Wireless PHY Systems Engineer

Apple Inc

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Work type: On-site
Location: San Diego, CA
Salary: $175,000–$308,500 / yr
Posted: 122 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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TL;DR · Wireless PHY Systems Engineer

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The Wireless PHY Systems Engineer joins the Wireless SoC team to drive innovation in modem architecture and physical-layer algorithm research. This role involves leading the research, modeling, and simulation of complex wireless systems across the full signal chain, specifically focusing on Bluetooth and UWB protocol stacks. The engineer will develop end-to-end simulation frameworks for propagation channel models, RF/antenna behavior, and PHY/MAC protocols while translating algorithm research into hardware-ready implementations through fixed-point design and RTL vector generation. Key technical requirements include proficiency in MATLAB, C/C++, and Python, alongside experience with HLS tools and AI/ML methods for signal detection and simulation automation. The role addresses critical challenges in wireless system performance, including managing RF impairments like phase noise and IQ imbalance to enhance the capabilities of next-generation SoC designs and mobile hardware.

Skills

DSP MATLAB C++ Python AI/ML Bluetooth UWB Fixed-point Design RTL HLS FPGA RF PHY MAC NumPy PyTorch scikit-learn CI/CD

What you'll do

Develop and evaluate advanced physical-layer algorithms and DSP techniques for Bluetooth, UWB, and emerging wireless protocols.
Architect end-to-end simulation frameworks covering propagation channel models, RF/antenna behaviors, and PHY/MAC protocol stacks.
Apply AI/ML methods to optimize algorithm design, simulation fidelity, and the analysis of large-scale field data.
Translate research into hardware-ready implementations through fixed-point design, RTL vector generation, and HLS tools.
Process and visualize complex performance metrics including measurement accuracy, system latencies, and protocol performance.
Lead lab bring-up and validation activities including FPGA/silicon testing, calibration, and RF equipment operation.
Represent the team in technical discussions with cross-functional partners and external standards bodies.

What we're looking for

Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of relevant experience.
Master's or Ph.D. in electrical engineering, Digital Communications, or Signal Processing is preferred.
Mastery of complex wireless architectures including RF, PHY, MAC, and higher protocol layers.
Proficiency in MATLAB and C/C++ for system modeling and simulation.
Experience with fixed-point design, RTL vector generation, and High-Level Synthesis (HLS) tools.
Knowledge of wireless standards such as Bluetooth and Ultra-Wideband (UWB).
Experience in lab FPGA/silicon bring-up, PHY/RF/MAC testing, and operation of RF lab equipment.
Ability to apply AI/ML methods for algorithm design, simulation, and data analysis.

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