Cellular RFIC Transceiver Validation Engineer

Apple Cellular RFIC Transceiver Validation Engineer

Join Apple's growing cellular wireless design team and help push the boundaries of what's possible in RF integration. Our team drives all aspects of cellular transceiver silicon development, with a focus on highly integrated, efficient designs that transform the user experience at the product level. As a Cellular RFIC Transceiver Validation Engineer, you'll play a critical role in validating RF cellular transceiver SoCs operating at advanced technology nodes. Collaborating closely with RFIC circuit designers and system integration engineers, you'll ensure our cellular systems deliver exceptional performance that powers billions of connections worldwide.

As an RFIC Validation Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing test strategies, developing validation frameworks, and ensuring cellular SoCs meet rigorous design specifications. Your work will include:

• Interpreting design specifications and schematics to develop comprehensive test plans
• Using specialized test platforms and automation frameworks to validate RFIC performance
• Developing and maintaining test scripts in Python, MATLAB, or C++ to work seamlessly with embedded firmware
• Characterizing and optimizing RF performance across diverse operating conditions
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive silicon bring-up, debug issues, and ensure product quality
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of validation methodologies and tools

This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology that directly impacts the connectivity experience for Apple customers around the world.

Minimum Qualifications:

• MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong verification, problem-solving, and debugging skills with a track record of identifying and resolving complex issues
• Hands-on experience bringing up and testing RFICs, including system integration, characterization, and optimization
• Proficiency in end-to-end RF measurements and block-level characterization (LNAs, Mixers, Amplifiers, PLLs, VCOs, high-performance ADCs, and DACs etc)
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams (IC Design, RF Systems, Firmware, and Hardware)
• Experience with bench automation and scripting languages such as Python or similar programming languages
• Familiarity with lab equipment including spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators, phase noise analyzers, oscilloscopes, and DMMs etc
• Understanding of board schematics and layout; experience defining hardware board requirements for lab validation
• Experience with Digital Signal Processing verification
• Experience supporting ATE engineers and mass production

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 $120,300 and $181,200, 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.

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.