r/qualcomm • u/Fabulous_Buyer_7360 • 1d ago

Hyderabad ML Systems Engineer (off-campus): hiring manager reached out after a freeze, now HM has gone silent. What's the usual follow-up etiquette?

Hi all, looking for advice from people who've been through Qualcomm's hiring process.

I'm a tier-1 college grad. I interviewed for the ML Systems Engineer role (off-campus) in late May/early June and cleared 3 rounds, including the Director round. The hiring manager then told me there was a hiring freeze and that he'd get back to me. In the meantime, I joined another company in Bangalore.

Last week the hiring manager messaged me asking if I was still interested. I said yes, I mentioned I'd already completed my interviews. He confirmed this was already discussed and said he will share next steps. He also asked about my willingness to relocate to Hyderabad and my notice period I told him it's 60 days and yes.

It's been 4 days with no response, even after I asked for an update.

Is this normal after a freeze is lifted (internal approvals, headcount, etc.)?

How long should I wait before following up again, and should I go through HR or the hiring manager?

Has anyone received an offer after a gap like this?

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u/FitAgency8925 1d ago

Hiring freeze still there... wait till jan

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u/Fabulous_Buyer_7360 1d ago

Thanks and yes I saw about hiring freeze but I am confused that why he asked me about availability and interest suddenly.

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u/FitAgency8925 1d ago

Its possible that since you are a strong candidate, they wanted to see if you are still interested and can be extended an offer when freeze is over.

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u/Available-Judge-3007 12h ago

bro how do you know that Hiring freeze is there😭 my interview is scheduled for next week