The role is for an engineer in the Wi-Fi Connectivity team, focusing on integrating protocols and architectures to enhance performance and resource efficiency. The position involves analyzing Wi-Fi standards and developing solutions that improve connectivity experiences for Apple customers. The engineer will collaborate with various product development groups to push the boundaries of wireless systems. This position requires a strong background in Wi-Fi system design and technical leadership.

• BS degree and a minimum of 20 years relevant industry experience.
• 7+ years hands-on Wi-Fi/IEEE 802.11 system design and architecture experience.
• 5+ years in technical leadership roles.
• Strong understanding of 802.11 standards with emphasis on MAC and PHY layer features.
• Knowledge of Wi-Fi system architectures on HW/FW/SW systems.
• Solid foundation in wireless communication theory and signal processing.
• Proficiency in performance analysis, simulation, and modeling tools.
• Experience analyzing complex technical trade-offs.
• Experience with prototype development and proof-of-concept validation.
• Strong analytical and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to influence technical direction through data-driven decision-making.
• Cross-functional collaboration and project management skills.
• MSEE or PhD degrees with 10+ years of relevant experience in the Wi-Fi industry.
• Hands-on experience with Wi-Fi 7 features.
• Strong knowledge of Wi-Fi 8/IEEE 802.11bn features.
• Experience with competitive analysis and technology benchmarking.
• Familiarity with silicon development processes and constraints.
• Understanding of power management strategies for mobile devices.
• Experience with user research or product management methodologies.
• Knowledge of other wireless standards and interactions with Wi-Fi.
• Experience with lab characterization and field testing.

• Develop solutions to control and integrate protocol features and architectures.
• Analyze Wi-Fi standard features to identify integration and implementation strategies.
• Validate performance improvements through simulation, modeling, and prototyping.
• Estimate the cost of solutions including silicon area and engineering effort.
• Partner with architecture and design teams to evaluate implementation viability.
• Build alignment across various engineering disciplines for implementation paths.
• Drive proof-of-concept work from prototype through product bring up.
• Produce engineering-ready specifications covering acceptance criteria and performance targets.

• 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.