RF Hardware Engineer - Multi-Radio Coexistence
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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 (e.g., Cellular, Wi-Fi, BT, GPS, NFC).
Description
You will be responsible for assessing multi-radio coexistence performance across Apple's wireless ecosystem. This role involves hands-on hardware engineering, cross-functional collaboration, and data-driven validation to ensure seamless coexistence across a diverse range of radio technologies. You will work closely with RF Test Engineers, chipset teams, and cross-functional partners to identify, debug, and resolve coexistence challenges - from early design stages through final product release.","responsibilities":"Performing HW failure analysis at the RF/wireless system level to identify low-margin or failing behaviors, leveraging hands-on experimental hardware modifications.
Proposing design and process changes to address multi-radio coexistence issues, considering design constraints and aligning with cross-functional partners on trade-offs and implementation paths.
Reviewing designs and signing off on releases of PCB layouts, flex layouts, system-level grounding, shielding, and related components.
Executing validation and characterization test plans to meet multi-radio coexistence performance targets.
Tracking validation status, analyzing results, and communicating actionable insights from data.
Evaluating multi-functional change requests, updating characterization plans as needed, and surfacing any emerging issues.
Collaborating with RF Test Engineers on device bring-up, test setups, and test procedures for multi-radio coexistence validation.
Performing experiments using hardware mock-ups, system prototypes, and experimental setups.
Partnering with cross-functional teams on circuit-level and system-level simulations to identify risk areas and drive root cause analysis.
Designing performance-based test setups and benchmarks to evaluate multi-radio coexistence across a range of coexistence scenarios.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in electrical engineering.
Experience with at least one radio technology: Cellular, GPS, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Thread, NFC, or UWB.
Knowledge of RF component characteristics and proficiency with lab equipment including spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators, and oscilloscopes.
Knowledge of wireless architectures including front-end design, antenna sharing, and link budget line-up.
Proven understanding of RF hardware and best practices for system-level grounding, shielding, isolation, and electromagnetic interference mitigation.
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Experience performing hands-on disassembly and system-level debug at the module, reference board, or system level.
Experience debugging and optimizing conducted or radiated radio systems.
Solid understanding of fundamental antenna theory.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 20%.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree.
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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 $126,800 and $220,900, 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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