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Apple Cellular 4G/5G Firmware RF Verification Engineer 
United States, California, San Diego 
267833997

Yesterday
Key Qualifications
  • Minimum BS and 10+ years of relevant industry experience
  • Strong RF background and familiarity with RF systems fundamentals as well as hands-on experience with RF test equipment (network analyzer, spectrum analyzer, vector signal analyzer, vector signal generator, etc.)
  • Validated understanding on RF, PLL, and general wireless systems measurements (i.e. ACLR, ACPR, EVM, phase noise, lock time, etc.)
  • Experience in cellular RF system development / RF SW verification
  • Ability to work multi-functionally with different teams to define & implement RF verification test plan that will help achieve the outstanding modem targets
  • Knowledge of RF transceiver and RF front end components controlling for 4G/5G radio as well as understanding of RF calibrations for compensating RF impairments
  • Shown track-record of innovation and hands-on experience in RF measurement setup and test methodology
  • Strong understanding of automation tools and scripting languages such as Python, C/C++, Java (a plus)
  • Strong proven understanding of multiple 4G/5G signaling and physical layer test equipment along with their automation interfaces
  • Experience with network emulators, silicon prototyping, emulation systems, and virtual platforms will be an added plus
Description
Work closely with the product teams, implement and complete RF test plan according to cellular modem RF SW requirementsStudy and analysis of post-Silicon RF measurement data and test results to debug issues and identify potential optimization opportunities Design, setup and maintain RF test platforms including integration & bring up DUT Active participation in modem RF measurement, solving and optimization Work with system engineers and FW developers to understand the details of system design, modem architecture and FW implementation to supply to RF optimization, issue triaging & debugging
Education & Experience
Minimum BS and 10+ years of relevant industry experience
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 $161,700.00 and $284,900.00, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.