Wi-Fi Power and Performance Engineer - Platform Architecture

Apple Inc.; Santa Clara, Northern (CA, KY); On-site; USD 185,000 - 325,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple Inc. is seeking a Wi‑Fi Power and Performance Engineer for the Platform Architecture group in Santa Clara, CA. The role focuses on delivering power and performance data for shipping Wi‑Fi/Bluetooth solutions and informing future directions.

You will work with a team to measure and analyze Wi‑Fi and BT power usage on consumer devices, contributing to product quality and user experience. The role requires hands‑on testing, data processing skills, and deep knowledge of RF concepts.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Experience operating wireless test equipment such as Octoscope/Spirent or Keysight Wi‑Fi UXM.
• Experience gathering power time series traces for Wi‑Fi power dashboards and RF performance use cases (scan, transmit, receive, RvR).
• Experience with modern smartphone and laptop/portable wireless architecture, from AP to Antenna, for Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth, UWB, NFC.
• Experience with black box testing on consumer samples.

Responsibilities

• Operate industry standard and in‑house wireless test equipment.
• Gather Wi‑Fi power timelines using our in‑house DAQ.
• Work in a lab environment with other wireless power/performance engineers.

Skills

Wireless testing

Power measurements

Data analysis

Lab instrumentation

Bluetooth/Wi‑Fi experience

Python scripting

RF concepts

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

MS/PhD preferred

Tools

Octoscope/Spirent

Keysight Wi‑Fi UXM

Python3

Pandas

SciPy

NumPy

Matplotlib

MATLAB

iPerf3

IxChariot

Keysight TestApp

Job description

Wi‑Fi Power and Performance Engineer - Platform Architecture

Santa Clara, California, United States Hardware

Are you highly detailed and skilled at developing creative solutions? Do you love controlling even the smallest details to craft highly organized structures? Do you enjoy building elegant solutions to highly complex challenges? In this role, you will work with a team to provide power and performance data on shipping Wi‑Fi/“WLAN” and BT combo solutions and inform future direction. This work is a vital component of the quality and efficiency of Apple’s future products.Join this group, and you’ll have a direct impact on the technology that shapes Apple’s customer experiences. Together, our work will be the reason millions of customers feel they can trust their devices every single day!

Description

Apple’s Platform Architecture group is looking for a motivated engineer with a strong background in Wi‑Fi and Bluetooth measurements and analysis. We are seeking a team member who is self‑driven with initiative and passion for Wi‑Fi connectivity on consumer devices.

Responsibilities

• Operate industry standard and in‑house wireless test equipment.
• Gather Wi‑Fi power timelines using our in‑house DAQ.
• Work in a lab environment with other wireless power/performance engineers.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Experience operating wireless test equipment such as Octoscope/Spirent or Keysight Wi‑Fi UXM.
• Experience gathering power time series traces for Wi‑Fi power dashboards, common Wi‑Fi power and/or radio performance use cases (scan, transmit, receive, RvR).
• Experience with modern smartphone and laptop/portable wireless architecture, from AP to Antenna, for Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth, UWB, NFC.
• Experience with black box testing on consumer samples.

Preferred Qualifications

• MS or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years relevant industry experience.
• Experience with modern standards including 802.11a/b/g/n/ax/be, BT Classic, BT LE, GNSS, LTE, 5G NR.
• Strong passion for fast connectivity, Wi‑Fi speed and coverage, and consumer electronics.
• Familiarity with Wi‑Fi baseband marketplace, market players, discrete vs integrated markets, and trends.
• Understanding of foundational RF concepts which drive Wi‑Fi and BT power in the real world on live networks and devices.
• Proficiency in a data processing language/library such as Python3, Pandas, Scipy, Numpy, Matplotlib, Matlab or similar, and basic scripting (Bash).
• Common end user benchmarking applications and tools (iPerf3, IxChariot, Keysight TestApp, etc).

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 $184,700 and $324,800, 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 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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