WiFi MAC Design Verification Engineer

Apple Inc.; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 185,000 - 325,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Product discounts

Employee stock purchase plan

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Apple Inc. is seeking a Wireless MAC Design Verification Engineer to join the Wireless Connectivity Silicon team in Sunnyvale. You’ll own verification for WIFI MAC blocks, build test benches, and collaborate with design, software, and firmware teams on IEEE 802.11 protocols.

The role emphasizes hands-on SystemVerilog, UVM, and AI-assisted debugging, with a base pay range of $184,700 to $324,800. Apple offers comprehensive medical, dental, retirement plans, stock programs, relocation support, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least 10 years of relevant ASIC/DFT verification experience.
• Advanced knowledge of standard ASIC design and verification flows.
• Proven track record in leading verification methodologies for clusters or full-chip designs.
• Deep proficiency in OOP, SystemVerilog, and UVM.

Responsibilities

• Own critical block and sub-system verification of WIFI MAC.
• Architect and develop test-benches and verification environments.
• Leverage AI-based tools to accelerate verification workflows and automate testbench development.
• Learn advanced IEEE 802.11 Wireless LAN protocols.
• Create, simulate, and debug test scenarios.
• Lead regressions and issue tracking.
• Collaborate with Design, Systems, SW, and Firmware to define verification plans and review specifications.

Skills

SystemVerilog

UVM

Test bench development

ASIC verification

OOP concepts

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Claude Code

Simulation tools

Job description

The Apple ecosystem harnesses multiple wireless technologies to deliver an unparalleled user experience. The Wireless Connectivity Silicon (WCS) team spearheads the development of complex System-on-Chip (SoCs) like the N1 family, enabling this experience in both current and future Apple products. By leveraging cutting‑edge processes, tools, workflows, unique proprietary features, and advanced architecture, the team strives to provide the best wireless connectivity solutions. The WCS organization anticipates substantial growth to meet the diverse silicon tape‑outs for various product lines at Apple in the coming years. This presents significant growth opportunities for building new infrastructure. If you’re passionate about wireless technologies, eager to work on next‑generation infrastructure, and committed to continuous learning, this is the ideal place for you.

Description

As a Wireless MAC Design Verification Engineer, you’ll be instrumental in our WCS group’s verification initiatives, ensuring that our products incorporate cutting‑edge Wi‑Fi technology while maintaining high quality and reliability. We’re looking for candidates with hands‑on experience in the entire ASIC design verification cycle, preferably with expertise in reusable verification methodologies like UVM or similar. This position offers excellent opportunities to deepen your knowledge of Wi‑Fi protocols, complex IP and subsystems, and fabric protocols. You’ll also be collaborating closely with system architects, design, software, and firmware teams. The ideal candidate will excel in detailed test planning, adapt to evolving requirements, build test bench infrastructure, perform regressions, close coverage, and leverage various AI tools to streamline DV processes and expedite debugging. Prior knowledge of wireless domain or MAC verification is a plus. If you’re passionate about contributing to products that have a global impact and want to advance your technical expertise, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Own critical block and sub-system verification of WIFI MAC.
• Architect and develop test‑benches, environments and define new verification methodologies in most innovative environment.
• Leverage AI‑based tools (such as Claude Code) to accelerate verification workflows, automate testbench development, and enhance productivity.
• Learn new most advanced protocols related to IEEE 802.11 Wireless LAN specification.
• Create, simulate and debug test scenarios.
• Lead regressions and issue tracking.
• Collaborate with Design, Systems, SW engineering teams to review specifications and architecture, extract features, and define verification plans.
• Drive coverage analysis and closure.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree +10 years of relevant experience.
• Advanced Knowledge of standard ASIC design and verification flows.
• Proven track record in leading the verification methodology for clusters, subsystems, or full‑chip level designs.
• Deep proficiency in OOP, SystemVerilog, UVM.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to debug complex design issues effectively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Wireless Connectivity or MAC verification.
• Experience using AI‑based tools for verification (e.g., Claude Code or similar) to improve efficiency and automation.
• Highly motivated, ambitious, and eager to collaborate effectively in a dynamic and fast‑paced work environment.

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
• reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition
• discretionary bonuses or commission payments
• relocation

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