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Apple

Cellular RF Firmware Engineer

RoleEmbedded
LevelMid Level
LocationSan Diego, United States
WorkOn-site
TypeFull-time
Posted3 months ago
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About the role

Cellular RF Firmware Engineer

Summary

Do you have a passion for invention and self-challenge? Do you thrive on pushing the limits of what’s considered feasible? As part of an elite RF transceiver team, you’ll craft sophisticated innovative embedded firmware that delivers more performance in our products than ever before. Join us and help us innovate new wireless systems technologies that continually outperform the previous iterations!

Description

In this role, you will develop the embedded systems for cellular RF transceivers and radio systems. You will work on the design, implementation as well as verification of our real-time control firmware with all aspects of embedded software development. This position requires a close collaboration with our system engineers, hardware developers, and system verification/integration engineers.

Minimum Qualifications

BS and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experience.
Excellent skills in low-level programming expertise using C++, C and assembler, embedded systems proficiency, 32-bit micro-controllers ISR, real-time processing, and limited and shared resources.
Strong skills in computer architecture and HW/SW co-verification.
Proficiency in debugging embedded software systems and familiarity with JTAG and ETM Trace tools.
Proficient in Python and shell scripting.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Debugging using RTL simulation and SystemC environments as well as target HW.
Proficiency in debugging embedded software systems and familiarity with JTAG and ETM Trace tools.
Working experience with compilers and build(Make/CMake) files.
Experience in improving and maintaining the development and debug environments, tools, and methodologies on Linux/MacOS.

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $175,000 and $308,500, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

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.

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Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant

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Benefits and perks

Learning Budget

Required skills

Embedded Systems

Firmware Development

C

Wireless Systems

RF Engineering

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