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Apple · 4 weeks ago

Cellular RF Receiver Systems Architect

positionWaltham, Massachusetts, United States
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$147K/yr - $272K/yr
date3+ years exp

Apple’s RF System Engineering team is seeking a motivated and talented expert to define the next generation of Cellular RF Receiver architectures. In this role, you will architect and deliver groundbreaking wireless solutions for future Apple products, working on today's 5G radio and pioneering the path to 6G.

AppsArtificial Intelligence (AI)BroadcastingDigital EntertainmentFoundational AIMedia and EntertainmentMobile DevicesOperating SystemsTVWearables
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Responsibilities

You will drive innovation and execution through the organization
Innovate and architect the complete RF Receiver chain, from the antenna through the RF frontend to the digital baseband
You will translate high-level system requirements into detailed component and block-level specifications. Develop and own the detailed RF line-up analysis. This includes creating and maintaining system-level simulations using MATLAB and Python, a comprehensive level plan, and link budget
You will influence architecture decisions, perform trade-off studies, and ensure performance targets are met
You will develop system features and digital signal processing algorithms for compensation of analog impairments occurring in the receiver line-up
You will work with baseband system engineering on 5G and future 6G system use cases and receiver aspects of physical layer procedures
Author detailed system and block-level specifications for internal RFIC and external RF frontend module (FEM) design partners
Work with other teams to drive the concept-to-product journey, ensuring successful integration, validation, and optimization of the Receiver from the architectural phase through to mass production

Qualification

RF system engineeringReceiver architecture designMATLABPython3GPP standardsRF performance metricsAI/ML optimizationAnalytical skillsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skills

Required

BS and a minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience
Demonstrated System Engineering experience in designing complex communication RF systems (e.g. Cellular, WiFi), with deep expertise in state-of-the-art receiver architectures
Demonstrated ability to influence and drive innovation and execution excellence across an organization
Mastery of RF line-up analysis and detailed development of a level plan for modern receiver architecture
Deep theoretical and practical understanding of RF system performance metrics and impairments (NF, non-linearity, phase noise, IQ imbalance, DC) and their direct impact on overall system performance
In-depth understanding of 3GPP standards with a focus on RF requirements and physical layer procedures for FR1 and FR2
Proficiency in using MATLAB and Python for RF system modeling and simulations
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively to diverse, cross-functional global teams
Experience with lab bring-up, system calibration, and debugging RF

Preferred

5 years of experience in Radio Receiver design is preferred
Deep understanding of cellular system use cases, transmit/receive interactions, and coexistence challenges in complex consumer electronics
Experience in clock/frequency planning
Good understanding of BB related algorithms/aspects (e.g. channel estimation/equalization)
Good understanding of analog data converters, from a system perspective/impairments
Experience applying artificial intelligence (AI) or machine learning (ML) to enhance multi-objective optimization of the RF line-up and link budget models
Familiarity with modern digital modem architectures
Familiarity with RFIC design, layout considerations, and semiconductor processes

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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Apple is a technology company that designs, manufactures, and markets consumer electronics, personal computers, and software.
dateFounded in 1976
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Cupertino, California, USA
people-size10001+ employees
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https://www.apple.com

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$5.67B
Key Investors
Berkshire HathawayMicrosoftSequoia Capital
2026-01-10Pre Seed· $1M
2025-05-05Post Ipo Debt· $4.5B
2025-01-16Post Ipo Debt· $0.31M

Leadership Team

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Tim Cook
CEO
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Craig Federighi
SVP, Software Engineering

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