• Job Description

  Req#: 200452529

  Summary

  Would you like to join Apple’s growing wireless silicon development team? Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) space vehicles transmit the power of a lightbulb, they are 13000 miles away, and are moving four kilometers per second. The received signals are commonly one hundred times weaker than cosmic microwave background radiation left over from the Big Bang and arrive next to interfering signals ten billion times stronger, just few MHz away. Our GNSS team is part of Apple's Cellular organization. We are a vertically integrated engineering team spanning RF, mixed signal analog design, systems engineering, design verification, RTL design, firmware and software engineering, test, and validation. Our focus is on highly energy-efficient and robust GNSS receiver design. We develop GNSS technology that touches hundreds of millions of lives, something we are passionate about. We’d like you to consider being a part of our team. As a GNSS RF System Debug Engineer, you will be a crucial member of Apple’s cellular team, driving cellular development for our next-generation wireless products used by millions. Come to Apple and do your life's best work!

  Key Qualifications

  • Hands on experience in RF System level test development, debug, and reporting
  • Strong RF background and familiarity with RF systems fundamentals
  • Working knowledge of RF test equipment (network analyzer, spectrum analyzer, vector signal analyzer, vector signal generator, etc.)
  • Experience in RF system simulation environment (Matlab, SystemVue or Verilog-A)
  • Knowledge in test and script development (Python, PERL, TCL)
  • Solid understanding of RF, PLL, and general wireless systems measurements (i.e. IP3, NF, ACPR, phase noise, lock time, etc.)
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Previous GPS/GNSS experience is a plus
  • BS + 3 years of relevant industry experience is required

  Description

  In this role, you will be part of the GNSS RF System team and perform lab System Level investigations, implement RF standalone calibrations, and run system-level validation/characterization of GNSS SoC IP. Scope of work when collaborating with: RF Architects: • RF System modeling of RF/Analog impairments. • Correlate radio behavioral model to system measurements • Analysis/Verification of radio calibrations (IQ, DCOC, Delay Calibration, IIP2, etc.) • RF system characterization measuring phase noise, sensitivity, and other radio parameters RFIC circuit designers, PHY, PHY FW engineers: • Bench test, debug, and characterization of RF SoC IP including receivers, PLL, amplifiers, ADCs, crystal oscillators, and PMU • Debug of chip level or board level deSense and spur issues • Generation of RF design/verification/test report • Collaborate with System bring-up and integration teams on RF board layout, test interface methodology and programming sequence, and RF calibration programming

  Education & Experience

  BS + 3 years of relevant industry experience is required BS degree in EE or related fields/ M.Sc. degree is preferred

  Additional Requirements

  Pay & Benefits

  • At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $138,900 and $256,500, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
    
    Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.
    
    Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

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