Cellular RF Receiver Algorithms Systems Engineer

Contribute to the entire product lifecycle, from initial architectural concept and algorithm definition until silicon validation and mass production.

Collaborate with RF circuit design teams to understand RF impairments, configuration and dynamic requirements.

Develop innovative concepts and algorithms to effectively control receiver components, calibrate, and compensate for RF impairments to ensure optimal system performance.

Conduct conceptual work on novel digital signal processing (DSP) algorithms, including advanced multi-rate digital filter structures, to achieve efficient signal line-up at optimized power consumption and minimal area.

Run simulations (e.g., MATLAB, Python, C++) for performance analysis.

Lead the hardware and software partitioning within the transceiver/modem topology, optimizing the architecture for efficiency.

Author detailed specifications and build reference models for hardware and software implementation teams.

Collaborate with baseband system engineering teams on system requirements, optimal system partitioning and complex modem use cases.

Preferred Qualifications

Expertise in microcontroller architectures used for real time operation and how to program them.

Proficiency in AI/ML native applications, with experience utilizing tools such as TensorFlow or PyTorch.

Familiarity with RFIC design, layout considerations, and semiconductor processes.

Knowledge of cellular modem architectures including their associated concepts and algorithms.

PhD degree with 3+ years of industry experience in RF, focus on cellular receiver architectures.

Proficiency in mathematical modeling and analysis, with the ability to build abstract system models leveraging control theory for understanding and designing control and closed-loop feedback systems, optimization theory for multi-objective trade-space analysis and statistical methods for performance modeling under uncertainty.

Minimum Qualifications

BS and 10+ years of relevant industry experience.

Understanding of Cellular Radio/3GPP Standards (UMTS, LTE, 5G NR FR1/2) and familiarity with emerging 6G research directions.

Proven knowledge of RF receiver architectures from antenna to analog/digital base band processing including a comprehensive understanding of RF circuit impairments and their impact on system performance.

Deep understanding of cellular system use cases and RF/baseband interactions and procedures.

System Engineering experience with a deep background in DSP for wireless communication systems. Experience in refining from abstract definition towards bit true reference models.

Proficiency in hardware/software co-design and a comprehensive grasp of the trade-offs inherent in digital hardware and software/firmware implementations.

Expert-level proficiency in Python or C++ is required.

Experience applying Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Machine Learning (ML) to improve multi-objective optimizations and accelerate engineering workflows.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a global, multi-disciplinary team.

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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 $181,100 and $318,400, 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.

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Client-provided location(s): Sunnyvale, CA

Job ID: apple-200656448-3956_rxr-663

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2026-04-14T19:36:17