JobsCellular RF Receiver Systems Architect
Job description
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 to 6G. The position offers a unique opportunity to develop core technologies that enhance wireless experiences for millions of customers. As a key team member, you will collaborate with various engineering teams to ensure high performance and quality in RF receiver architectures.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 10 years of relevant industry experience.
- Demonstrated experience in designing complex communication RF systems such as Cellular and WiFi.
- Deep expertise in state-of-the-art receiver architectures.
- Mastery of RF line-up analysis and development of modern receiver architecture plans.
- In-depth understanding of 3GPP standards focusing on RF requirements and physical layer procedures.
- Proficiency in MATLAB and Python for RF system modeling and simulations.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with lab bring-up, system calibration, and debugging RF.
- 5 years of experience in Radio Receiver design is preferred.
- Deep understanding of cellular system use cases and coexistence challenges.
- Experience in clock/frequency planning.
- Good understanding of BB related algorithms and analog data converters.
- Experience applying AI or ML to optimize RF line-up and link budget models.
- Familiarity with modern digital modem architectures and RFIC design.
Responsibilities
- Drive the evolution of RF receiver architectures.
- Influence and collaborate with RF circuit design, platform architecture, and software engineering teams.
- Define and implement concepts that deliver uncompromising performance and quality.
- Develop core technologies for wireless solutions.
- Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to cross-functional global teams.
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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