Job description
The Wireless Control Systems Engineer will join Apple's cellular systems engineering team to define and build the next generation of cellular technology, focusing on 6G advancements. This role involves overseeing the end-to-end lifecycle of cellular modem systems, from feature design to productization. The engineer will collaborate with various teams to ensure system requirements are met and will leverage deep technical knowledge to enhance user experience. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence the future of wireless communication at a global scale.
Requirements
- BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- 10+ years of relevant industry experience in Layer 1 control design.
- Strong knowledge of cellular communication standards: 6G, 5G NR, and 4G LTE.
- Deep expertise in communication system theory and signal processing.
- Proficiency in MATLAB, C/C++, and/or Python for algorithm development.
- Experience leveraging Generative AI and LLM-based tools.
- Experience in low-power algorithm design for mobile platforms.
- Strong mathematical foundations in linear algebra and stochastic processes.
Responsibilities
- Own the end-to-end lifecycle of cellular modem systems.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with SoC, PHY, PHY HW, PHY FW, and L1 SW teams.
- Deliver leading-edge performance and power optimizations.
- Conduct hands-on silicon bring-up using lab equipment.
- Perform end-to-end timeline analysis for latency-critical PHY processing chains.
- Contribute to the development of proprietary enhancements to improve user experience.
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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