Apple
RF Modeling Systems Engineer
$123K–$225K
Los Angeles Metro Area, California +2 · Full-time · Posted Jul 14, 2026
- Location
- Los Angeles Metro Area, California
San Francisco Bay Area, California
San Diego, California - Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in EE or equivalent.
About the job
Develops RF models, algorithms, and mitigation techniques for cellular modem systems, characterizes RF impairments, and supports modem performance sign-off and specification definition.
What you'll do
- Develop RF models for 5G/6G cellular and 5G NTN systems; investigate performance and support sign-off.
- Characterize modem RF impairments, create analytical models, and support RF/modem specification definition.
- Develop RF impairment mitigation algorithms and AI/ML modem solutions.
What they ask for
- Bachelor’s Degree in EE or equivalent.
- Understanding of signal processing and communication systems.
- Strong analytical skills, including linear algebra, random processes, detection, and estimation.
- Experience with Matlab, C/C++, and Python for algorithm development.
Nice to have
- Experience applying AI/ML to wireless communication; familiarity with PyTorch and TensorFlow.
- Knowledge of RF impairments and mitigation, RF/analog components, cellular standards, or RF systems design and lab characterization.
Pay
$122,700 and $214,300 USD (base salary); $129,300 and $225,300 USD (base salary)
Tools
Matlab, C/C++, Python, PyTorch, TensorFlow
AI focus
Develop AI/ML modem solutions and mitigation techniques; AI/ML experience in wireless communication is preferred.
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