5G/4G Cellular Layer1 Control Firmware Engineer

Posted: Sep 29, 2023

Weekly Hours: 40

Role Number:200452742

Do you have a passion for invention and self-challenge? Do you thrive on pushing the limits of what’s considered feasible. As part of a world class modem team, you’ll craft sophisticated groundbreaking embedded firmware that deliver more performance in our products than ever before. You’ll work across fields to transform improved hardware elements into a single, integrated design. Join us, and you’ll help us innovate new cellular technologies that continually outperform the previous iterations! By collaborating with other product development groups across Apple, you’ll push the industry boundaries of what wireless systems can do and improve the product experience for our customers across the world. As a Cellular Physical Layer Firmware Engineer on this team, you will be at the center of the embedded 5G/4G/multimode cellular firmware effort within a silicon design group responsible for designing and productizing powerful cellular SoCs. This position requires someone comfortable will all aspects of embedded software development, that thrives in a multifaceted multi-functional organization, is not afraid to debate ideas openly, and is flexible enough to change directions on constantly evolving requirements.

Key Qualifications

Minimum BS + 3 years of relevant industry experience.
Hands-on experience with PHY L1 Software/Firmware in 3G/4G and/or 5G.
Good understanding of software engineering principles, and core computer science fundamentals.
Proficiency with C and/or C++, compilers, build and source code control tools.
Experience with memory constrained Real Time Operating Systems (RTOS) and concurrent programming.
Working knowledge of computer architecture with particular emphasis on the HW/SW interfaces of high-speed communication subsystems.
Experience with silicon prototyping, emulation systems, and virtual platforms.
Proficiency debugging embedded software systems.
Familiarity with UARTs, JTAG, and oscilloscopes.
Knowledge and experience of Matlab is a plus.

Description

- Specify, design, and implement PHY L1 firmware of a state-of-the-art mobile wireless communications system. - Implement key scheduling, control processing in tight timeline, latency, and energy constraints. - Work with Software designers to define interfaces to protocol stack, MAC/RRC and required processor subsystems. - Assist in the development of pre-silicon emulation systems/virtual platforms and use them for pre-silicon L1 FW design and verification. - Evaluate and implement leading edge tools for build, formal verification, and test. - Define methodologies and standard methodologies

Education & Experience

Minimum BS + 3 years of relevant industry experience

Additional Requirements

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Pay & Benefits

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $131,500.00 and $243,300.00, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.

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Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.