As a Wireless Systems Engineer at Apple, you will join the Product RF Design team as a senior-level engineer, contributing to cutting-edge wireless technology in innovative products. Your daily responsibilities include leveraging electromagnetic theory, RF/wireless circuit design, and communication theory to optimize product performance from concept through mass production. You will use simulation tools, prototyping, and test equipment to understand complex system interactions and guide manufacturing trade-offs. The role requires expertise in antenna design, RF measurement, and integration of wireless technologies such as cellular, GPS, Wi-Fi, and NFC into products. Proficiency in RF schematic and PCB layout practices, hands-on experience with lab instrumentation, and the ability to debug desense issues are essential. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on large-scale projects that impact millions of users worldwide.
Design and simulate antenna systems to optimize wireless functionality in Apple products.
Integrate cellular, GPS, Wi-Fi, and NFC technologies into product designs efficiently.
Use electromagnetic and system simulation tools to analyze complex interactions in RF/wireless systems.
Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure seamless transition from prototype to mass production.
Conduct RF measurements and debug desense issues to improve product performance.
What we're looking for
BSEE or equivalent education required.
Experience in antenna design including simulation and mockup skills.
Proficiency in RF measurement and desense analysis.
Knowledge of electromagnetic theory and wireless communication principles.
Hands-on experience with RF lab instrumentation and debugging noise issues.
Ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams and geographical locations.
Market check
Salary context
This
$139,500–$258,100
range sits above
83%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$119,960–$193,900
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$129,575–$187,025
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 240 comparable postings.*
* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.
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
43 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$147,400–$272,100
across 35 roles with salary data.
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