Wireless PHY Systems Engineer

Apple Inc

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Work type: On-site
Location: San Diego, CA
Salary: $171,600–$302,200 / yr
Posted: 24 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 · Wireless PHY Systems Engineer

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Apple's Wireless SoC team is hiring a senior-level Wireless PHY Systems Engineer to drive end-to-end simulation and algorithm development for Bluetooth, UWB, and emerging wireless protocols. This role involves leading the research, modeling, and simulation of complex wireless systems across the full signal chain, collaborating with cross-functional teams including PHY/algorithm engineers, analog and digital designers, and firmware/software teams. The ideal candidate will apply AI/ML techniques alongside classical signal processing methods to enhance simulation fidelity and system understanding, influencing chip architecture decisions for future Apple products. Required skills include strong proficiency in MATLAB and C/C++, experience with fixed-point design and RTL vector generation, and familiarity with wireless standards such as Bluetooth and UWB. Preferred qualifications include expertise in Python and data science/ML libraries, engagement with industry consortia, and a track record of technical publications or patents.

Skills

MATLAB C/C++ Python NumPy PyTorch scikit-learn High-Level Synthesis (HLS) Bluetooth UWB AI/ML CI/CD RTL FPGA RF lab equipment IEEE 802.15 Bluetooth SIG FiRa Consortium

What you'll do

Lead invention and evaluation of advanced physical-layer algorithms for Bluetooth, UWB, and emerging protocols.
Develop end-to-end simulation frameworks covering propagation channels, RF/antenna behavior, and protocol stacks.
Analyze large volumes of field and simulation data to develop user-friendly visualizations of complex results.
Drive fixed-point design and RTL vector generation for hardware-ready algorithm implementations.
Utilize AI/ML techniques in all aspects of the role, including algorithm optimization and lab bring-up workflows.

What we're looking for

Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of relevant experience in wireless systems.
Strong expertise in complex wireless architectures, including RF, PHY, MAC layers.
Proficient in MATLAB and C/C++ for system modeling and simulation.
Experience with fixed-point design and RTL vector generation.
Familiarity with analog/RF impairments and lab FPGA/silicon bring-up.
Knowledge of Bluetooth, UWB, or other wireless protocols standards.
Demonstrated experience applying AI/ML methods to wireless systems.

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