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RF System Integration Engineer - Cellular

Apple creates innovative products and services that enrich people's lives through cutting-edge technology and design.
$147,400 - $272,100
Embedded
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Hardware

Job Description

At Apple, we're looking for an RF System Integration Engineer to join our System RF group and contribute to the design and characterization of wireless systems across Apple's newest products including iPhones, Watches, iPads and others. This role combines RF expertise with software development, requiring both technical depth in wireless communications and programming skills.

As an RF System Integration Engineer, you'll work on advancing systems to guarantee efficient and consistent wireless performance across all Apple products. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware, software, and system teams, as well as chipset and instrument vendors. Your responsibilities will span from developing C/C++ software for controlling wireless chipsets to creating and implementing test plans for production lines.

The ideal candidate brings strong RF fundamentals, protocol experience, and sound programming practices. You'll be working with the latest wireless technologies including LTE and 5G, while having the opportunity to impact millions of users through Apple's product lineup. The role offers exposure to cutting-edge wireless technology development and the chance to work with some of the brightest minds in the industry.

This position requires a blend of technical skills including RF system design, software development, and test automation. You'll be part of a team that values innovation, attention to detail, and collaborative problem-solving. The role includes opportunities for professional growth through hands-on experience with advanced wireless systems and exposure to Apple's product development process.

Benefits include comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, stock programs, education reimbursement, and potential for bonuses and relocation assistance. Join us in creating the best products in the world while working at the intersection of hardware and software in wireless technology.

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Responsibilities For RF System Integration Engineer - Cellular

  • 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 for production and manufacturing lines
  • Partner with operations and factory engineering teams
  • International and domestic travel required (~15%)

Requirements For RF System Integration Engineer - Cellular

  • 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

Benefits For RF System Integration Engineer - Cellular

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Equity
Education Budget
  • Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
  • Retirement benefits
  • Employee stock programs
  • Education reimbursement
  • Discretionary bonuses
  • Relocation assistance

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