Apple · 2 months ago
Cellular Modem Systems Engineering Program Manager
Cupertino, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$172K/yr - $306K/yr
10+ years expApple is seeking a technical leader to program manage groundbreaking cellular baseband modems. The role involves coordinating multi-functional teams to meet performance, quality, and schedule requirements, while delivering innovative technologies that impact people's lives.
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Responsibilities
Drive cellular modem systems development across several projects simultaneously and meet execution targets
Cover all aspects of modem development including PHY, MAC/RLC/RRC, multi-sim, and concurrent RAT operation
Track project schedules across all development phases: architecture, design, prototyping, system bring-up, validation, integration, field test, interoperability testing, and production ramp
Drive closure of technical requirements and specifications with cellular system partners, supervise requirements compliance, and handle issue resolution
Coordinate with multi-functional teams and organizations to enable progress on dependencies for requirement definition, architectural exploration, and implementation
Anticipate project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and facilitate conflict resolution
Drive resolution of technical issues between functional teams including Modem systems, VLSI, firmware, RF systems, Technology, IP owners, design, digital verification, characterization, and test teams
Provide regular project status presentations for executive reviews, distilling complex technical data into clear communications for partners and team members at all organizational levels
Qualification
Required
BS in engineering discipline and 10+ years relevant industry experience
Proven ability with a track record of hands-on engineering management / leadership or program / project management
Experience working in the development of wireless baseband modem systems, algorithms, hardware and/or firmware
Preferred
Good knowledge of wireless communications (OFDM/MIMO, etc.)
Experience in wireless standards a significant plus (5G-NR/4G LTE/UMTS/GSM/CDMA)
Understanding of the end-to-end Cellular system involving the UE and network is desired
Experience in leading algorithm development, modeling, and systems simulation
Good understanding of modern cellular PHY building blocks
Ability to quickly establish and manage sophisticated multi-functional relationships in a dynamic engineering environment
Extraordinary teammate and creative problem solver with ability to lead technical teams and multi-functional groups against plans
Excellent written and verbal communication skills at senior management level including strong presentation skills
Benefits
Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
Retirement benefits
A range of discounted products and free services
Reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition
Discretionary bonuses or commission payments
Relocation
Company
Apple
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10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$5.67BKey Investors
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2026-01-10Pre Seed· $1M
2025-05-05Post Ipo Debt· $4.5B
2025-01-16Post Ipo Debt· $0.31M
Leadership Team
Tim Cook
CEO
Craig Federighi
SVP, Software Engineering
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