Cellular 4G/5G Firmware Lab Technician

Summary Posted: Oct 12, 2023 Role Number: 200510967 Do you have a passion for invention and self-challenge? Do you thrive with pushing the limits of what’s considered feasible? As part of an outstanding modem team, you’ll craft sophisticated innovative embedded firmware that deliver more performance in our products than ever before! You’ll work across teams to transform improved hardware elements into a single, coordinated design. Join us, and you’ll help us innovate new wireless systems technologies that continually outperform the previous iterations. By collaborating with other product development groups across Apple, you’ll push the industry boundaries of what wireless systems can do and improve the product experience for our customers across the world. Do you want to have an impact on every single Apple product? As a Cellular 4G/5G Firmware Lab Technician, you will be at the center of the embedded 5G/4G/multimode cellular firmware effort within a silicon design group responsible for crafting and productizing groundbreaking cellular SoCs! Key Qualifications Key Qualifications Minimum 3+ years of hands-on experience in wireless verification including setting up in an automated environment. Experience with trouble-shooting computer and computer network related issues. Ability to read and understand electrical engineering drawings, including schematics, layouts and other technical documents. Using basic hand tools, multimeter and other electronic tools. Knowledge of basic electronics and soldering. Strong level of expertise with either Excel or Numbers. Strong organizational skills. Familiar with MacOS and iOS. Familiar with key networking concepts and configurations. Experience with cellular test equipment is a plus. Experience with IT support is a plus. Description Description • Assisting firmware verification engineers and multi-functional teams in lab setup and planning based on given space, power and cooling capabilities. • Setup, manage and maintain test hardware including debugging setup related issues. • Manage and maintain sufficient inventory of key equipment including cables, connectors and adapters. Education & Experience Education & Experience Minimum AA/AS degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering or equivalent technical programs + 3 years. Additional Requirements Additional Requirements Pay & Benefits 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 $35.15 and $61.34/hr, 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.