Cellular RF Receiver Systems Engineer

Apple

Apple

Software Engineering

Waltham, MA, USA

USD 162,500-286,400 / year + Equity

Posted on Apr 12, 2026
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Apple’s RF System Engineering team is seeking a motivated and talented RF engineer to optimize Cellular RF Receiver architectures. In this role, you will architect and deliver wireless solutions for Apple products, working on today's 5G New Radio and pioneering the path to 6G. You will have a unique opportunity to work on the core technologies that enable an outstanding wireless experience for millions of customers worldwide.
As a key member of our industry-leading team, you will drive the optimization of our RF receiver architectures. You will influence and collaborate with RF circuit design, platform architecture, and software engineering teams to implement performance enhancing concepts that deliver uncompromising performance and quality.
  • You will analyze the full RF system and identify RF performance impairment dependencies and crosstalk risks.
  • You will define requirements for interference suppression performance and drive validation objectives.
  • You will define and implement interference mitigation strategies and multi-radio performance enhancement tools to leading-edge cellular solutions.
  • Work with other teams to drive the concept-to-product journey, ensuring successful integration, validation, and optimization of receiver enhancements from the architectural phase through to mass production.
  • BS and 10+ years of relevant industry experience.
  • Demonstrated System Engineering experience with complex Cellular RF systems, with expertise in state-of-art receiver architectures.
  • Demonstrated ability to influence and drive innovation and execution across an organization.
  • Understanding of RF line-up analysis for modern receiver architectures.
  • Theoretical and practical understanding of RF system performance metrics and their direct impact on overall system performance.
  • Understanding of 3GPP standards with focus on RF requirements and physical layer procedures.
  • Proficiency in using MATLAB and Python for RF system modelling and simulations.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively to diverse, cross-functional global teams.
  • Experience with lab bring-up, system calibration, and debugging RF hardware.
  • MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in Radio Receiver design and optimization.
  • Understanding of Cellular system use cases, transmit/receive interactions, and coexistence challenges in complex consumer electronics.
  • Experience applying Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Machine Learning (ML) to enhance multi-objective optimization of RF performance.
  • Familiarity with modern digital modem architectures.
  • Familiarity with RFIC design and layout considerations.
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 $162,500 and $286,400, 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.

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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