Wireless PHY Systems Engineer
Core
Lead research, modeling, and simulation of sophisticated wireless systems (Bluetooth, UWB) for Apple SoC designs, applying AI/ML to physical-layer algorithm development.
Role type
Senior IC wireless PHY systems engineer
Builds
Next-generation wireless SoC designs for Apple products (iPhone, Apple Watch, AirPods)
Domain
Consumer electronics, wireless communications, signal processing
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Wireless system architecture, physical-layer algorithms, DSP techniques, MATLAB, C/C++, fixed-point design, RTL vector generation, RF/antenna behavior, FPGA/silicon bring-up, AI/ML for signal processing
Preferred skills
Python, data science/ML libraries (NumPy, PyTorch, scikit-learn), High-Level Synthesis (HLS), wireless standards engagement (IEEE 802.15, Bluetooth SIG), simulation automation, technical publications
Technologies
MATLAB, C/C++, Python, NumPy, PyTorch, scikit-learn, HLS tools, FPGA, RF lab equipment
Responsibilities
Invention and evaluation of advanced physical-layer algorithms for Bluetooth and UWB; Architect end-to-end simulation frameworks covering propagation channels and PHY/MAC stacks; Collaborate on cross-functional system performance modeling; Process and visualize large-scale field and simulation datasets; Drive fixed-point design and RTL vector generation for hardware implementation; Lead lab bring-up and validation including FPGA/silicon testing; Represent team in technical discussions and standards bodies; Apply AI/ML techniques to algorithm design, simulation, and data analysis
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
