Apple's RF System Engineering team is looking for an expert to define the next generation of Cellular RF Receiver architectures. This role involves architecting and delivering innovative wireless solutions for future Apple products, focusing on 5G and paving the way for 6G. The position offers a unique opportunity to develop core technologies that enhance wireless experiences for millions of customers. Collaboration across various engineering disciplines is key to pushing the boundaries of performance and efficiency.

• BSEE degree is required.
• Understanding of Cellular Radio/3GPP Standards including UMTS, LTE, and 5G NR.
• Knowledge of RF receiver architectures from antenna to analog/digital base band processing.
• Proficiency in hardware/software co-design and understanding of trade-offs in digital implementations.
• Expert-level proficiency in Python or C++ is required.
• Experience applying Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Machine Learning (ML) for optimization.
• Expertise in microcontroller architectures for real-time operation.
• Proficiency in AI/ML applications using tools like TensorFlow or PyTorch.
• Knowledge of cellular modem architectures and associated algorithms.
• PhD degree focused on RF, particularly cellular receiver architectures.
• System Engineering experience with a background in DSP for wireless communication.
• Proficiency in mathematical modeling and analysis.

• Define and deliver groundbreaking wireless solutions for future Apple products.
• Drive the control architecture and algorithms for the RF receiver.
• Collaborate with systems engineering, RF circuit design, and software engineering teams.
• Push the boundaries of performance, quality, and implementation efficiency.
• Develop core technologies that enhance wireless experiences.
• Utilize AI/ML to improve multi-objective optimizations and engineering workflows.
• Build abstract system models leveraging control theory and optimization theory.

• 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.