Cellular Hardware Modeling Engineer

Summary

Posted: Oct 30, 2024

Role Number:200576555

Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other’s ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you’ll do more than join something — you’ll add something. As a Cellular Hardware Modeling Engineer on this team, you will be at the center of the hardware/firmware effort within a silicon design group responsible for crafting and productizing powerful cellular SoCs. This position requires someone comfortable with hardware understanding, who has experience writing complex software, is not afraid to debate ideas openly and is flexible enough to shift on constantly evolving requirements.

Description

In this role, you will work with multi-functional teams to understand specifications, develop hardware models with timing annotations for various components of the cellular modem, validate the models in standalone test environments, deliver and support integration into larger simulation platforms and support the HW design verification team using your models.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS and 10+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Proficiency in code programming languages such as C or C++.
• Experience architecting system level features.
• Experience leading feature delivery for a complete firmware/software life cycle.
• Strong test planning and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in working with simulators and embedded programming.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with Python for automation or verification.
• Knowledge of HW modeling using C++ or System-C.
• Familiarity with toolchains such as GNU and LLVM.
• Experience with development of emulation systems or virtual platforms.
• Understanding of 4G/5G cellular physical layer operation (3GPP) is beneficial.

Pay & Benefits

• 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 $166,600 and $296,300, 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. 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.