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Apple Wireless System Engineering team is looking for an engineer to work on radiated system characterization across different connectivity technologies (WLAN, BT, UWB, GPS) for Apple's wireless products!
Key Qualifications
Industry experience in development/characterization of RF/Antenna system for wireless technologies. Experience in commercializing wireless products is required.
In depth understanding of wireless system concepts for performance evaluation in at least one of the following technologies: 802.11ax, 802.11ac, WiFi 6E, GNSS, UWB and Bluetooth.
Solid understanding of end-to-end link budget and wireless propagation. Hands on experience in modeling using at least one tool - MATLAB, HFSS, CST, ANSOFT, etc.
Working experience of RF characterization, Antenna Design and tests, anechoic chambers, and RF test equipment is a plus.
Hands-on experience with throughput measurement tools like ixChariot, iPerf, Octoscope, etc. is preferred
Familiarity with industry conformance requirements for WLAN/BT/GNSS technologies is a bonus.
Description
- Apply wireless system design /characterization knowledge towards addressing wireless performance requirements in consumer products
- Translate carrier/regulatory/conformance requirements into system requirements for chipset and platform
- Drive system understanding of link budget as well as its impact on feature performance via simulation/measurement.
- Architect and coordinate execution of SW features necessary to achieve best in class system performance - Help drive features/ topics in standardization venues in-line with Apple's product goals
- Assist engineers in defining test plan for custom features. This would include defining requirements for custom testing solutions and working with TE vendors.
- Facilitate engineers in debugging performance concerns and facilitate fixes for fundamental issues across platforms
Education & Experience
Bachelor's Degree with 10 or more years of relevant work experience.