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Wireless Firmware Engineer
Apple, Inc. | |
United States, California, San Diego | |
Aug 04, 2024 | |
Summary
Posted: Apr 22, 2024 Role Number: 200451271 At Apple, new way of thinking and insights can turn in to extraordinary products very quickly. The success we are striving will be result of highly skilled team working in an environment that nurtures creativity, partnership and novelty in solving tough problems. As a firmware engineer in the Wireless Connectivity Silicon Team, you will be responsible for the design, development, and bringup of innovative wireless silicon for various Apple's products. Bringing your passion and dedication will lead to innovative silicon solutions for Apple products. Join us! We are looking for a forward-thinking, dedicated, highly competent, experienced firmware engineers to design, develop and bringup fresh silicon for Apple's products - the iPhone, Mac and more! New challenges arise every day that require sharp problem-solving skills of individuals. Are you ready to take on this challenge? Description We are seeking talented, creative and disciplined engineers to join the best-in-class team that plays a significant part in the development of new silicon for Apple eco-systems by engaging in a dynamic, highly collaborative environment with the focus on the following goals: - Deep understanding of components/modules within wireless communication systems and the corresponding calibration and impairment reduction techniques - Develop methods/algorithms to alleviate hardware induced impairments by calibration, cancellation and other applicable techniques - PHY firmware architecture and design, including calibrations, real-time processing flows, collaboration with RF hardware, microcode, and MAC layer. - Develop highly efficient designs delivering outstanding performance, optimizing power and memory footprints while meeting hard-realtime latency requirements. - Debug real-time systems with limited visibility, working hands-on with development boards and lab equipment. - Collaborate with Radio, MAC, and Systems engineering teams to architect, define and implement innovative algorithms, calibrations, and protocols. - Support pre-silicon validation efforts, including simulation, emulation, and FPGA prototyping. - Develop SoC test and calibration capabilities for chip, module, and product factories. - Support post-silicon bringup, validation, performance characterization, system integration and debugging. - Repeatedly measure and optimize results using various test harnesses - Automate calibration and verification processes Key Qualifications
Education & Experience BS + 10 years of experience. Additional Requirements Pay & Benefits
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits. Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program. More
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