Do you have a passion for taking on big challenges? Do you love pushing the limits of what's considered feasible? As part of our Wireless Hardware group, you'll be responsible for bringing groundbreaking wireless connectivity to the world. On this team, we help improve the performance of our products through innovative system-on-chip designs. Our team will build platform architecture that paves the way for all-new experiences, including the ones that allow people to take advantage of our innovations in sensor technology. Together, our goal is to ensure nothing stands in the way of our customers' connections with their devices. Be a part of a world class wireless hardware team responsible for the design, implementation, and verification of the baseband systems for all mobile Apple products. The applicant should be familiar with computer system architecture and digital design. The candidate will work proactively and cooperatively with other cross-functional engineering groups. Description * Bring-up and characterize (performance and power) radio chipsets. -Design and execute system-level test plans for cutting-edge silicon, ensuring peak performance. -Debug silicon issues and troubleshoot next-generation Apple products. -Collaborate across the board and with external vendors to uncover the root cause of any silicon design issues that pop up during development. -Work hand-in-hand with external chipset vendors to develop integration and verification plans. This role may involve some international travel. Minimum Qualifications * BS and 3+ years of relevant industry experience * 3+ years industry experience required with solid understanding of SoC/PMU design and micro-architecture * Experience with high-speed memory systems and Digital communication interfaces (eg. PCIe, RFFE, SPMI, DDR, USB, SPI, I2C) * Familiarity with interpreting and navigating Complex schematics and PCB layouts Preferred Qualifications * Hands on Hardware debugging expertise, including the use of modern lab equipment(DSOs, Logic Analyzers, Protocol Analyzers), and prior experience in PCIe PHY validation and protocol analyzer is highly advantageous. * Proficiency in developing tests to target specific aspects of silicon designs and digital Interfaces. * Good understanding of modern operating systems, firmware, and device drivers, with expertise in creating basic software routines and test scripts (eg. Lua, Python, C) * Strong communication skills, coupled with a proactive attitude, for effectively presenting technical information and addressing hardware issues in a team-based environment. Pay & Benefits * At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $143,100 and $264,200, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.