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Staff Engineer
Current Employee
Has worked at Qualcomm for less than 1 year
July 29, 2008
San Diego, California
4.0
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Pros

One of the very few big hi-tech employers in San Diego, CA.

Cutting-edge work with nice work/life balance.

San Diego is one of the best places to work, with the best weather and nice family living.

Cons

Engineering-centric company, business knowledge not much valued. Focused heavily on wireless communication technology and licensing as its core competency; no consumer product or diversification into services. If Qualcomm's boat rocks, then you are staring at relocating to other places for a similar job. No other wireless big-name employer has been able to get a foothold in San Diego. Ericsson, Nokia, and TI have closed operations in San Diego after failed attempts to establish business there.

Advice to Management

Expand into diversified business.

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