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WSoC PHY/MAC Validation and Integration Engineer

Apple

Location

San Francisco Bay Area, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/5/2026

Compensation

Not listed

Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202699.0% approval+30% YoY
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Job description

As a WSoC integration and validation engineer, you will focus on the integration and optimization of physical layer components in wireless communication systems. This role involves chip-level bring-up and the implementation of Digital Signal Processing algorithms. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the performance, compliance, and reliability of wireless connectivity solutions. Your expertise in wireless communications and DSP will be crucial for the success of the projects.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
  • Proven experience in wireless communications with a focus on PHY layer design and integration.
  • Solid understanding of DSP concepts and experience with implementing DSP algorithms in real-time systems.
  • Experience with chip-level bring-up and hardware debugging techniques.
  • Experience with PHY/RF/MAC Verification.
  • Experience of RF parametric testing such as EVM, ACPR, Rx sensitivity, and blocker testing.
  • Familiarity with lab equipment such as network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, and DMMs.
  • Python programming skills are highly desirable.
  • Knowledge of wireless protocols such as Bluetooth, WLAN, and UWB.
  • Verification skills in problem solving, constrained random testing, and debugging.

Responsibilities

  • Integrate and optimize physical layer components in wireless communication systems.
  • Conduct chip-level bring-up and implement Digital Signal Processing algorithms.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless performance of wireless connectivity solutions.
  • Perform RF parametric testing and utilize lab equipment for validation.
  • Ensure compliance and reliability of wireless communication systems.

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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