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Apple Wireless Systems Engineer - Modem 6G R&D United States, California, Sunnyvale 57911955
01.06.2024
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Description
- You will first work on cellular modem development and bring up activities. - Subsequently, you will transition to research and design of next generation (6G) wireless communication systems for radio access networks with emphasis on the PHY/MAC/L2/L3 layers - Contribute to link-level and system simulator modelling and framework design. - Take a top-down approach towards system design starting from a use case of relevance to Apple products, defining a problem statement and arriving at groundbreaking innovative solutions - Participate in industry/academic forums focused on 6G technology - Assess the benefit of different proposals to solving a problem - Define and provide vital systems engineering support towards rapid prototyping platform development in the form of system requirements and system design documents - Contribute to future 3GPP RAN work items on 6G technology
Key Qualifications
- Deep knowledge of communication system theory and wireless systems.
- Highly qualified modem systems engineer.
- Strong familiarity with baseband firmware and hardware development including sub-component and component verification.
- Prior experience in bringing up modems and solving critical issues as part of daily bring up.
- Proven understanding of physical layer waveform design, channel coding and PHY/MAC procedures.
- Strong knowledge of multi-antenna techniques and procedures such as Massive MIMO, mmWave Beamforming and Beam Acquisition, mmWave mesh networks.
- Solid understanding of current cellular or Wi-Fi communication standards: eg. 5G (NR), 4G (LTE), IEEE 802.11ax, IEEE 802.11ax/ay/az/be.
- Demonstrate clarity of thought and strong analytical and problem-solving skills (probability, digital signal processing, linear algebra, random processes, detection and estimation.)
- Shown track-record of innovation in the area of wireless system design.
- Experience in object-oriented programming and wireless system simulator design and implementation.
- Proven understanding of AI/ML.
- Familiarity with low power design for smartphones and wearables.
- Familiarity with wireless system optimization for augmented reality, virtual reality and automotive applications.
- Familiarity with positioning and ranging based services and solutions.
- Familiarity with sensing technologies such as FMCW radar.
- Solid base of machine learning concepts and ability to apply them towards solving problems in sensing and radio access networks.
- Prior experience attending and contributing to 3GPP RAN working groups.
- Experience with Matlab, C/C++ and/or Python for algorithm development, modeling (floating-point and fixed-point) and link-level simulation.
- Understanding of mmWave antenna array design and RF system design of pioneering mmWave transceivers is a huge plus.
- Ability to work well both independently and within a team.
Education & Experience
BS and 3+ years of relevant 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 $138,900 and $256,500, 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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