Wireless System Automation and Test Engineer

Apple Inc

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Work type: On-site
Location: San Diego, CA
Salary: $175,000–$308,500 / yr
Posted: 49 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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TL;DR · Wireless System Automation and Test Engineer

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The Wireless System Automation and Test Engineer joins the Wireless Systems Design Validation Team to ensure wireless and PHY systems meet rigorous performance standards. This role involves developing sophisticated automation frameworks and test infrastructure for validating systems across RF and baseband domains throughout the silicon development lifecycle. Key responsibilities include creating equipment drivers, control interfaces, and intelligent test sequences while translating specifications into automated test strategies. The engineer will analyze results to provide actionable insights for next-generation wireless technologies. Required skills include programming in Python, Shell scripting, and C/C++/C# alongside knowledge of WiFi and cellular technologies. Candidates should be proficient with signal analyzers, signal generators, and spectrum analyzers while utilizing tools like Git, CI/CD, and databases to manage traceability and repeatability.

Skills

Python C++ C# Shell Scripting RF Baseband WiFi Cellular CI/CD Git Signal Analyzers Signal Generators Spectrum Analyzers Test Automation MIMO EVM PHY MAC

What you'll do

Develop automation frameworks and test infrastructure for validating wireless and PHY systems.
Execute comprehensive validation and regression testing throughout the silicon development lifecycle.
Translate technical specifications into automated test strategies for RF and baseband domains.
Create equipment drivers, control interfaces, and intelligent test sequences.
Identify validation gaps and drive the resolution of complex system issues.
Analyze test results to provide actionable insights for next-generation wireless systems.
Improve test methodologies to meet rigorous performance standards for power, sensitivity, and MIMO.

What we're looking for

BS degree and a minimum of 10 years of relevant industry experience.
Strong knowledge of wireless communication systems with an emphasis on WiFi.
Strong programming skills in Python, Shell scripting, and/or C/C++/C# for test automation.
Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering (preferred).
Deep understanding of key performance indicators and impairments in RF and baseband domains (preferred).
Hands-on experience testing wireless silicon in laboratory environments (preferred).
Proficiency with RF test equipment including signal analyzers, signal generators, and spectrum analyzers (preferred).
Proven experience developing test automation, equipment drivers, debug tools, and automation infrastructure (preferred).

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