Summary
Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. Smart people and inspiring, innovative technologies are the norm here. Our team is responsible for validating the RF performance of top‑notch, monolithic, cellular transceivers and the RF sub‑systems built around them. In order to expand our team’s validation capability towards future Apple products, we are looking for an experienced, passionate RF engineer with a research background and solid programming skills.
The world‑class cellular RF sub‑systems developed in our labs are enabling Apple mobile devices in uncompromised cellular network connectivity at lowest possible battery drain, enabling long hours of enjoyable customer experience. Thus join us and leverage your passion for RF research and innovation, bringing your advanced expertise to the world's most innovative company!
Description
In the position of RF Validation engineer you will work on market‑leading, cutting‑edge cellular transceivers. The broad scope of responsibility includes the characterization and optimization of key RF parameters, the analysis of functional or performance issues encountered during different verification phases and the development of scripts for test automation. You will apply innovative approaches — including AI/ML‑based methods — to advance measurement and analysis capabilities for next‑generation RF systems. Your work style is very collaborative, you manage your deliveries and dependencies self‑contained, and your passion for RF excellence drives you to continuously push the boundaries of what is measurable.
Minimum Qualifications
* In depth knowledge of RF fundamentals, RF measurement techniques and solid know‑how in cellular standards with various modulation schemes.
* Proven experience in characterizing and debugging RF cellular systems and components, including root cause analysis in the laboratory.
* Knowledge in creating test automation scripts to run in lab and/or regression environment.
* Programming skills with languages such as Python, C/C++ and Matlab.
* Knowledge of 3GPP standards with focus on RF requirements.
* Knowledge of AI/ML with solid foundation in machine learning.
Preferred Qualifications
* PhD or Master´s degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics with a strong RF focus or equivalent proven industrial experience.
* Research background in RF systems or signal processing, demonstrated through publications, patents, or industry projects, is a plus.
* Familiarity with AI/ML techniques applied to RF or signal processing problems is a plus.
* Ability to collaborate technically with a variety of teams. (Design, Firmware, System, etc.)
* Team spirit, excellent communication skills and the desire to accept diverse challenges are essential.
* The minimum salary pursuant to the CBA amounts to EUR 60,785 gross per year for full‑time employment. Actual salaries are oriented at current market salaries and take your qualifications and experience into account.
* Apple is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants.
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