Cellular RF Hardware Design Engineer

$143,100 - $264,200/Yr

Apple - Sunnyvale, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Sunnyvale, CA

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Cellular RF Hardware Design Engineer at Apple is responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing radio frequency (RF) hardware circuits and systems for wireless communication devices. This role involves working from the initial concept phase through to mass production, ensuring that the RF designs meet both industry and internal standards. The engineer will collaborate with vendors, create specifications for RF components, and integrate cellular radio platforms into Apple products.

Responsibilities

• Architect RF front end designs to meet wireless product requirements
• Perform RF system lineup analysis to ensure compliance with standards
• Create and maintain specifications for RF components and drive development with vendors
• Engage in schematic capture and PCB design
• Integrate cellular radio platforms into Apple products

Requirements

• BS degree with 3+ years of directly relevant experience
• Experience with radio hardware design and/or RF component design
• Familiarity with high-volume manufacturing challenges
• Hands-on experience with RF circuits and hardware
• Understanding of core technologies and physics driving RF performance

Nice-to-haves

• Proficient in wireless communications standards and market trends
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a dynamic multi-functional team
• Cellular handset experience
• Experience with RF simulation tools (ADS, HFSS, Matlab)
• Experience with Python for test setup automation and data analysis

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
• Retirement benefits
• Discounted products and free services
• Reimbursement for certain educational expenses including tuition
• Discretionary bonuses or commission payments
• Relocation assistance