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Wireless Systems Validation Engineer

Apple

Location

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

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/5/2026

Compensation

Not listed

Master's with 2+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202699.0% approval+30% YoY
👑 Elite sponsor

Job description

This role is part of the Wireless Hardware group, focusing on ensuring that cutting-edge wireless and PHY systems meet rigorous performance standards. The team operates at the intersection of silicon development and system deployment, tackling complex technical challenges in wireless communication. The goal is to bring groundbreaking wireless connectivity to customers and enhance their connections with devices. This position offers the opportunity to work with talented engineers in a dynamic environment.

Requirements

  • Minimum requirement of a bachelor's degree.
  • Strong knowledge of wireless communication systems, with an emphasis on WiFi.
  • Programming skills in Python, Shell scripting, C++, or C#.
  • Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering; Master's or Ph.D. preferred.
  • Deep understanding of key performance indicators and signal impairments in RF and baseband domains.
  • Hands-on experience with silicon bring-up and wireless system testing in laboratory environments.
  • Proven experience developing and automating tests for wireless systems, including test framework design and implementation.
  • Experience with regulatory testing and certification processes, including emissions, spectral masks, band edge, and power compliance measurements.
  • Proficiency with RF test equipment including signal analyzers, signal generators, and spectrum analyzers.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure cutting-edge wireless and PHY systems meet rigorous performance standards.
  • Validate wireless technologies through rigorous testing and analysis.
  • Collaborate with engineers to address complex technical challenges.
  • Develop and automate tests for wireless systems.
  • Conduct regulatory testing and ensure compliance with standards.
  • Utilize RF test equipment to assess system performance.

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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