RF Systems Architect - Control Algorithms

Apple Inc

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Work type: On-site
Location: Waltham, MA
Salary: $114,100–$199,000 / yr
Posted: 57 days ago
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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TL;DR · RF Systems Architect - Control Algorithms

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As an RF Systems Architect at Apple, you will join the Cellular RF Systems Engineering team as a senior engineer tasked with designing intelligent control algorithms for RF Front-End hardware. Your daily work involves translating complex 5G and 6G use cases into optimized control strategies that enhance performance while managing power consumption and thermal constraints. You will collaborate closely with various engineering teams to develop system architecture specifications, optimize multi-SIM functionalities, and validate designs through rigorous simulation. Essential skills include a deep understanding of RF Front-End architectures, proficiency in Python, MATLAB, or C/C++, and the ability to analyze intricate trade-offs between hardware components like PAs, LNAs, filters, and switches. This role demands expertise in 5G NR and LTE-Advanced physical layer procedures, making it ideal for those passionate about cutting-edge cellular communication technologies.

Skills

Python MATLAB C C++ 5G NR LTE-Advanced MIMO SRS Carrier Aggregation RF Front-End Architectures PAs LNAs RF Filters Machine Learning AI Analog Signal Processing Digital Signal Processing

What you'll do

Analyze complex cellular radio use cases and specify RF hardware control algorithms.
Develop strategies to maximize RF performance and hardware utilization in multi-SIM scenarios.
Author system architecture specifications for design, implementation, and validation teams.
Validate system architectures through rigorous simulation and automated requirements analysis.
Collaborate with baseband, SoC, RF firmware, and RF hardware teams to drive end-to-end performance.

What we're looking for

BSEE degree required
Deep understanding of 5G NR and LTE-Advanced physical layer procedures, including MIMO, SRS, carrier aggregation
Strong knowledge of RF Front-End architectures and component impacts (PAs, LNAs, filters, switches)
Proven experience developing control algorithms or system-level models for complex hardware systems
Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, or C/C++ for data analysis and algorithm development
Ability to analyze complex trade-offs between performance metrics like routing flexibility, insertion loss, throughput, battery life
Strong communication skills with proven ability to collaborate across diverse engineering teams

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