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Silicon Validation Engineer

Apple

Location

Cupertino, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

11/6/2026

Compensation

Not listed

Master's Entry-Level
H-1B FY202699.0% approval+30% YoY
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Job description

This role at Apple involves running bench tests and debugging RF SoC IP, focusing on various components such as transmitters and receivers. The position requires collaboration with the Bring Up team to design test stations and synchronize settings between simulation and test environments. The candidate will also be responsible for maintaining RF test infrastructure and generating comprehensive RF design reports. This position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in a diverse and innovative environment.

Requirements

  • Master's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • 6 months of experience in the job offered or a related occupation.
  • Experience in designing and deploying object-oriented Python scripts for automation.
  • Understanding of Radio Frequency (RF) measurements against device specifications.
  • Experience with data analysis tools such as pandas, NumPy, or Matplotlib.

Responsibilities

  • Run bench tests and debug RF SoC IP components including transmitters and receivers.
  • Write Python scripts to automate measurements in a buildup environment.
  • Perform RF system characterization measuring various radio parameters.
  • Generate RF design, verification, and test reports from large data sets.
  • Collaborate with the Bring Up team on test station design and RF calibration programming.
  • Maintain RF test infrastructure including equipment calibration and system updates.

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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