Apple · 14 hours ago
Wireless System Automation and Test Engineer
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$172K/yr - $302K/yr
10+ years expApple is a leading technology company known for its innovative products and commitment to quality. The Wireless System Automation and Test Engineer will be responsible for developing automation frameworks and test infrastructure to validate wireless and PHY systems, ensuring they meet performance standards and drive the success of next-generation wireless technologies.
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Responsibilities
You will develop sophisticated automation frameworks and test infrastructure for validating wireless and PHY systems across RF and baseband domains, enabling comprehensive validation and regression testing throughout the silicon development lifecycle
Working closely with PHY, MAC, and RF design engineers, you'll translate specifications into automated test strategies, identify validation gaps, and drive resolution of complex system issues
Your role includes creating equipment drivers, control interfaces, and intelligent test sequences, while analyzing results to provide actionable insights and continuously improving test methodologies to meet the demanding requirements of next-generation wireless systems
Qualification
Required
BS and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experience
Strong knowledge of wireless communication systems, with emphasis on WiFi; cellular technologies experience is a plus
Strong programming skills in Python, Shell scripting, and/or C/C++/C# for test automation
Preferred
Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering; Master's or Ph.D. preferred
Deep understanding of key performance indicators and impairments in RF and baseband domains
Hands-on experience testing wireless silicon in laboratory environments
Proficiency with RF test equipment including signal analyzers, signal generators, and spectrum analyzers
Proven experience developing test automation, including equipment drivers, debug tools, automation scripts and interfaces
Experience with automation infrastructure development (traceability, repeatability) and related tools (Git, CI/CD, databases, reporting tools)
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
Apple is a technology company that designs, manufactures, and markets consumer electronics, personal computers, and software.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$5.67BKey Investors
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CEO
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SVP, Software Engineering
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