Wireless RTL Design Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Employee stock programs

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Sunnyvale, CA, is seeking a senior silicon design engineer to develop wireless SoCs with a focus on energy-efficient performance.

You will work on MATLAB/C models, RTL design, and cross-team collaboration to deliver high-impact wireless components to hundreds of millions of devices. The role emphasizes advanced DSP techniques, fixed-point verifications, and close interaction with RF/Analog, Systems/PHY/MAC, and FW/SW teams.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 10+ years of relevant industry experience
• Understanding of DSP communication algorithms and trade-offs
• Knowledge of fixed-point and bit-true verifications
• Experience with energy-efficient and low-power design techniques
• Excellent communication and teamwork under tight schedules

Responsibilities

• Write specifications and documents based on MATLAB/C models
• RTL design and verification support
• Run tools to ensure lint-free design
• Collaborate with algorithms and software teams to optimize performance and power

Skills

DSP algorithms

Fixed-point design

Bit-true verification

Energy-efficient design

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Synthesis CAD

CDC tools

Power analysis

Job description

Would you like to join Apple’s growing wireless silicon development team? Our wireless SOC organization is responsible for all aspects of wireless silicon development with a particular emphasis on highly energy efficient design and new technologies that transform the user experience at the product level, all of which is driven by a world-class vertically integrated engineering team spanning RF/Analog architecture and design, Systems/PHY/MAC architecture and design, VLSI/RTL design and integration, Emulation, Design Verification, Test and Validation, and FW/SW engineering.

Description

In this highly visible role, you will be at the center of a silicon design group with a critical impact on getting functional products to hundreds of millions of customers quickly. You will develop signal processing intensive design for wireless communication SoCs with diverse connectivity technologies.Will you join us and do the best work of your life here?

Responsibilities

• Writing specifications and other documents based on MATLAB/C system model
• RTL logic design and verification support
• Running tools to ensure lint-free design
• Collaboration with algorithm and software team to ensure performance and power efficiency

Minimum Qualifications

• BS and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experience
• Some level of fixed-point knowledge and experience with bit-true verifications
• Understanding of DSP communication algorithms and trade-offs between performance and complexity
• Good knowledge in modern design techniques and energy-efficient/low power logic design
• Ability to work well in a team and be productive under aggressive schedules
• Excellent communication skills and self-motivated

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in front end CAD tools such as synthesis, CDC and power analysis

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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