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Wireless Systems Engineer

Apple

Location

San Diego, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

11/6/2026

Compensation

Not listed

Master's with 2+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202699.0% approval+30% YoY
👑 Elite sponsor

Job description

This role at Apple involves designing and simulating advanced physical layer wireless communication algorithms, particularly for 5G NR modem development. The position requires collaboration with RF and modem system engineers to define specifications and evaluate impairments. The team focuses on integrating AI/ML techniques in RF modeling and mitigation. This is an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where innovation drives product development.

Requirements

  • Master's degree or foreign equivalent in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • 2 years of experience in the job offered or related occupation
  • Experience in designing digital signal processing algorithms for 5G NR cellular development
  • Knowledge of 3GPP physical layer standards for 5G NR modem system development
  • Experience in designing and developing 5G NR modems using C++, MATLAB, Python, or Spice

Responsibilities

  • Design and simulate state-of-the-art physical layer wireless communication algorithms
  • Implement detailed RF system models and perform performance investigations
  • Collaborate with RF and modem system engineers to define system specifications
  • Investigate the use of AI/ML in RF modeling and mitigation techniques
  • Develop RF calibration algorithms and mitigation techniques for 5G NR transceivers

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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