WiFi MAC Design Verification Engineer

Apple Inc

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Work type: On-site
Location: Sunnyvale, CA
Salary: $184,700–$324,800 / yr
Posted: 131 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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TL;DR · WiFi MAC Design Verification Engineer

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The WiFi MAC Design Verification Engineer joins the Wireless Connectivity Silicon team to ensure the quality and reliability of cutting-edge Wi-Fi technology within complex System-on-Chip designs. You will own critical block and sub-system verification for the WIFI MAC, architecting test-benches, defining new verification methodologies, and creating simulation scenarios. Daily tasks include leading regressions, performing coverage analysis, and collaborating with system architects, software, and firmware teams to review specifications. You will utilize SystemVerilog, UVM, and Object-Oriented Programming while leveraging AI-based tools like Claude Code to automate workflows and expedite debugging. The role focuses on the IEEE 802.11 Wireless LAN specification, requiring deep expertise in ASIC design flows to solve complex problems within wireless protocols and fabric protocols for next-generation infrastructure.

Skills

SystemVerilog UVM ASIC Design Verification Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11 OOP Testbench Development Coverage Analysis Claude Code AI Tools Fabric Protocols MAC Verification

What you'll do

Own the verification of critical blocks and sub-systems for the Wi-Fi MAC.
Architect and develop test-benches and environments using innovative verification methodologies.
Use AI-based tools to accelerate verification workflows and automate testbench development.
Create, simulate, and debug complex test scenarios.
Lead regression testing and manage issue tracking throughout the design cycle.
Drive coverage analysis and ensure full coverage closure.
Review specifications and architecture with design and software teams to define verification plans.

What we're looking for

Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of relevant experience.
Advanced knowledge of standard ASIC design and verification flows.
Proven track record in leading verification methodology for clusters, subsystems, or full-chip level designs.
Deep proficiency in OOP, SystemVerilog, and UVM.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to debug complex design issues.
Knowledge of Wireless Connectivity or MAC verification (preferred).
Experience using AI-based tools for verification (preferred).
Highly motivated, ambitious, and eager to collaborate in a fast-paced environment (preferred).