Wi-Fi Performance Software Engineer

Apple; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 251,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Wi-Fi Performance Software Engineer to join their innovative Sensing and Connectivity Engineering team. This role focuses on performance benchmarking and enhancing Wi-Fi system performance across the Apple ecosystem. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with TCP/IP protocols and the 802.11 MAC/PHY protocol, as well as proficiency in tools like iPerf and Wireshark. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to technologies that enrich people's lives while working in a collaborative environment. If you are passionate about wireless connectivity and eager to drive impactful projects, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Discounted products and services

Educational reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Discretionary bonuses

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Wi-Fi system performance and protocol analysis.
• Ability to build lab setups for performance benchmarking.

Responsibilities

• Benchmarking and characterizing new connectivity features.
• Improving Wi-Fi system performance on Apple platforms.

Skills

TCP/IP protocols

802.11 MAC/PHY protocol

Debugging and analysis

Interference impact understanding

Python scripting

Tools

iPerf

Ixia

Wireshark

Job description

Wi-Fi Performance Software Engineer

San Diego, California, United States Software and Services

Summary

Posted: Oct 17, 2024

Weekly Hours: 40

Role Number: 200569044

Join our Sensing and Connectivity Engineering team and drive innovation that matters! We create and seamlessly integrate technologies that enrich people’s lives and deliver the absolute best user experience. Our team works on the Apple ecosystem of devices that delivers the best quality of wireless connectivity.

Description

Responsible for performance benchmarking, characterization of new connectivity features, and improving Wi-Fi system performance on Apple platforms. Measure & analyze both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth system performance for various coexistence-driven scenarios. Ability to build lab setups that simulate different system conditions. Ability to work on scripts and tools that aid in analysis.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Understanding of TCP/IP suite of protocols
2. Deep knowledge of 802.11 MAC/PHY protocol with 8+ years relevant industry experience
3. Tools experience - iPerf, Ixia, Wireshark
4. Debug and analysis of issues by examining different layers of the protocol stack
5. Understand impact of interference on Wi-Fi and BT performance

Preferred Qualifications

1. Python scripting experience is a plus
2. Thrive in a collaborative environment and can clearly communicate while confidently driving multiple projects across many teams.
3. Obsessively passionate and inquisitive, and seek to solve everyday problems in innovative ways.
4. Ability to improve system performance to provide a good end-user experience.

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 $135,400 and $250,600, 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.

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 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.