Wireless Design Engineer
San Diego, CA · On-site
As a Wireless Design Engineer, you will be responsible for RTL design of wireless MAC and its interface with the rest of the wireless SoC. You will interact with the software team, wireless system ...
Wireless Design Engineer
San Diego, CA · On-site
As a Wireless Design Engineer, you will be responsible for RTL design of wireless MAC and its interface with the rest of the wireless SoC. You will interact with the software team, wireless system ...
Wireless Design Engineer
$175K - $308K/yr
As a Wireless Design Engineer, you will be responsible for RTL design of wireless MAC and its interface with the rest of the wireless SoC. You will interact with the software team, wireless system ...
Wireless Design Engineer
$175K - $308K/yr
As a Wireless Design Engineer, you will be responsible for RTL design of wireless MAC and its interface with the rest of the wireless SoC. You will interact with the software team, wireless system ...
Wireless Design Engineer
$175K - $308K/yr
As a Wireless Design Engineer, you will be responsible for RTL design of wireless MAC and its interface with the rest of the wireless SoC. You will interact with the software team, wireless system ...
Wireless Design Engineer
$175K - $308K/yr
As a Wireless Design Engineer, you will be responsible for RTL design of wireless MAC and its interface with the rest of the wireless SoC. You will interact with the software team, wireless system ...
Wireless Design Verification Engineer
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$160K - $195K/yr
As a Wireless Design Verification Engineer, you will be responsible for pre-silicon RTL verification of wireless MAC and its interfaces with the rest of the wireless SoC. You will interact with DV ...
Wireless Design Verification Engineer
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$160K - $195K/yr
As a Wireless Design Verification Engineer, you will be responsible for pre-silicon RTL verification of wireless MAC and its interfaces with the rest of the wireless SoC. You will interact with DV ...
Wireless Design Verification Engineer
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$160K - $195K/yr
As a Wireless Design Verification Engineer, you will be responsible for pre-silicon RTL verification of wireless MAC and its interfaces with the rest of the wireless SoC. You will interact with DV ...
Wireless Design Verification Engineer
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$160K - $195K/yr
As a Wireless Design Verification Engineer, you will be responsible for pre-silicon RTL verification of wireless MAC and its interfaces with the rest of the wireless SoC. You will interact with DV ...
Wireless Design Verification Engineer
San Diego, CA · On-site
$144K - $176K/yr
As a Wireless Design Verification Engineer, you'll ensure first-time-right silicon success through sophisticated testbenches, comprehensive scenarios, and cutting-edge verification methodologies ...
Wireless Design Verification Engineer
San Diego, CA · On-site
$144K - $176K/yr
As a Wireless Design Verification Engineer, you'll ensure first-time-right silicon success through sophisticated testbenches, comprehensive scenarios, and cutting-edge verification methodologies ...
WiFi Design Engineer Lead
WV · On-site +1
$112K - $149K/yr
Professional Engineering Job Qualifications: Skills: Ekahau (Software), Network Architecture ... Design and develop wireless network architecture, including access points and controllers.
WiFi Design Engineer Lead
WV · On-site +1
$112K - $149K/yr
Professional Engineering Job Qualifications: Skills: Ekahau (Software), Network Architecture ... Design and develop wireless network architecture, including access points and controllers.
Wireless Design Verification Engineer
$175K - $308K/yr
As a Wireless Design Verification Engineer, you will be responsible for pre-silicon RTL verification of wireless MAC and its interfaces with the rest of the wireless SoC. You will interact with DV ...
Wireless Design Verification Engineer
$175K - $308K/yr
As a Wireless Design Verification Engineer, you will be responsible for pre-silicon RTL verification of wireless MAC and its interfaces with the rest of the wireless SoC. You will interact with DV ...
Wireless Design Verification Engineer
$175K - $308K/yr
As a Wireless Design Verification Engineer, you will be responsible for pre-silicon RTL verification of wireless MAC and its interfaces with the rest of the wireless SoC. You will interact with DV ...
Wireless Design Verification Engineer
$175K - $308K/yr
As a Wireless Design Verification Engineer, you will be responsible for pre-silicon RTL verification of wireless MAC and its interfaces with the rest of the wireless SoC. You will interact with DV ...
Wireless Design Verification Engineer
$175K - $308K/yr
As a Wireless Design Verification Engineer, you will be responsible for pre-silicon RTL verification of wireless MAC and its interfaces with the rest of the wireless SoC. You will interact with DV ...
Wireless Design Verification Engineer
$175K - $308K/yr
As a Wireless Design Verification Engineer, you will be responsible for pre-silicon RTL verification of wireless MAC and its interfaces with the rest of the wireless SoC. You will interact with DV ...
Wireless Design Verification Engineer
Irvine, CA · On-site
$146K - $178K/yr
As a Senior Wireless Design Verification Engineer, you'll ensure first-time-right silicon success through sophisticated testbenches, comprehensive scenarios, and cutting-edge verification ...
Wireless Design Verification Engineer
Irvine, CA · On-site
$146K - $178K/yr
As a Senior Wireless Design Verification Engineer, you'll ensure first-time-right silicon success through sophisticated testbenches, comprehensive scenarios, and cutting-edge verification ...
Wireless Design Verification Engineer
$122K - $214K/yr
As a Wireless Design Verification Engineer, you will be responsible for pre-silicon RTL verification of wireless MAC and its interfaces with the rest of the wireless SoC. You will interact with DV ...
Wireless Design Verification Engineer
$122K - $214K/yr
As a Wireless Design Verification Engineer, you will be responsible for pre-silicon RTL verification of wireless MAC and its interfaces with the rest of the wireless SoC. You will interact with DV ...
Wireless Design Verification Engineer
$122K - $214K/yr
As a Wireless Design Verification Engineer, you will be responsible for pre-silicon RTL verification of wireless MAC and its interfaces with the rest of the wireless SoC. You will interact with DV ...
Wireless Design Verification Engineer
$122K - $214K/yr
As a Wireless Design Verification Engineer, you will be responsible for pre-silicon RTL verification of wireless MAC and its interfaces with the rest of the wireless SoC. You will interact with DV ...
Wireless Design Verification Engineer
San Diego, CA · On-site
$122.70 - $214.30/hr
As a Wireless Design Verification Engineer, you will be responsible for pre-silicon RTL verification of wireless MAC and its interfaces with the rest of the wireless SoC. You will interact with DV ...
Wireless Design Verification Engineer
San Diego, CA · On-site
$122.70 - $214.30/hr
As a Wireless Design Verification Engineer, you will be responsible for pre-silicon RTL verification of wireless MAC and its interfaces with the rest of the wireless SoC. You will interact with DV ...
Wireless Design Verification Engineer
Waltham, MA · On-site
$184.70 - $324.80/hr
As a Wireless Design Verification Engineer, you will be responsible for pre-silicon RTL verification of wireless MAC and its interfaces with the rest of the wireless SoC. You will interact with DV ...
Wireless Design Verification Engineer
Waltham, MA · On-site
$184.70 - $324.80/hr
As a Wireless Design Verification Engineer, you will be responsible for pre-silicon RTL verification of wireless MAC and its interfaces with the rest of the wireless SoC. You will interact with DV ...
Wireless Design Verification Engineer
Cupertino, CA · On-site
$129.30 - $225.30/hr
As a Wireless Design Verification Engineer, you will be responsible for pre-silicon RTL verification of wireless MAC and its interfaces with the rest of the wireless SoC. You will interact with DV ...
Wireless Design Verification Engineer
Cupertino, CA · On-site
$129.30 - $225.30/hr
As a Wireless Design Verification Engineer, you will be responsible for pre-silicon RTL verification of wireless MAC and its interfaces with the rest of the wireless SoC. You will interact with DV ...
Wireless Design Verification Engineer
$122K - $214K/yr
As a Wireless Design Verification Engineer, you'll ensure first-time-right silicon success through sophisticated testbenches, comprehensive scenarios, and cutting-edge verification methodologies ...
Wireless Design Verification Engineer
$122K - $214K/yr
As a Wireless Design Verification Engineer, you'll ensure first-time-right silicon success through sophisticated testbenches, comprehensive scenarios, and cutting-edge verification methodologies ...
Wireless Design Verification Engineer
$122K - $214K/yr
As a Wireless Design Verification Engineer, you'll ensure first-time-right silicon success through sophisticated testbenches, comprehensive scenarios, and cutting-edge verification methodologies ...
Wireless Design Verification Engineer
$122K - $214K/yr
As a Wireless Design Verification Engineer, you'll ensure first-time-right silicon success through sophisticated testbenches, comprehensive scenarios, and cutting-edge verification methodologies ...
Wireless Design Verification Engineer
$175K - $308K/yr
As a Senior Wireless Design Verification Engineer, you'll ensure first-time-right silicon success through sophisticated testbenches, comprehensive scenarios, and cutting-edge verification ...
Wireless Design Verification Engineer
$175K - $308K/yr
As a Senior Wireless Design Verification Engineer, you'll ensure first-time-right silicon success through sophisticated testbenches, comprehensive scenarios, and cutting-edge verification ...
Wireless Design Verification Engineer
$175K - $308K/yr
As a Senior Wireless Design Verification Engineer, you'll ensure first-time-right silicon success through sophisticated testbenches, comprehensive scenarios, and cutting-edge verification ...
Wireless Design Verification Engineer
$175K - $308K/yr
As a Senior Wireless Design Verification Engineer, you'll ensure first-time-right silicon success through sophisticated testbenches, comprehensive scenarios, and cutting-edge verification ...
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How much do contract wireless design engineer jobs pay per year?
As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract wireless design engineer in the United States is $129,511.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $103,000.00 and $134,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What are some common challenges faced by contract wireless design engineers, and how can they be managed effectively?
Contract Wireless Design Engineers often encounter challenges such as adapting quickly to different client requirements, staying up-to-date with rapidly evolving wireless technologies, and ensuring seamless integration with existing infrastructure. Managing these challenges requires strong communication with clients, ongoing education on the latest industry standards, and effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Building a robust professional network and maintaining clear documentation can also help streamline project transitions and maintain high-quality deliverables.
What is the difference between Contract Wireless Design Engineer vs Contract RF Engineer?
| Aspect | Contract Wireless Design Engineer | Contract RF Engineer |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, certifications like CWNE or RF-related | Bachelor's in Electrical or Electronics Engineering, RF certifications |
| Work Environment | Design labs, client sites, telecom companies | Testing labs, field sites, telecom providers |
| Industry Usage | Wireless network design, 4G/5G, LTE, Wi-Fi | RF testing, signal analysis, network optimization |
The Contract Wireless Design Engineer primarily focuses on designing wireless networks and systems, while the Contract RF Engineer specializes in RF testing, signal analysis, and troubleshooting. Both roles require similar technical credentials and often work within telecom environments, but their core responsibilities differ in the design versus testing aspects of wireless technology.
What is a contract wireless design engineer?
Contract Wireless Design Engineers are professionals who design and optimize wireless communication networks, such as cellular, Wi-Fi, or IoT systems, on a temporary or project-specific basis. They typically work with companies needing specialized wireless solutions, handling tasks like site surveys, network planning, radio frequency (RF) design, and troubleshooting. These engineers often use sophisticated simulation tools and collaborate with other engineers to ensure optimal network performance, coverage, and reliability. Their contract status means they are hired for specific projects or periods rather than as permanent staff.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a contract wireless design engineer?
To thrive as a Contract Wireless Design Engineer, you need a strong background in RF engineering, wireless network design, and a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with tools such as Atoll, iBwave, TEMS, and knowledge of LTE/5G standards, along with certifications like CWNA or CCNA Wireless, are typically required. Excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills set top candidates apart. These skills ensure the delivery of robust wireless solutions that meet client specifications and industry standards.
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Apple rating
8.0
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Job description
Come join Apple's growing wireless silicon development team. Our wireless SOC organization is responsible for all aspects of wireless silicon development with a particular emphasis on highly energy efficient design and new technologies that transform the user experience at the product level. All of which is driven by a world-class vertically integrated engineering team, spanning RF/Analog architecture and design, Systems/PHY/MAC architecture and design, VLSI/RTL design and integration, Emulation, Design Verification, Test and Validation and FW/SW engineering.
Description
In this highly visible role, you will be at the center of a silicon design group, with a critical impact on getting innovative and functional products to hundreds of millions of customers quickly. As a Wireless Design Engineer, you will be responsible for RTL design of wireless MAC and its interface with the rest of the wireless SoC. You will interact with the software team, wireless system team, and design verification team to develop the best-in-class wireless MAC IPs that ensure the most advanced features and performance, with optimal power and area trade-off.
Minimum Qualifications
BS and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experience
Proven track record of high performance designs in high volume production for low power applications
Solid background in computer architecture including one or more of the following: Bus fabric, especially APB/AHB/AXI, Memory systems, System debug architecture, Power management with multiple power domains, Encryption/decryption engines, Integer and floating-point numeric units, High-speed data path and control units.
Experience in ASIC design front end flows - Lint, CDC, STA, LEC
Knowledge and experience in MAC layer of wired/wireless communication system preferred
Knowledge of wireless protocols such as Bluetooth, WLAN, or Zigbee preferred
Preferred Qualifications
5+ years of hands-on experience in ASIC design flow
SoC top-level integration experience and system architecture knowledge is a plus
Proficiency in HDL languages, such as Verilog / SystemVerilog
Scripting languages (Shell, Perl, Python) desirable
Ability to work well in a team and be productive under aggressive schedule
Excellent communication skills and self-motivation/organization
Description
In this highly visible role, you will be at the center of a silicon design group, with a critical impact on getting innovative and functional products to hundreds of millions of customers quickly. As a Wireless Design Engineer, you will be responsible for RTL design of wireless MAC and its interface with the rest of the wireless SoC. You will interact with the software team, wireless system team, and design verification team to develop the best-in-class wireless MAC IPs that ensure the most advanced features and performance, with optimal power and area trade-off.
Minimum Qualifications
BS and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experience
Proven track record of high performance designs in high volume production for low power applications
Solid background in computer architecture including one or more of the following: Bus fabric, especially APB/AHB/AXI, Memory systems, System debug architecture, Power management with multiple power domains, Encryption/decryption engines, Integer and floating-point numeric units, High-speed data path and control units.
Experience in ASIC design front end flows - Lint, CDC, STA, LEC
Knowledge and experience in MAC layer of wired/wireless communication system preferred
Knowledge of wireless protocols such as Bluetooth, WLAN, or Zigbee preferred
Preferred Qualifications
5+ years of hands-on experience in ASIC design flow
SoC top-level integration experience and system architecture knowledge is a plus
Proficiency in HDL languages, such as Verilog / SystemVerilog
Scripting languages (Shell, Perl, Python) desirable
Ability to work well in a team and be productive under aggressive schedule
Excellent communication skills and self-motivation/organization
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Imagine what you could do here! At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. Dynamic, intelligent people and inspiring, innovative technologies are the norm here. The people who work here have reinvented entire industries with all Apple Hardware products. The same real passion for innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices strengthening our dedication to leave the world better than we found it.
Industry
Computer and electronic product manufacturing
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Cupertino, CA, US
Year founded
1976