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The Apple ecosystem harnesses multiple wireless technologies to deliver an unparalleled user experience. The Wireless Connectivity Silicon (WCS) team spearheads the development of complex System-on-Chip (SoCs) like the N1 family, enabling this experience in both current and future Apple products. By leveraging cutting-edge processes, tools, workflows, unique proprietary features, and advanced architecture, the team strives to provide the best wireless connectivity solutions. The WCS organization anticipates substantial growth to meet the diverse silicon tape-outs for various product lines at Apple in the coming years. This presents significant growth opportunities for building new infrastructure. If you're passionate about wireless technologies, eager to work on next-generation infrastructure, and committed to continuous learning, this is the ideal place for you.

Description

As a Wireless MAC Design Verification Engineer, you'll be instrumental in our WCS group's verification initiatives, ensuring that our products incorporate cutting-edge Wi-Fi technology while maintaining high quality and reliability. We're looking for candidates with hands-on experience in the entire ASIC design verification cycle, preferably with expertise in reusable verification methodologies like UVM or similar. This position offers excellent opportunities to deepen your knowledge of Wi-Fi protocols, complex IP and subsystems, and fabric protocols. You'll also be collaborating closely with system architects, design, software, and firmware teams. The ideal candidate will excel in detailed test planning, adapt to evolving requirements, build test bench infrastructure, perform regressions, close coverage, and leverage various AI tools to streamline DV processes and expedite debugging. Prior knowledge of wireless domain or MAC verification is a plus. If you're passionate about contributing to products that have a global impact and want to advance your technical expertise, we'd love to hear from you.","responsibilities":"Own critical block and sub-system verification of WIFI MAC.

Architect and develop test-benches, environments and define new verification methodologies in most innovative environment.

Leverage AI-based tools (such as Claude Code) to accelerate verification workflows, automate testbench development, and enhance productivity.

Learn new most advanced protocols related to IEEE 802.11 Wireless LAN specification.

Create, simulate and debug test scenarios.

Lead regressions and issue tracking.

Collaborate with Design, Systems, SW engineering teams to review specifications and architecture, extract features, and define verification plans.

Drive coverage analysis and closure.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of Wireless Connectivity or MAC verification.

Advanced knowledge of System Verilog and the UVM methodology.

Experience using AI-based tools for verification (e.g., Claude Code or similar) to improve efficiency and automation.

Team player with excellent communication skills and the desire to take on diverse challenges.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors in EE or related field.

Knowledge of standard ASIC design and verification flows, simulation and testbench development.

Skills with constrained random testing, coverage closure, gate level simulations.

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 $129,300 and $225,300, 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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Industry: Technology

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