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5G/4G RF Firmware Integration Specialist

2 months ago


San Diego, California, United States Apple Full time

Position Overview:

Role Number:

As a pivotal member of a cutting-edge modem team, you will develop advanced embedded firmware that enhances the performance of our products significantly.

Your role will involve collaboration across various disciplines to integrate improved hardware components into a cohesive design.

In this capacity, you will contribute to the innovation of new wireless systems technologies that consistently exceed previous benchmarks. By working alongside other product development teams within Apple, you will help redefine the capabilities of wireless systems and elevate the user experience for customers globally.


As a Wireless RF Firmware Validation Engineer within the physical layer and RF validation team, you will play a crucial role in the embedded 5G/4G/multimode cellular firmware initiatives within a silicon design group dedicated to creating and commercializing groundbreaking cellular SoCs.


This role requires an individual who is adept in all facets of RF Integration and validation, thrives in a dynamic multi-functional environment, engages in open discussions about ideas, and is adaptable to shifting requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Be an essential part of the RF Integration and triage team, ensuring high-quality tracking of RF software performance for each release.


  • Conduct issue triage and debugging for all RF functional challenges.
  • Automate and implement RF test cases, logging results on Continuous Integration systems.
  • Define, design, and develop signaling mode test coverage for all new features aligned with R17 & R18 3GPP standards.
  • Collaborate with various testing teams, including product and compliance tests, to ensure optimal coverage and efficient delivery.
  • Engage with diverse testing systems from multiple test equipment vendors.
  • Work with cross-functional teams including Firmware, Cellular/RF systems, and hardware designers to create comprehensive end-to-end feature testing mechanisms.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree and over 10 years of relevant industry experience.

- Proficient knowledge of mobile communications, particularly in 4G/5G 3GPP protocols, as well as physical layer and radio testing aspects.

- Experience with RF test metrics for cellular modems and 3GPP RF test case development across 2G/3G/4G/5G.

- Familiarity with test automation and Continuous Integration setup.

- Strong command of scripting languages, particularly Python.
- Ability to triage and debug embedded software systems is advantageous.
- Understanding of communication theory, wireless standards, radio architecture, and interfaces.
Additional Information:

Apple is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We take affirmative action to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Apple will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Compensation & Benefits:
At Apple, base pay is one component of our total compensation package and is determined within a specified range. This allows for growth as you advance in your role.

The base pay range for this position is between $166,600 and $296,300, depending on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become shareholders through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs.

Employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards and can purchase Apple stock at a discount through the Employee Stock Purchase Plan.


Benefits include:

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, discounts on products and services, and reimbursement for certain educational expenses related to career advancement at Apple.

Additionally, this role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation assistance. Learn more about Apple Benefits.

Note:

Apple’s benefits, 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 dedicated 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.

Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.