JobsGNSS Field Design Engineer
Job description
The role is for an engineer in the Apple Field Design Engineering Connectivity group, focusing on location and fitness technologies using GNSS. The team is dedicated to evaluating and enhancing GNSS performance on Apple products to improve user experience. Candidates should be proactive, detail-oriented, and possess strong teamwork skills. The position involves collaboration with cross-functional teams and requires both independent work and effective communication.
Requirements
- Bachelor's in Engineering or Science fields required plus a minimum of 3 years industry experience in GNSS/Location/Wireless technologies.
- Basic understanding of GNSS or Wireless technologies, and experience with testing mobile devices in these areas.
- Willingness to travel to test locations to conduct automated and manual test procedures.
- Able to work independently with strong multitasking and time management skills.
- Solid problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Experience as an individual contributor with excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
- Master's in Engineering or Science fields required plus a minimum of 2 years industry experience in GNSS/Location/Wireless technologies.
- Strong understanding of GNSS or Wireless technologies, and experience with testing mobile devices in these areas.
- Hands-on experience with GNSS/GPS test equipment such as ground truth, simulators and RF record and replay systems.
- Experience with post-processing of diagnostic logs using automation tools.
- Strong experience as an individual contributor in analyzing and debugging GNSS/Location issues.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate GNSS performance on Apple products from early prototype stages to post-release phase.
- Validate and propose changes for state-of-the-art technologies developed at Apple.
- Conduct focused experiments and engineering analysis to enhance end user experience.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gain experience in real-time data collection and analytics.
- Present findings and project updates to senior management.
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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