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Freelance Wireless Design Engineer Jobs in Maynard, MA

... design. The candidate will work proactively with other multi-functional engineering groups ... This team is responsible for the digital and power management domain of all wireless chipset in ...

... design. The candidate will work proactively with other multi-functional engineering groups ... This team is responsible for the digital and power management domain of all wireless chipset in ...

... design. The candidate will work proactively with other multi-functional engineering groups ... This team is responsible for the digital and power management domain of all wireless chipset in ...

... design. The candidate will work proactively with other multi-functional engineering groups ... This team is responsible for the digital and power management domain of all wireless chipset in ...

Staff RFIC Design Engineer

Chelmsford, MA · On-site +1

$144K - $187K/yr

Switch/LNA/RF IC Design Engineer, the design of GaAs/SOI/SiGe/CMOS based switch and LNA or RFIC ... wireless communications. It starts with our employees. As a unified global team, we bring a ...

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How much do freelance wireless design engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance wireless design engineer in Maynard, MA is $50.43, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.67 and $65.29 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Wireless Design Engineer vs Wireless Systems Engineer?

AspectFreelance Wireless Design EngineerWireless Systems Engineer
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in electrical engineering or related field, certifications like CWNE are a plusRequires a degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related, with certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentIndependent, project-based, often remote or on-site at client locationsFull-time, in-house or corporate office, or on-site at client sites
Employer & Industry UsageFreelance consultants working across various industries like telecom, IoT, and enterpriseEmployers include telecom companies, network providers, and large enterprises

While both roles involve wireless technology, a Freelance Wireless Design Engineer typically works independently on specific projects, focusing on designing wireless systems for diverse clients. In contrast, a Wireless Systems Engineer is usually employed full-time within an organization, managing and optimizing wireless networks internally or for clients. The key differences lie in work setting, employment status, and project scope.

Wireless Design Verification Engineer

Apple Inc.

Waltham, MA • On-site

$184.70 - $324.80/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Retirement

Posted 16 days ago


Apple rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 677 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

7th of 30 rated technology retailers


Job description

San Francisco Bay Area, California, United States Hardware

Would you like to 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, Design Verification, Emulation, 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 delivering world-class silicon to empower wireless products for hundreds of millions of customers. 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 methodologists, designers, and communication systems engineers to develop reusable test bench and verification environment deploying the latest methodology with metric-driven verification, ensuring the highest design quality.

Responsibilities
  • Work closely with the system and design teams to review and understand the MAC subsystem microarchitecture, and create verification plan from specification, review and refine to achieve coverage targets.
  • Build block/subsystem level test benches, create UVM libraries, using the best-in-class DV methodology. Architect test benches with maximum reusability in mind.
  • Develop and execute both directed and constrained random tests, debug failures, manage bug tracking, and work with designers to drive closure of issues found.
  • Create and analyze block/subsystem-level coverage models, and add test cases to increase coverage.
  • Use machine learning and AI technologies to identify design and test bench issues and ensure DV quality.
  • Support MAC subsystem validation using Palladium and/or FPGA.
  • Work with team members to improve DV methodology and flow.
Minimum Qualifications
  • BS and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experience.
Preferred Qualifications
  • 7+ years of verification experience of wireless/wired communication block/subsystem.
  • Advanced knowledge of Verilog, SystemVerilog, UVM, and SystemVerilog Assertion.
  • Knowledge and experience of ASIC verification flows including test bench development, constrained random testing, and code/functional coverage.
  • Verification experience of one or more of the following: MAC, PHY, DMA, timer, AMBA bus and fabric, encryption/decryption engine.
  • Verification experience of wireless/wired communication block/subsystem.
  • Knowledge of wireless protocols such as Bluetooth, UWB, WLAN, or Zigbee.
  • Proficient in shell and Python scripting, Perl scripting.
  • Experience of using AI technologies in data mining/analysis.
  • Experience of Palladium/FPGA validation.
  • Should be a team player with excellent communication skills, self-motivated and well organized.
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 $184,700 and $324,800, 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.

Equal Opportunity

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.

Accessibility

At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong.

Learn about accessibility in Apple’s workplace.

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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