Wireless Systems Engineer

Apple Inc.; California; On-site; USD 150,000 - 278,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental coverage

Employee stock plan

Relocation assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Apple Inc. is seeking a Product RF Design Engineer in Cupertino, CA to lead RF architecture and integration for next-generation wireless products.

You will guide design decisions from concept through prototyping to mass production, collaborating closely with wireless and software engineers, industrial designers and manufacturing teams. The role emphasizes hands-on design, testing and optimization, leveraging simulation and lab measurements to ensure world-class RF performance across cellular,

Qualifications

• BSEE or equivalent education required.
• Coursework or experience in antenna/RF design, wireless communications, EM, or circuits.
• Experience in antenna design including simulation, mockup skill and architecture investigation.
• Experience in RF measurement and desense.

Responsibilities

• Apply expertise in RF architecture, design, integration and manufacturing from concept to mass production.
• Collaborate with wireless and software teams to optimize RF performance for products.
• Prototype, test and iterate designs using simulations and lab measurements.
• Support production with RF-related issues and yield improvements.

Skills

RF Design

Antenna Design

Electromagnetic Theory

RF Measurement

System Integration

Education

BSEE or Equivalent

Tools

RF Lab Instrumentation

Job description

Cupertino, California, United States Hardware

At Apple, you will have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to deliver outstanding performance for wireless products. As a member of the Product RF Design team, you will be at the forefront of wireless technology as we push the boundaries of achievable performance in wireless for innovative products. You will become part of a hands-on product development team that shapes and influences current and future generations of Apple products. We’re looking for dedicated and motivated engineers with good fundamentals in one or more areas of RF/wireless and electromagnetic theory, antenna design, system integration, & wireless communications.

Description

Product RF Design Engineers should have a broad-based knowledge in RF architecture, design, integration and manufacturing. They have deep theoretical and practical knowledge in one or more areas of electromagnetic theory, RF and Wireless circuit design, communication theory, and product design trade-off. They use electromagnetic and system simulation, hands on prototyping, test and measurement to understand complex system and sub-system interactions, implications to product level design, and manufacturing trade-offs to enable mass production. Product RF Design Engineers apply their expertise in all aspects of product design from concept, architecture definition, integration and prototyping to final production. They work closely with wireless and software architects, industrial designers, and product designers to guide and sculpt the product design with an eye towards optimizing RF/Wireless functionality for the user. They work closely with manufacturing teams to support builds from prototype phase to mass production.

Minimum Qualifications

• BSEE or Equivalent education.
• Coursework or experience in antenna/RF design, wireless communications, EM, or circuits.
• Experience in antenna design including simulation, mockup skill and architecture investigation.
• Experience in RF measurement and desense.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in integration of wireless technologies such as cellular, GPS, Wifi, and NFC into products.
• Experience in RF schematic and PCB layout practices and guidelines.
• Hands-on experience with RF lab instrumentation.
• Ability to debug desense issues and characterize noise sources.
• Experience with production environment and statistical analysis.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with ability to communicate effectively across cultures and geographical locations.
• Strong collaborator, with ability to build strong relationships both within and outside the team.

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 $150,400 and $277,600, 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. 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

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