This role at Apple focuses on system performance testing for LTE and NR FR1 cellular bands on upcoming devices. The position involves planning, developing, and executing test cases to ensure product performance and inter-operability across various cellular technologies. The candidate will analyze field logs and evaluate device performance using specialized tools and programming languages. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to identify issues and improve performance metrics.

• Master's degree or foreign equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications or a related field.
• 1 year of experience in utilizing test methodologies for wireless technologies including UMTS, HSPA C2K, EVDO, LTE, and 5G NR.
• 1 year of experience in conducting early evaluations of prototypes and hardware/software systems on different 2G/3G/4G/5G wireless technologies.
• 1 year of experience in using wireless technologies to run focused experiments related to RF/OTA performance.
• 1 year of experience in testing and debugging communications systems including UMTS or C2K.
• 1 year of experience in utilizing radio protocol stack knowledge for technical reviews and test case formulation.
• 1 year of experience in utilizing RF Fundamentals for deep dive analysis into internal logs.
• 1 year of experience in analyzing system level logs for cellular technologies including LTE and 5G.
• 1 year of experience in utilizing Python and shell scripting for developing automation scripts.

• Responsible for system performance testing of LTE and NR FR1 cellular bands on Apple devices.
• Plan, develop, and execute test cases to establish product performance baselines.
• Collect and analyze field logs from Apple devices on commercial telecom carriers.
• Evaluate device performance using tools such as QXDM, QCAT, and APEX.
• Work with hardware/software development teams to identify issues impacting cellular performance.
• Prepare comprehensive test plans and methodologies for testing new cellular features.
• Utilize cross-functional communication skills to collaborate with external teams.

• 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.