JobsWiFi Connectivity Validation Engineer
Job description
This role is part of the Wireless Hardware group, focusing on delivering innovative wireless connectivity solutions. The Wireless Systems Design Validation Team ensures that advanced wireless and PHY systems meet design specifications and perform optimally. This position involves working with industry-leading engineers to tackle complex challenges in wireless communication. The team's efforts are crucial for the quality and reliability of next-generation wireless technologies.
Requirements
- BS degree and a minimum of 10 years of relevant industry experience.
- Strong knowledge of wireless communication systems and IEEE 802.11 standards (a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be).
- Strong programming skills in Python, Shell scripting, Perl, JavaScript, and/or C#, with an emphasis on test automation and data analysis.
- Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering; Master's or Ph.D. preferred.
- Hands-on experience testing and validating WiFi systems in laboratory environments.
- Proven experience developing and automating tests for wireless systems, with the ability to create robust, scalable test frameworks.
- Proficiency with RF test equipment, including signal analyzers, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and WiFi signaling testers.
- Familiarity with network analysis and debugging tools such as protocol analyzers, Wireshark, iperf, and similar utilities.
- Experience in configuring and controlling access points (APs) and understanding of AP-client interactions is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Ensure that advanced wireless and PHY systems meet stringent design specifications.
- Deliver optimal performance across critical functionalities such as Throughput, RvR, MIMO, OFDMA, Beamforming, and Coexistence.
- Work collaboratively with engineers to address complex technical challenges.
- Impact the quality and reliability of next-generation wireless technologies.
- Develop and automate tests for wireless systems to enhance testing efficiency.
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.
Is this posting expired or inaccurate?
