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Wireless Systems Integration Engineer, RF/PHY

Apple

Location

Irvine, CA, San Diego, CA, Sunnyvale, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/5/2026

Compensation

Not listed

PhD Entry-Level
H-1B FY202699.0% approval+30% YoY
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Job description

The Wireless System Engineer at Apple will be part of a dynamic Wireless Connectivity team, focusing on the integration and tuning of physical layer and RF systems for next-generation wireless SoCs. This role involves collaboration across various disciplines to ensure optimal wireless performance in Apple devices. The engineer will work from the pre-silicon stage through to product launch, addressing complex challenges in wireless system design. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to products that enhance the lives of millions of customers.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and a minimum of 10 years of industry experience.
  • Hands-on experience in wireless system design, integration, or bring-up.
  • Strong fundamentals in signal processing, communication theory, and OFDM systems.
  • Preferred advanced degree (MSEE or PhD) with at least 3 years of relevant industry experience.
  • Proficiency in using lab equipment such as spectrum analyzers and signal generators.
  • Experience with programming languages such as Matlab, Python, Shell scripting, or C/C++.

Responsibilities

  • Integrate and tune physical layer and RF systems for wireless SoCs.
  • Collaborate with PHY algorithms, RF design, digital, MAC, and firmware teams.
  • Ensure seamless integration and best-in-class wireless performance.
  • Work on the debugging of wireless PHY and RF systems on SoC platforms.
  • Develop automation infrastructure for traceability and repeatability in testing.

Benefits

  • Employees at Apple are often offered comprehensive benefits that support physical and mental well-being—flexible medical plans, confidential counseling, onsite wellness centers at major campuses, and resources for fitness and daily life. Families typically receive fertility support, paid parental leave with gradual return, caregiving leave, and dependent-care guidance, while financial perks commonly include stock grants (with purchase discounts), 401(k) matching, and income-protection coverage. Employees also see robust time off, Apple University learning and tuition reimbursement, donation matching and paid volunteer hours, and deep product and partner discounts.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Apple Inc

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

1,065

FY2026

Approval rate

99.0%

FY2026

LCA certified

9,221

FY2026

Entry-level share

5.6%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

+30%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-35%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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