SIPI - RF Integrity Engineer

Apple Inc

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Work type: On-site
Location: San Francisco, CA
Salary: $126,800–$220,900 / yr
Posted: 36 days ago

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Apple Inc. is a multinational technology company known for designing and manufacturing consumer electronics, software, and online services, including the iPhone, Mac, iPad, and App Store. Industry: Consumer Electronics & Software

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TL;DR · SIPI - RF Integrity Engineer

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As an RF Integrity Engineer at our cutting-edge hardware team, you will work on solving complex crosstalk and coexistence issues in highly integrated systems, spanning from silicon to final product stages. You will use advanced EM/Circuit simulation tools and conduct hands-on lab validations to ensure flawless performance across ICs, packages, and boards. Your responsibilities include optimizing designs for coupling mitigation, applying RF/PDN modeling methodologies, executing SI/PI analysis, and collaborating with IC, package, and product teams to resolve issues in both simulations and real-world settings. Ideal candidates have a strong background in electromagnetic theory, RF/Analog circuit design, Signal and Power Integrity, and communication theory, along with experience using 2D/3D EM simulation tools and high-speed signal or optics/photonics design. This role demands expertise in navigating interdisciplinary challenges and mastering new technologies to innovate in the fast-paced world of wireless devices.

Skills

EM_simulation Circuit_design Signal_Integrity Power_Integrity RF_Modeling IC_Design_Simulation VNA Signal_Generators Spectrum_Analyzers Oscilloscopes 2D_EM_Simulation 3D_EM_Simulation RF_System_Modeling Link_Budgeting

What you'll do

Tackle complex problems at the intersection of EM models and active/passive circuits.
Optimize IC, package, and board designs using advanced 2D/3D EM simulation techniques.
Apply RF/PDN modeling methodologies to ensure accurate correlation with real-world measurements.
Conduct critical SI and PI analysis across both RF and digital systems for robust performance.
Validate theories in state-of-the-art labs using VNAs, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and oscilloscopes.

What we're looking for

Extensive knowledge in electromagnetic theory, RF/Analog circuit design, and communication theory.
Proficiency in advanced 2D/3D EM simulation tools and IC design flow.
Hands-on experience with RF module/board development and debugging.
Expertise in Signal Integrity (SI) and Power Integrity (PI) analysis for both RF and digital systems.
Ability to execute critical system-level analysis and validation using state-of-the-art lab equipment.

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