Wireless Systems Integration Engineer

Apple Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 171,600 - 302,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Discounts on products and services

Tuition reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

A global technology company is seeking a Wireless System Engineer to design calibration algorithms and integrate wireless SoC products. The candidate will lead validation and characterization of WiFi systems while collaborating with other engineers. Required qualifications include a BS and over 10 years of experience, along with expertise in Python and communication theory. This position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant industry experience required.
• Hands-on experience with chip bringup and tuning required.
• Knowledge of wireless communication protocols is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead validation and performance characterization of WiFi systems.
• Design algorithms for radio impairments in a simulation environment.
• Develop python-based validation and debug platforms.

Skills

Communication theory

Signal processing algorithms

Calibration algorithms

Python

C/C++

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

Masters or PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Spectrum analyzer

Signal generator

Network analyzer

Power meter

Job description

At Apple, we work every single day to craft products that enrich people’s lives. Do you love working on challenges that no one has solved yet? Do you like changing the game? We have an opportunity for a forward-thinking and unusually hardworking Wireless System Engineer. As a member of our multi-faceted group, you will have the rare and extraordinary opportunity to craft upcoming products that will delight and encourage millions of Apple’s customers every single day.

Description

In this technical role, you will be part of a silicon design group responsible for system integration, design of radio calibration algorithms, chip bringup, and characterization of state-of-the-art wireless SoC products from conception to production. We are looking for an exceptional engineer with experience in designing novel calibration algorithms for wireless systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead validation, bringup and performance characterization of WiFi PHY/Radio systems on emulation, FPGA and real silicon platforms.
• Design optimal algorithms for calibration of IQ imbalance, DC Offset, LO feed through and other radio impairments in a simulation environment to benchmark performance.
• Work alongside PHY, FW, RFIC and digital HW designers on efficient implementation of algorithms for both factory tuning and real time operation.
• Develop and maintain python based pre/post-silicon validation and debug platforms.
• Develop and implement test plans, collect and analyze test results, identify and debug issues.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experience.
• Hands-on experience with chip bringup, tuning wireless transmitter or receiver chain for optimal performance.
• In-depth knowledge in communication theory, OFDM systems, RF system architecture and signal processing algorithms (such as timing recovery, signal estimation and detection, automatic gain control, RF impairment estimation and correction, coexistence).
• Experience designing algorithms for calibration, pre-equalization or digital pre-distortion techniques.
• Experience with Python, Matlab, or C/C++ implementation.
• Hands-on experience using wireless test lab equipment (spectrum analyzer, signal generator, network analyzer, power meter).

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters or PhD degree in Electrical engineering.
• Knowledge of wireless communication protocols like IEEE 802.11 standards or LTE.
• Experience with pre-silicon validation using emulation and FPGA prototyping tools and methodologies
• Excellent analytical and debug skills, with prior experience in failure analysis at various stages of a project.
• Experience building test automation and verification flow development with scripting languages such as Python.

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 $171,600 and $302,200, 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.

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