Job description
The Cellular System Engineer role at Apple involves working on modem systems features and requirements as part of the system engineering team. This position focuses on both pre- and post-silicon bring up and validation of end-to-end cellular systems. The engineer will map system algorithms and requirements to hardware and firmware architecture while engaging in simulation and emulation-based validation. The role requires a strong understanding of communication system theory and signal processing to design various algorithms.
Requirements
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- Knowledge of cellular communication standards such as 5G NR and 4G LTE.
- Familiarity with 6G technology is an advantage.
- Deep knowledge of communication system theory and signal processing.
- Experience with Matlab, C/C++, and/or Python for algorithm development.
Responsibilities
- Conduct pre- and post-silicon bring up and validation of cellular systems.
- Map systems algorithms and requirements to hardware and firmware architecture.
- Engage in simulation and emulation-based validation of control flows and algorithms.
- Design algorithms for various communication processes including LDPC and Turbo encoding.
- Perform lab testing and characterization 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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