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Apple RF/mmW Hardware Design Engineer in Sunnyvale, California
RF/mmW Hardware Design Engineer
Sunnyvale,California,United States
Hardware
Do you have a passion for taking on big challenges? Do you love pushing the limits of what’s considered feasible? As part of our Wireless Hardware group, you’ll be responsible for bringing groundbreaking wireless connectivity to the world. On this team, you’ll help improve the performance of our products through innovative system-on-chip designs. You and your team will build platform architecture that paves the way for all-new experiences, including the ones that allow people to take advantage of our innovations in sensor technology. Together, our goal is to ensure nothing stands in the way of our customers’ connections with their devices. Join us and help build world-renowned wireless systems that connect customers to their world like never before. The RF/mmW Hardware Design Engineer will design, develop, and optimize radio frequency hardware circuits and systems for wireless communications devices operating at mmW frequencies. The engineer will be responsible for design and integration of cellular radio platforms, and will be involved from initial concept study to the mass production.
Description
- Collaborate with multi-functional teams to develop and integrate cellular radio platforms into Apple’s products - Implement creative RF designs to realize our wireless product requirements - Contribute to RF/mmW module, board-level, and flex designs up through mmW operating frequencies - Author schematics and drive layout optimizations for RF/mmW modules with extensive EM simulations - Perform RF system lineup analyses to ensure our system designs meet industry and internal standards - Create and maintain RF/electrical specifications for RF components and drive component development - Architect component-level and system-level characterization setups and drive characterization and debug activities in our lab and at our production partner labs - Travel internationally to support prototype hardware builds. Up to 10% travel may be required.
Minimum Qualifications
BSEE and 3+ years of relevant industry experience
Strong knowledge of RF systems principles, RF/mmW hardware design, digital communications, and phased array antenna fundamentals
Experience with schematic, layout, and EM simulation flows with tools such as Capture, Allegro, HFSS, ADS
Experience in defining RF/mmW conducted and radiated characterization and production test plans
Scripting experience in Python for test automation and post-processing
Excellent written and verbal communication and consistent record of working as a great teammate
Key Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
MSEE or Ph.D and 2+ years of relevant industry experience
Expertise in Tx/Rx specification flow down related to linearity and noise
Expertise in IC/package co-design and EM/SIPI simulation flows
Expertise in module packaging technologies, qualification, and ATE
Familiarity with embedded systems and peripheral interfaces
Proficiency in wireless communications standards and wireless technology
Hands on experience with 5GNR FR2 product development
Hands on experience with probe stations for conducted characterization and anechoic chambers for OTA characterization, especially at mmW frequencies
Education & Experience
Additional Requirements
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 $143,100 and $264,200, 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.Learn more (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html) 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.
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