GNSS Systems Engineer
Apply NowCompany: Apple
Location: San Diego, CA 92154
Description:
Would you like to join Apple's growing wireless silicon development team? Do you like to solve problems? Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) space vehicles transmit the power of a lightbulb, they are 13,000 miles away and are moving four kilometers per second. The received signals are commonly one hundred times weaker than cosmic microwave background radiation left over from the Big Bang and arrive next to interfering signals ten billion times stronger, just few MHz away. Our GNSS team is part of Apple's wireless SOC team. We are a vertically coordinated engineering team spanning RF, mixed signal analog design, Systems Engineering, RTL design, Design Verification, firmware and software engineering, test, and validation. Our focus is on highly energy efficient and robust GNSS receiver design. We develop GNSS technology that touches hundreds of millions of lives, something we are passionate about. We'd like you to consider being a part of our team!
Description In this role, you will be a key member of our design team, defining signal processing architectures, developing physical-layer algorithms and implementations. Your work will enable exceptional GNSS performance, balancing ultra-low power efficiency where possible with unparalleled robustness when required. YOUR DAILY WORK INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING TASKS: - Partner with systems engineers, analog/RF IC designers, digital designers, and firmware engineers to drive innovation for exceptional performance and groundbreaking applications in portable and wearable consumer electronics. - Work with analog/RF IC designers to analyze, characterize, and address real-world non-idealities in GNSS/wireless devices. - Collaborate with digital designers and firmware engineers to convert algorithms into design specifications and oversee their implementation, verification, and post-silicon bring-up.
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
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.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure 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.
Description In this role, you will be a key member of our design team, defining signal processing architectures, developing physical-layer algorithms and implementations. Your work will enable exceptional GNSS performance, balancing ultra-low power efficiency where possible with unparalleled robustness when required. YOUR DAILY WORK INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING TASKS: - Partner with systems engineers, analog/RF IC designers, digital designers, and firmware engineers to drive innovation for exceptional performance and groundbreaking applications in portable and wearable consumer electronics. - Work with analog/RF IC designers to analyze, characterize, and address real-world non-idealities in GNSS/wireless devices. - Collaborate with digital designers and firmware engineers to convert algorithms into design specifications and oversee their implementation, verification, and post-silicon bring-up.
Minimum Qualifications
- BS and 10+ years of relevant industry experience required.
- Strong background in Wireless Communications space (e.g. Connectivity, Cellular, GNSS; RF and/or PHY).
- Familiarity with digital communication, signal processing, or systems theory.
Preferred Qualifications
- MSEE or beyond is preferred.
- 10+ years of proven experience in GNSS or signal processing.
- Proficiency with wireless communications system modeling in MATLAB and/or C/C++/System C.
- Solid programming skills.
- Healthy combination of innovation attitude and understanding of practical constraints of product development.
- Excellent communication skills, both written & verbal especially in a multi-functional environment.
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.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure 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.