Wi-Fi System Design and Integration Engineer
At a glance
AI generatedTL;DR
As a senior Wi-Fi System Design and Integration Engineer at Apple, you will join the Wi-Fi Connectivity team to develop cutting-edge solutions that enhance wireless performance and efficiency. Your daily tasks include analyzing protocol features, devising integration strategies for new standards like Wi-Fi 8 and beyond, validating improvements through simulations, and estimating costs. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams including architecture, RF/analog, digital design, firmware, software engineering, and validation to drive proof-of-concept projects from prototype to product optimization. Essential skills include expertise in IEEE 802.11 standards, wireless communication theory, performance modeling tools like NS3, and the ability to articulate technical benefits to diverse audiences. This role demands a deep understanding of Wi-Fi system architectures and hands-on experience with complex trade-offs between performance, power, and cost.
Skills
What you'll do
- Conceive solutions to maximize Wi-Fi system performance and resource efficiency.
- Analyze protocol features to identify integration strategies for high-leverage features.
- Quantify solution benefits and costs, translating technical capabilities into user impact.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams from prototype through product optimization phases.
- Author detailed engineering specifications with clear acceptance criteria and performance targets.
What we're looking for
- 7+ years hands-on experience in Wi-Fi/IEEE 802.11 system design and architecture.
- Strong understanding of 802.11 standards, focusing on MAC and PHY layer features.
- Proficiency in performance analysis tools such as NS3 or equivalent simulation software.
- Experience analyzing trade-offs between performance, power consumption, complexity, cost, and multi-radio coexistence issues.
- Solid foundation in wireless communication theory, signal processing, and performance modeling.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects across multiple engineering disciplines.
Employer
About Apple Inc
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
Apple Inc currently has 255 open roles on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs $171,600–$272,100 across 182 roles with salary data.
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