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RF/mmW Hardware Design Engineer

Apple

Location

Sunnyvale, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/5/2026

Compensation

Not listed

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Job description

The RF/mmW Hardware Design Engineer will be part of the Wireless Hardware group, focusing on designing, developing, and optimizing radio frequency hardware circuits and systems for wireless communications devices. This role involves working on cellular radio platforms from initial concept to mass production, ensuring the performance of innovative wireless products. The engineer will implement creative RF designs to meet product requirements and contribute to groundbreaking wireless connectivity solutions. The team aims to enhance customer connections through advanced sensor technology and wireless systems.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) and 10+ years of relevant industry experience.
  • Strong knowledge of RF systems principles, RF/mmW hardware design, digital communications, and phased array antenna fundamentals.
  • Experience with schematic, layout, and EM simulation flows using tools such as Capture, Allegro, HFSS, and ADS.
  • Scripting experience in Python for test automation and post-processing.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Master's degree in Electrical Engineering (MSEE) or Ph.D. preferred.
  • Expertise in Tx/Rx specification flow down related to linearity and noise.
  • Expertise in IC/package co-design and EM/SIPI simulation flows.
  • Expertise in module packaging technologies, qualification, and ATE.
  • Familiarity with embedded systems and peripheral interfaces.
  • Proficiency in wireless communications standards and wireless technology.
  • Hands-on experience with 5GNR FR2 product development.
  • Hands-on experience with probe stations for conducted characterization and anechoic chambers for OTA characterization, especially at mmW frequencies.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and optimize radio frequency hardware circuits and systems for wireless communications devices.
  • Integrate cellular radio platforms from initial concept study to mass production.
  • Implement creative RF designs to meet wireless product requirements.
  • Collaborate with the team to enhance the performance of wireless systems.
  • Ensure that customer connections with their devices are seamless and innovative.

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.

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