Cellular Automation Engineer

Apple Inc.; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 142,000 - 214,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock programs

Tuition reimbursement

Medical & dental coverage

Job summary

Apple Inc. in California is seeking an Automation Engineer to design and develop automated test frameworks and infrastructure for validating wireless PHY and RF systems across silicon projects.

You will translate specifications into automated test strategies, collaborate with validation, AI/ML teams, and integrate tests into a CI/CD pipeline to ensure code changes do not break existing functionality. The role requires a BS with 3+ years of experience, strong Python/Shell/C/C#, and familiarity

Qualifications

• BS and a minimum of 3 years of relevant industry experience.
• Experience developing test automation, including equipment drivers, debug tools, automation scripts and interfaces.
• Strong programming skills in Python, Shell scripting, and/or C/C++/C# for test automation.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop automation frameworks and test infrastructure for validating wireless PHY systems.
• Translate specifications into automated test strategies and resolve complex system issues.
• Automate triage tooling and consolidate reports via emails and SharePoint.
• Collaborate with AI/ML experts to improve test methodologies for next‑gen wireless systems.
• Implement and integrate automated tests into CI/CD to prevent regressions.
• Handle multiple configurations across platforms and geographies to ensure consistency.
• Analyze execution workflows to identify bottlenecks and automation opportunities to reduce costs.

Skills

Python

Shell scripting

C/C++/C#

Communication skills

Education

BS with 3+ years experience

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Git

CI/CD

Databases

Reporting tools

Job description

Do you want to work on groundbreaking technologies that enable amazing new products? Do you have the attention to detail and love for excellence to work towards an extraordinary result? Envision what you could do here! At Apple, we believe new insights can quickly become extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences. Bring passion and dedication to your job, and there's no telling what you could accomplish!

Description

As an Automation Engineer, you will develop software solutions for our current and future products.

Responsibilities

• You will Design and develop sophisticated automation frameworks and test infrastructure for validating wireless and PHY systems across RF and baseband domains, enabling comprehensive validation and regression testing throughout the silicon development lifecycle.
• Working closely with validation team, you'll translate specifications into automated test strategies, identify validation gaps, and drive resolution of complex system issues.
• You will be working on automation and integration of auto triage tools and consolidated report generation and publications through emails and sharepoints.
• You will be working with AI/ML experts to continuously improving test methodologies to meet the demanding requirements of next-generation wireless systems.
• Implement and integrate automated tests into a continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipeline to ensure new code changes do not break existing functionality.
• Handle and document multiple system configurations across multiple platform and multiple geographies to ensure consistency and reliability across different environments/projects.
• Analyse execution workflows to identify bottlenecks and new opportunities for automation to increase equipment utilisation and reduce costs/time.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS and a minimum of 3 years of relevant industry experience.
• Experience developing test automation, including equipment drivers, debug tools, automation scripts and interfaces.
• Strong programming skills in Python, Shell scripting, and/or C/C++/C# for test automation.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering; Master's or Ph.D. preferred.
• Strong knowledge of wireless communication systems, with emphasis on FW cellular technologies experience is a plus.
• Proficiency with RF test equipment, including signal analyzers, signal generators, and spectrum analyzers.
• Experience with automation infrastructure development (traceability, repeatability) and related tools (Git, CI/CD, databases, reporting tools).
• Proficiency in employing AI/ML technologies to optimize workflow efficiency.
• A background in generative models, natural language processing, and large language models (LLMs)

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 $142,300 and $214,300, 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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