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Sacrifice Everything For Work

Senior Engineer
Current Employee
Has worked at Qualcomm for 6 years
December 19, 2020
Singapore, Singapore
1.0
Doesn't RecommendNeutral OutlookNo CEO Opinion
Pros

Many things to learn, but you don't have time to learn them anyway, as focus is all on execution.

Cons

Long working hours, weekends and public holidays are non-existent. Sleep deprivation hence many people fall sick (it is very usual and normal here). There is no time for own hobbies or interests, and no time for family bonding. There are unreasonable expectations by management, with project timelines getting shorter every year. Leads tell you not to sleep. There is a lack of appreciation for hard work (in fact, appreciation tools and platforms have become better, but the amount of appreciation has become significantly less or redundant). There is no break between projects, and no replacement or compensation for overtime work. People expect you to work even on your most important days, like your wedding day, family celebration, or family tradition. Basically, they expect you to sacrifice everything for Qualcomm.

Advice to Management

Please take a look at your employees' wellbeing. Do not treat them like dogs.

Every climate survey, problems are never resolved. Management just talks like they are solving it, but in fact, problems have worsened over the years. People fall sick so often. Why can't you see this?

Additional Ratings

Work/Life Balance
1.0
Culture and Values
1.0
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
1.0
Career Opportunities
3.0
Compensation and Benefits
2.0
Senior Management
1.0

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