect FANG-level rewards and bonuses. * Great 401(k) match * Health insurance premiums fully covered * Dollar-for-dollar donations match * HSA contribution incentives Very well-diversified company; you can transition into a successful career change within the company.Cons: Could be too stagnant staying in one team too long. Work is only temporarily remote; very conservative thinking and intends to be an "office environment." Salary is not at the FANG level. Work-life balance is challenging.
- 4.0Great Work, Great SalarySoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeHyderābād, Telangana, IndiaMay 1, 2020Pros: Good work and good salary.Cons: Everything is good and happy.
- 4.0Good company for workingSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeHyderābād, Telangana, IndiaSeptember 8, 2025Pros: Somewhat relaxed work, enough leaves, and a decent payscale.Cons: Some teams can be toxic, but if you're working with US teams, it's good.
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