Apple · 14 hours ago
Software Development Engineer - Firmware
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$140K/yr - $210K/yr
3+ years expApple is a leading technology company known for its innovative products, and they are seeking a Cellular 5G/4G Firmware Verification Architect. The role involves developing and verifying embedded firmware for 5G/4G cellular systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and capabilities.
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Responsibilities
Collaborate with a team of component verification, integration, protocol test engineers, firmware developers, and system engineers to develop firmware verification use cases and end-to-end physical layer performance
Design and develop verification frameworks for 4G/5G firmware followed by development and execution of test cases for 4G/5G firmware
Verify key protocols, signal processing, and numerical algorithms with stringent time, latency, and energy budgets
Apply AI/ML tools to streamline cellular research, improving test and development efficiency
Implement RAG and MCP pipelines in conjunction with data labeling to enhance the performance of the model
Collaborate with Hardware/Firmware/Systems teams to construct verification architectures for novel and existing features
Assist in the development of pre-silicon emulation systems/virtual platforms and utilize them for pre-silicon firmware design verification
Evaluate and implement leading-edge tools for build, formal verification, and testing
Define methodologies and best practices for verification and reporting
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's degree and a minimum of three years of relevant industry experience in wireless communication are prerequisites
A strong understanding of AI/ML fundamentals and the ability to utilize AI tools such as MCP, Agents, RAG, and LLMs are essential
Proficiency in employing AI/ML technologies to optimize workflow efficiency
Strong communication and presentation skills
Preferred
Comprehensive knowledge of wireless communication fundamentals, including signal processing, and proficiency in 4G/5G specifications
The ability to define intricate verification use cases and schemes, thereby enhancing system performance and establishing verification criteria
Experience in firmware test case planning, design, and development for 4G/5G functional and performance scenarios
A robust understanding of various 4G/5G signaling and physical layer test equipment, including Keysight, Anritsu, and R&S, along with their respective automation interfaces
A background in generative models, natural language processing, and large language models (LLMs)
Experience in failure analysis, quality engineering, or performance analysis for AI/ML-based applications
A deep understanding of software engineering principles and fundamental computer science concepts
Proficiency in build and source code control tools
A willingness to learn new architectures and frameworks
Experience with network emulators, silicon prototyping, emulation systems, and virtual platforms
A master's degree or PhD with relevant experience in the wireless communications industry is highly preferred
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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