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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? As a member of our dynamic group, you will have the unique and rewarding opportunity to shape upcoming products that will delight and inspire millions of Apple’s customers every day! Apple’s Wireless System and Compliance Engineering team is looking for a Systems Engineer to drive connectivity performance across WLAN, Bluetooth, GPS, and UWB technologies for Apple's world-class wireless products.
Description
You will work at the intersection of wireless technology evaluation and product integration, applying deep system expertise to define, characterize, and optimize connectivity performance across Apple's product portfolio. Beyond translating carrier, regulatory, and industry requirements into system specifications, you will proactively identify HW and SW optimization opportunities, drive their adoption, and champion product quality in close collaboration with cross-functional teams, helping Apple deliver best-in-class wireless experiences at scale.","responsibilities":"Shape next-generation consumer products by applying wireless system design and characterization expertise to solve complex performance challenges.
Drive system-level link budget understanding and its impact on feature performance through simulation, emulation, and measurement.
Architect and maintain best-in-class testbeds and controlled environments to identify and characterize relevant KPIs and unlock the next tier of wireless performance.
Define and execute validation plans, identify HW and SW opportunities to close performance gaps, and drive their adoption.
Champion product quality along with cross-functional teams (RFHW, Antenna, Product Design, EE) through root cause analysis and driving design improvements.
Represent Apple's product goals in standardization venues and mentor engineers in defining test plans, custom testing solutions, and platform-level fixes.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree in EE or equivalent with 10+ years of relevant work experience.
Working experience with RF characterization, antenna design and testing, anechoic chambers, and RF test equipment.
Hands-on experience with throughput measurement tools (e.g., ixChariot, iPerf, Octoscope, or similar).
Proficiency in MATLAB for system-level modeling and simulation.
Track record of driving HW/SW design improvements through cross-functional collaboration.
Familiarity with industry conformance requirements for WLAN, Bluetooth, and GNSS technologies.
Familiarity with chipset and platform architecture for connectivity technologies (WLAN, Bluetooth, GNSS, UWB).
Familiarity with AI tools and workflows (e.g., LLMs, AI coding assistants, automation platforms) to boost productivity and engineering efficiency.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in EE or equivalent with 10+ years of relevant work experience.
Industry experience in development/ characterization of RF/Antenna system for wireless technologies. Experience in commercializing wireless products is required.
Solid understanding of wireless system concepts and performance evaluation in at least one technology: 802.11ax, 802.11ac, Wi-Fi 6E, GNSS, UWB, or Bluetooth.
Solid understanding of PHY layer and MAC/application layer protocols.
Solid understanding of end-to-end link budget and wireless propagation.
Hands-on modeling experience using at least one simulation tool (e.g., MATLAB, HFSS, CST, ANSOFT, or equivalent).
Pay & Benefits
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 $181,100 and $318,400, 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.