Wireless/RF Systems Engineer - Multi-radio Coexistence

Company: Apple
Company: Apple
Location: Santa Clara Valley (Cupertino), California, United States
Department: Hardware
Posted on: 2023-10-30 01:26
Summary Posted: Jun 13, 2023 Role Number: 200448149 At Apple, we work every single day to craft products that enrich people’s lives! Do you love working on challenges that no one has solved yet? As a member of our dynamic group, you will have the unique and rewarding opportunity to shape upcoming products that will delight and inspire millions of Apple’s customers every day! Our RF Systems Engineering team is looking for a passionate, self-motivated individual to work on overall system performance of multi-radio coexistence for various wireless technologies (Cellular, Wi-Fi, BT, GPS, NFC, etc.). Key Qualifications Key Qualifications Hands-on experience with two or more Cellular, GPS, Bluetooth / Thread, Wi-Fi, NFC, UWB radios; or one radio with both conducted and radiated experience Hands-on experience in system level debug, optimization and mitigation strategies on at least one of: conducted, radiated multi-radio coexistence, radiated emission or radiated desense Experience of wireless architecture design for simultaneous multi-radio operation requiring filtering, linearity requirements and mitigation strategies Demonstrated knowledge of RF hardware and system design considerations of system-level grounding, shielding, isolation, and electromagnetic interference mitigation Proven understanding on RF link budget, Rx gain line-up, Rx AGC operation and optimization techniques in the presence of different jammer conditions Hands-on experience in system level debug and making experimental modifications to intricate hardware on small form factor consumer electronics including wearables, phones, and pads Excellent understanding of RF component characteristic and have experience using lab equipment including spectrum analyzer, network analyzer, signal generator, oscilloscope, and/or packet sniffer Knowledge of MAC/PHY and throughput performance Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 20% Description Description You will be responsible for wireless systems aspects of wireless multi-radio coexistence performance in consumer products, including: - Performing feasibility investigation on new technologies, RF features, test methodologies, components, strategies and processes working with cross-functional partners, component vendors and technology suppliers - Proposing design and process changes for sophisticated multi-radio coexistence issues considering trade-offs and implementation constraints - Collaborating on developing system mitigations that optimizes product performance across hardware, firmware, software and algorithms - Defining test plans and methodologies to meet multi-radio coexistence performance requirements aligned cross-functionally - Defining sophisticated experiments using modified development hardware, experimental setups, circuit and system-level simulations to understand risk areas and root cause issues - Translating system level requirements to sub-system, module, component and chipset level requirements working with chipset and system partners - Working closely with RF hardware engineers and RF test engineers, tracking validation progress, bringing insight into data, and presenting to senior management - Influencing multi-radio coexistence product integration decisions Education & Experience Education & Experience BS with 10+ years relevant experience required. MS/PHD preferred. 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 $170,700 and $300,200, 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.
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