As a GNSS Systems Validation Engineer at Apple, you will be a vital member of the cellular team, focusing on the integration and validation of GNSS SoC IP from early development through product launch. You will work closely with cross-functional partners to ensure optimal GNSS performance across Apple devices. This role involves hands-on technical contributions, including lab-based analysis and RF performance validation. You will help drive innovation in wireless technologies that impact millions of users worldwide.

• BS and 3+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Strong RF fundamentals with hands-on experience in wireless system design, integration, and lab validation.
• Hands-on experience with RF measurements, including NF, IP3, phase noise, lock time, CN0, SNR, and sensitivity.
• Proficiency with RF test equipment, such as network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and vector signal generators.
• Strong hands-on experience with test automation infrastructure and Python scripting.
• 5+ years of experience in wireless/RF system-level test development, SoC bring-up, debugging, and performance characterization.
• Hands-on experience testing, debugging, and characterizing RF/Wireless SoC IP, including receivers, PLLs, amplifiers, ADCs, crystal oscillators, and PMUs.
• Experience with RF system simulation environments, such as SystemVue, MATLAB, or Verilog.
• Strong system-level intuition, including link budget analysis, receiver de-sense, and multi-radio coexistence.
• Experience working on SoC system integration across hardware and software boundaries is a plus.
• MS or PhD in Electrical or Computer Engineering is a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Prior GNSS/GPS experience is a plus.

• Drive cellular development for next generation wireless products.
• Lead lab-based system level analysis and implement RF standalone calibrations.
• Collaborate closely with RF design, algorithms, digital, firmware, software, and platform teams.
• Ensure robust integration and best in class GNSS performance across Apple platforms.
• Conduct validation and characterization of GNSS system-level and RF performance.

• 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.