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Apple Wireless Firmware Engineer United States, California, San Diego 547401205
06.06.2024
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Description
- Deep understanding of components/modules within wireless communication systems and the corresponding calibration and impairment reduction techniques- Develop methods/algorithms to alleviate hardware induced impairments by calibration, cancellation and other applicable techniques- PHY firmware architecture and design, including calibrations, real-time processing flows, collaboration with RF hardware, microcode, and MAC layer.- Develop highly efficient designs delivering outstanding performance, optimizing power and memory footprints while meeting hard-realtime latency requirements.- Debug real-time systems with limited visibility, working hands-on with development boards and lab equipment.- Collaborate with Radio, MAC, and Systems engineering teams to architect, define and implement innovative algorithms, calibrations, and protocols.- Support pre-silicon validation efforts, including simulation, emulation, and FPGA prototyping.- Develop SoC test and calibration capabilities for chip, module, and product factories.- Support post-silicon bringup, validation, performance characterization, system integration and debugging.- Repeatedly measure and optimize results using various test harnesses- Automate calibration and verification processes
Key Qualifications
- We are looking for an extensive technical background in one or more of the following:
- Hands-on experience and working knowledge of wireless systems and protocols such as LTE/NR/WiFi/Bluetooth
- Excellent problem-solving skills to address technical issues during design, development and maintenance phases.
- Strong embedded SW fundamentals, including knowledge of design and development-flows, real-time constraints, concurrency, multi-processor systems, caching and virtual memory.
- Deep understanding of data structures, object-oriented design, and system architecture in an embedded environment.
- Strong software engineering skills including design, development (using C, C++), scripting (Python), and debugging.
- Familiarity with low-level hardware interfaces, register and interrupt programming, bare-metal software development, clock and power management.
- Experience with configuration (GIT, Perforce) and release management, continuous integration, unit and regression testing.
- Strong understanding of design strategies for maintainability, scalability, and code reuse.
- Excellent communication skills – both written and oral.
- Highly organized, motivated and passionate about driving results.
Education & Experience
BS + 10 years of 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 and $284,900, 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.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure 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.
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