Wireless Systems Researcher

Apple Inc

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Work type: On-site
Location: Austin, TXCupertino, CA
Posted: 56 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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TL;DR · Wireless Systems Researcher

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The Wireless Systems Researcher joins the hardware team to apply RF technology expertise toward user-centered research that informs the design and development of wireless products. This role involves investigating how real-world usage, such as body-worn interference and crowded RF environments, impacts performance and end-user experience. The researcher will design and execute rigorous, statistically sound studies to quantify system performance, identify root causes for shortcomings, and translate technical findings into actionable product decisions. Key responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams like Human Factors and Antenna Design, as well as building novel wireless infrastructure for validation. Required skills include expertise in Bluetooth, WiFi, and UWB technologies; proficiency in R, Python, or MATLAB for data visualization; and experience applying experimental design principles such as hypothesis testing and regression to human-centered or engineering research projects.

Skills

RF Bluetooth WiFi UWB Python R MATLAB Signal Processing Experimental Design LLM Wireless Protocol Simulation Antenna Design

What you'll do

Identify user characteristics and environments that impact wireless connectivity and performance metrics.
Design and execute rigorous, statistically sound studies to quantify end-to-end RF system performance.
Apply experimental design principles like sample size determination and statistical testing to ensure valid findings.
Process, analyze, and visualize data to formulate insights for product decisions and trade-offs.
Communicate technical research results and actionable insights to cross-functional stakeholders.
Design and implement novel wireless infrastructure to advance human engineering product validation.
Root cause potential shortcomings in wireless performance through systematic testing and analysis.

What we're looking for

MS with 3+ years of professional experience or a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering.
Strong background in RF/wireless technologies, data analysis, and human-centered or experimental research.
Experience with RF and wireless connectivity technologies such as Bluetooth, WiFi, and UWB.
Experience applying statistical methods and experimental design principles to human-subjects or engineering research.
Proficiency in data processing and visualization using R, Python, MATLAB, or similar tools.
Experience using AI/LLM tools to accelerate research workflows or data analysis.
Ability to travel within the USA.
Preferred experience with wearable devices, signal processing, and wireless protocol simulation.