RF Systems Engineer

Apple • Cupertino, CA

1d • $195,357 - $272,100 • Hybrid

About The Position

Develop and optimize RF automation systems for connectivity technologies on WiFi, Bluetooth, and UWB for Apple's latest products, including Home, iPad, and Audio, spanning from R&D to mass production phases. This role involves developing calibration algorithms for both conducted and radiated levels, including RF front-end components like filters, tank circuit modeling, amplifiers, LNAs, and antennas. You will implement test algorithms to measure key RF metrics such as Tx Power, Rx Gain calibration, and Group delay, TRP. The position requires engagement in design validation for various wireless technologies from prototyping to mass production, and the design of calibration routines and test algorithms contributing to a multi-faceted test software suite. Additionally, you will develop software apps and drivers for Apple platforms to support feature prototyping and support manufacturing builds overseas during new product introduction phases. Collaboration with chipset manufacturers, test equipment vendors, and in-house antenna and RFHW design teams is crucial for analyzing wireless performance data and addressing technical challenges to deploy groundbreaking wireless features with impeccable quality. International and domestic travel is required 15%. The standard work week is 40 hours.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 3 years of experience in the job offered or related occupation.
• 1 year of experience with WiFi System Knowledge to analyze, design, and troubleshoot WiFi subsystems.
• 1 year of experience with Bluetooth System Knowledge to analyze, design, and troubleshoot Bluetooth subsystems.
• 1 year of experience with RF Fundamentals to analyze and troubleshoot RF related issues at Product Level.
• 1 year of experience with RF Test Equipment Knowledge to develop measurement systems to characterize RF behavior.
• 1 year of experience with Wireless Communication to develop system validation benches including rate vs range or Bluetooth audio quality assessment.
• 1 year of experience with Signal Processing to develop RF calibration algorithms.
• 1 year of experience with Microwave Theory to analyze and troubleshoot hardware and radio impairment issues.
• 1 year of experience with Antenna Theory to develop OTA (Over-the-air) testing systems to evaluate RF antenna design and performance at product level.
• 1 year of experience with Wireless System Simulation to conduct analysis of wireless hardware behaviors at concept phase.
• 1 year of experience with Software Development & Testing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize RF automation systems for WiFi, Bluetooth, and UWB technologies.
• Develop calibration algorithms at both conducted and radiated levels, including RF front-end components.
• Implement test algorithms to measure key RF metrics (Tx Power, Rx Gain calibration, Group delay, TRP).
• Engage in design validation from prototyping to mass production.
• Design calibration routines and test algorithms for a test software suite.
• Develop software apps and drivers for Apple platforms.
• Support manufacturing build overseas during new product introduction phases.
• Collaborate with chipset manufacturers, test equipment vendors, and internal design teams.
• Analyze wireless performance data and tackle technical challenges.

Benefits

• Opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through discretionary employee stock programs.
• Eligibility for discretionary restricted stock unit awards.
• Option to purchase Apple stock at a discount through the Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage.
• Retirement benefits.
• A range of discounted products and free services.
• Reimbursement for certain educational expenses, including tuition, for formal education related to career advancement.
• Potential eligibility for discretionary bonuses or commission payments.
• Potential eligibility for relocation assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior