Join the Wireless Technologies and Ecosystems organization and drive innovation that matters. As part of the Wireless team you we will be working on building solutions for Wireless technologies. We are looking for a reciprocal individual who can get results and innovation in a high-paced environment. Someone who can extract extraordinary value from a task otherwise seen as seen routine to others. Dynamic, inspiring people and innovative, industry-defining technologies are the norm at Apple. You should join the Apple Modem Test Team if you want to help deliver the next amazing Apple product
Description
You will be hands-on, relying upon diagnostics, analytics, lab/field experimentations as well as code/architecture review to exploit the opportunities for improvement. You will work with platform architecture, standardization, firmware/protocol development, system test & carrier engineering teams to drive improvement proposals and baseband optimizations. Our members enjoy the flexibility to be involved in all aspects of Protocol software - PHY, RF, SIM, NAS, AS, IP, TCP/UDP and iOS interfaces, to ensure the most robust and customer friendly software
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Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelors/Master Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
- Proficient in Perl/Python scripts to automate test suites for IOT for regression test
- Responsible for interoperability functions across cellular infrastructure vendors.
- Oversee all infrastructure vendors and their technical operations;
- Responsible for deep vendor engagement from Roadmap feature alignment required for development tests to planning, execution, reporting and technical alignments with vendors;
- Report to higher management of progress made, issues seen, solutions found and next steps; Design test specifications across 3GPP specifications encompassing radio access technologies like GSM, WCDMA, LTE and 5G (SA and NSA) and core technologies related to EPC and IMS;
- In-depth knowledge of the entire protocol stack needed (PHY, MAC, RLC, PDCP, RRC); Utilize knowledge of PHY to realize the full potential of newly introduced RATs to ensure correct interoperability;
- Perform deep-dives with infrastructure vendors to understand the implementation features with an IOT impact to the device and KPI hits to operators;
- Engage with Software developers in the Org to understand new features and enhancements that we bring into our products including features which may already be in the standard specifications (like 3GPP) or introduced on top of existing framework;
- Run tests and validate existing software architecture and implementation and suggest key changes and upgrades to enhance it further;
- Gauge the Functional and Performance impacts of baseband to various Applications running on our products which is key to great user experience;
- Perform comparative device testing and analysis of a suite of apps against different software builds as well as against different infrastructure network deployment configurations;
- Travel required 20%.
Preferred Qualifications
- You have excellent cross team collaboration skills
- Self-motivated and pro-active, with multi-tasking, creative and critical thinking capabilities
- Build relationships, drive work, and influence outcomes in those areas
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 $135,400 and $250,600, 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.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote 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 .
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