Cellular 4G/5G Firmware Verification Architect

Apple • San Diego, CA

120d • $139,500 - $258,100

About The Position

As a Cellular 5G/4G Firmware Verification Architect, you will be at the forefront of the embedded 5G/4G/multimode cellular firmware initiative within a silicon design group responsible for designing and productizing pioneering cellular SoCs. This position requires an individual who is proficient in all aspects of embedded firmware verification, thrives in a dynamic multi-functional organization, embraces open dialogue, and demonstrates adaptability to continuously evolving requirements.

Requirements

• BS and a minimum of 3 years of relevant industry experience.
• Proven experience in wireless communication.
• A strong understanding of AI/ML fundamentals and the ability to utilize AI tools such as MCP, Agents, RAG, and LLMs are essential.
• Proficiency in employing AI/ML technologies to optimize workflow efficiency.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Nice To Haves

• Comprehensive knowledge of wireless communication fundamentals, including signal processing, and proficiency in 4G/5G specifications.
• The ability to define intricate verification use cases and schemes, thereby enhancing system performance and establishing verification criteria.
• Experience in firmware test case planning, design, and development for 4G/5G functional and performance scenarios.
• A robust understanding of various 4G/5G signaling and physical layer test equipment, including Keysight, Anritsu, and R&S, along with their respective automation interfaces.
• A background in generative models, natural language processing, and large language models (LLMs).
• Experience in failure analysis, quality engineering, or performance analysis for AI/ML-based applications.
• A deep understanding of software engineering principles and fundamental computer science concepts.
• Proficiency in build and source code control tools.
• A willingness to learn new architectures and frameworks.
• Experience with network emulators, silicon prototyping, emulation systems, and virtual platforms.
• A master's degree or PhD with relevant experience in the wireless communications industry is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a team of component verification, integration, protocol test engineers, firmware developers, and system engineers to develop firmware verification use cases and end-to-end physical layer performance.
• Design and develop verification frameworks for 4G/5G firmware, followed by development and execution of test cases for 4G/5G firmware.
• Verify key protocols, signal processing, and numerical algorithms with exacting time, latency, and energy budgets.
• Utilize AI/ML tools to streamline cellular research, improving test and development efficiency.
• Implement RAG and MCP pipelines in conjunction with data labeling to enhance the performance of the model.
• Collaborate with Hardware/Firmware/Systems teams to construct verification architectures for novel and existing features.
• Assist in the development of pre-silicon emulation systems/virtual platforms and apply them for pre-silicon firmware design verification.
• Evaluate and implement innovative tools for building, formal verification, and testing.
• Define methodologies and best practices for verification and reporting.

Benefits

• 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 assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree