Wireless System Automation and Test Engineer

Apple Inc.; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 313,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple is looking for a Wireless System Automation and Test Engineer to join their innovative Wireless Hardware group. The ideal candidate will work on enhancing product performance through automation development, alongside a dynamic team focused on groundbreaking wireless systems. This position demands a strong background in wireless communication technologies and extensive experience with test automation and verification.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Discounted products and free services

Educational reimbursement for career advancement

Discretionary bonuses or commission payments

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in wireless communication systems.
• Experience in test automation and using lab equipment.
• Bachelor's Degree required; advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for automation development and verification of Wireless/PHY Systems.
• Ensure system meets design specifications including RF performance.
• Develop test infrastructure for validation and regression.

Skills

Knowledge in wireless communication systems

Understanding of RF and Baseband signals

Experience testing wireless silicon

Experience with lab equipment

Python

Shell scripting

C/C++/C#

Test automation development

Automation infrastructure development

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering

Tools

Signal analyzer

Signal generator

Spectrum analyzer

GIT

CI/CD tools

Job description

Wireless System Automation and Test Engineer

Do you have a passion for taking on big challenges? Do you love pushing the limits of what’s considered feasible? As part of our Wireless Hardware group, you’ll be responsible for bringing groundbreaking wireless connectivity to the world. On this team, you’ll help improve the performance of our products through innovative system-on-chip designs. You and your team will build platform architecture that paves the way for all-new experiences, including the ones that allow people to take advantage of our innovations in sensor technology. Together, our goal is to ensure nothing stands in the way of our customers’ connections with their devices. Join us & help build world-renowned wireless systems that connect customers to their world like never before.

Description

You will be part of the dynamic & innovative Wireless/PHY System DVT team! The team is responsible for ensuring the Wireless/PHY system meets the design specifications and functions correctly. The specifications and functionalities include EVM, Sensitivity, Desense, RF/Baseband Performance, MIMO, Beamforming, and Coexistence. You will be responsible for automation development and verification of the Wireless/PHY Systems. You will also develop the test and test infrastructure for the validation and regression at the center of a silicon design group on the radio and PHY. You will work with PHY/MAC/RF design engineers and system integration/test engine

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree +10 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge in wireless communication systems: WiFi and/or Cellular Technologies.
• Understanding of key performance indicators and impairments of RF and Baseband signals.
• Experience testing wireless silicon in a lab.
• Experience using and understanding lab equipment: signal analyzer, signal generator, spectrum analyzer.
• Experience with Python, Shell scripting, and/or C/C++/C#.
• Experience developing test automation, including equipment drivers, debug tools, automation scripts, interfaces.
• Experience with automation infrastructure development (traceability, repeatability) and related tools (GIT, CI/CD, database, reporting tools).
• Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineer; Masters or Ph.D.

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 $175,800 and $312,200, 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.

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 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 .