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Apple Product RF Design Engineer / Wireless Systems Engineer in Cupertino, California
Product RF Design Engineer / Wireless Systems Engineer
Cupertino,California,United States
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At Apple, you will have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to deliver outstanding performance for wireless products. As a Product RF Design team member, you will be at the forefront of wireless technology as we push the boundaries of achievable wireless performance for innovative products. You will become part of a hands-on product development team that shapes and influences current and future generations of Apple products. We’re looking for dedicated and motivated engineers with sound fundamentals in one or more areas of RF/wireless and electromagnetic theory, antenna design, system integration & wireless communications.
Description
Product RF Design Engineers should have a broad-based knowledge of RF architecture, design, integration, and manufacturing. They have deep theoretical and practical knowledge in one or more areas of electromagnetic theory, RF and Wireless circuit design, communication theory, and product design trade-offs. They use electromagnetic and system simulation, hands-on prototyping, test, and measurement to understand complex system and sub-system interactions, implications for product-level design, and manufacturing trade-offs to enable mass production. Product RF Design Engineers apply their expertise in all aspects of product design, from concept, architecture definition, integration, and prototyping to final production. They work closely with wireless and software architects, industrial designers, and product designers to guide and sculpt the product design with an eye toward optimizing RF/Wireless functionality for the user. Traveling up to 15% of the time may be required to visit overseas manufacturing facilities to support builds from the prototype phase to mass production. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Antenna design from architecture to mass production - Wireless integration is optimization both with RF as an aggressor and as a victim - Managing the prototype builds, testing, KPIs, FA, to ensure the product is ready for mass production - Work with cross-functional teams to design and deliver Apple products with outstanding wireless performance
Minimum Qualifications
Excellent interpersonal skills
Bachelor’s Degree in EE or Equivalent education
Coursework or experience in antenna/RF design, wireless communications, EM, or circuits
Knowledge of electromagnetic simulation tools.
Key Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s or above degree in Electrical Engineering with Electro-magnetics or RF emphasis or work experience in the Wireless domain of 5 Years
Hands-on experience with RF lab instrumentation
Ability to debug Desense issues and characterize noise sources
Experience with the production environment and statistical analysis
Knowledge of EM or RF Hardware or antenna design
Knowledge of integration of wireless technologies such as cellular, GPS, WiFi, and NFC into products
Knowledge of RF schematic and PCB layout practices and guidelines
Education & Experience
Additional Requirements
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.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 (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html) 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.
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