RF System Integration Engineer - Cellular

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Imagine what you could do here! At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Every single day, people do amazing things at Apple. Join us in creating the best products in the world, crafting best techniques and methodologies that enhance user experience. The System RF group at Apple is looking to onboard individuals with a passion for wireless tech, eagerness to learn and who want to collaborate with the brightest minds to bring forth exciting products that enrich people's lives. You will have the opportunity to contribute to the design and characterization of wireless systems across Apple’s newest products including iPhones, Watches, iPads and others. You will advance a system to guarantee the efficient and the most consistent wireless performance for all Apple products. The design of such a system requires good wireless fundamentals, protocol experience, and sound programming practices. This includes working closely across hardware, software and system teams across Apple as well as chipset vendors, instruments vendors.
As an RF System Integration Engineer your responsibilities will include: Authoring scalable software in C/C++ for controlling wireless chipsets and instrumentation Developing algorithms and solutions to validate and characterize RF/wireless system performance Reviewing data with cross functional teams from Hardware and Software to analyze and root cause wireless performance issues Design experiments to understand impact of RF impairments Create test plans which will be deployed on production and manufacturing lines to guarantee quality and performance Partner with operations and factory engineering teams to improve manufacturing processes International and domestic travel is required (~15%)
  • BSEE with 5+ years of experience working in field of RFHW/RFSW/Antenna design
  • Solid understanding of RF fundamentals and communications theory
  • Experience programming in C/C++ with good object oriented design principals
  • Good understanding of RF metrics and knowledge of cellular standards including LTE and 5G
  • MSEE with 10+ years of experience working in field of RFHW/RFSW/Antenna design
  • Recent experience with RF test and calibration automation
  • Hands-on experience with RF/Wireless lab equipment like call box testers, spectrum analyzers, etc
  • Familiarity with data processing and statistical tools.
  • Experience and understanding of antenna/OTA measurements.
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 $143,100 and $264,200, 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.

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote 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. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.

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