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Updated 2 Sep 2024

Qualcomm Physical Design Engineer Interview Experiences

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is cross talk
  • Ans. 

    Cross talk is the unwanted transfer of signals between different components or traces on a circuit board.

    • Occurs when signals from one trace interfere with signals on another trace

    • Can lead to signal distortion or errors in data transmission

    • Prevented by proper spacing and shielding between traces

    • Example: Cross talk between data lines on a PCB causing errors in communication

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How to define generated clocks through edges
  • Ans. 

    Generated clocks through edges are defined by specifying the source clock and the edge on which the generated clock is based.

    • Specify the source clock for the generated clock

    • Define the edge (rising/falling) on which the generated clock is based

    • Use tools like Synopsys Design Compiler to define generated clocks

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Sep 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Temperature of the design you worked for?
  • Ans. 

    The temperature of the design I worked on was optimized to ensure proper functionality and reliability.

    • The temperature was carefully controlled to prevent overheating and ensure performance.

    • Thermal analysis was conducted to determine the optimal operating temperature.

    • Cooling solutions such as heat sinks or fans were implemented to manage heat dissipation.

    • Examples: The design operated within a temperature range of 0-70 ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Mention the corners you worked in

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - go from basics

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Q2. What are second order effects in CMOS. Can you explain each one?
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Q3. Can a draw a basic transistor amplifier and explain
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Q4. What is strong 1 and strong 0 concepts in an inverter
Q5. What is an ICG? How would you use it in the design?

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Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
More than 8 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Indeed and was interviewed before Jan 2024. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Questions based on analog circuit design, verilog modules, register transistor logics, CMOS etc
  • Q2. Common questions related to analog circuits, specifically focusing on MOSFETs.
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Project related questions mostly based on practical implementations and issues debugged.
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Project related questions and managerial questions.
Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Typical HR questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare for best and expect the worst in terms of interview experience. HR management is worst and they'll keep finding replacements of yours even after selecting. So you should also have plan B incase your candidature gets rejected. I declined the offer and joined another company.
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in May 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

Code for constraints
Code for driver

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. IV characterstics of CMOS inverter
  • Ans. 

    IV characteristics of CMOS inverter show the relationship between input voltage and output current.

    • CMOS inverter has two transistors - NMOS and PMOS connected in series.

    • For low input voltage, NMOS is ON and PMOS is OFF, resulting in low output voltage.

    • For high input voltage, NMOS is OFF and PMOS is ON, resulting in high output voltage.

    • The transition between low and high output voltage occurs at the threshold voltage.

    • Th...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Set up and hold time explain
  • Ans. 

    Set up time and hold time are timing requirements in digital circuits to ensure proper operation.

    • Set up time is the minimum time before the clock edge that the input signal must be stable.

    • Hold time is the minimum time after the clock edge that the input signal must be maintained stable.

    • Violating set up time can lead to incorrect data being latched.

    • Violating hold time can lead to metastability issues.

    • Examples: In a flip...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - CMOS inverter
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Coding Test 

C, c++ python and simple aptitude

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. MOSFET working & types
  • Q2. CMOS inverter and it's working
  • Ans. 

    A CMOS inverter is a type of digital logic gate that switches between high and low voltage levels.

    • CMOS stands for Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor

    • It consists of a PMOS (p-type metal-oxide-semiconductor) and NMOS (n-type metal-oxide-semiconductor) transistor connected in series

    • When the input is high, the PMOS transistor conducts and the output is low

    • When the input is low, the NMOS transistor conducts and the outp...

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Behavioral question & hr question
  • Q2. Hr discussion & salary discussion

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Jan 2016. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

5 Questions

  • Q1. Reduction of 3D Kmap ?
  • Ans. 

    Reduction of 3D Kmap involves simplifying a 3D truth table to minimize the number of logic gates required.

    • 3D Kmap is a graphical representation of a truth table with three variables

    • Reduction involves grouping adjacent cells with the same output value

    • The goal is to minimize the number of groups and variables in each group

    • Simplification can be done using Boolean algebra or Karnaugh maps

    • Example: Reducing a 3D Kmap with in

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Asked about basics of digital and analog
  • Q3. Asked about the questions I did wrong in the screening test
  • Q4. Asked about my interest, project and family
  • Q5. Explanation of job description
  • Ans. 

    A design engineer is responsible for creating and developing innovative designs for products or systems.

    • Designing and prototyping new products

    • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure design feasibility

    • Using CAD software to create detailed drawings and specifications

    • Testing and evaluating prototypes to ensure functionality and performance

    • Making design improvements based on feedback and testing results

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: I was unable to solve the problem properly but after that he gave me a normal k map to solve.

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: Asked about inverter and delay dependency on temperature and other parameters

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: I managed to answer most of the answer that i did wrong since i had discussed it with my friends after coming from college.

Round: HR Interview
Experience: provided answers that relates company requirements

Round: HR Interview
Experience: Listened carefully about their job description and work environment

College Name: IIT Madras

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Based on the Ability to analyse a given circuit
  • Q2. Based on Resume and personal details

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Duration: 60 minutes

Round: HR Interview
Experience: No prep required for HR round, asked few personal questions (about your background, family, interests etc.)

General Tips: Revise all of your core courses, starting from the basics. Junta usually stumble when asked questions from basic fundaes.
I felt a lot of stress before my first interview, which affected my performance badly. Learn to keep cool, and have confidence on your knowledge.
Skill Tips: You should have ability to analyse a given circuit
Skills: Digital electronics basics,
College Name: IIT MADRAS

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: A written test with Core - Essay Type Questions.
Tips: Revise previous core VLSI courses (Digital Circuits, Digital IC Design, Analog Circuits, and Solid State Devices).
Duration: 60 minutes

Round: Interview
Experience: 3 rounds of interviews (15-20 minutes each)Basic digital concepts, ability to analyze a given circuit
Tips: Be thorough with your basic electronics conceptsPerformance in the technical interview counts a lotAnalog devices didn't need any particular course or project, they mainly look for strong basics in digital/analog circuit theory, and ability to analyzeRevise all of your core courses, starting from the basics

Round: Interview
Experience: For the HR round, questions about your background, family, interests etc. are asked

General Tips: Learn to keep cool, even under stress, and have confidence on your knowledge
College Name: IIT Madras

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: Written test for a duration of 1.5 hours
Test was based on VLSI design

Round: Interview
Experience: Technical and HR round are held together
Digital VLSI - Verilog skills, state machines, setup and hold time issues were tested

General Tips: Some questions in the test are repeated, so it might help to talk to a few people in advance
Questions are mainly related to VLSI mainly-Digital IC design, analog circuits
Skills: Verilog Skills, State Machines, Setup and Hold Times issues
College Name: IIT MADRAS
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Qualcomm Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Qualcomm Physical Design Engineer interview?
Qualcomm interview process usually has 1 rounds. The most common rounds in the Qualcomm interview process are Technical.
How to prepare for Qualcomm Physical Design Engineer interview?
Go through your CV in detail and study all the technologies mentioned in your CV. Prepare at least two technologies or languages in depth if you are appearing for a technical interview at Qualcomm. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Qualcomm expect are Physical Design, Packaging, Analog, RF and Perl.
What are the top questions asked in Qualcomm Physical Design Engineer interview?

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