Senior Wireless MAC Standards Architect

At Apple, we work every single day to craft products that enrich people’s lives. Do you love working on challenges that no one solved yet? As a member of our Wireless Silicon Design group, you will have the opportunity to collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams to innovate, develop ideas for newer generations of wireless communication protocols, participate in the development of emerging applications and devices, and drive wireless architectures. As a member of the silicon design group, you will be responsible for developing innovative wireless SoC products that are enjoyed by millions of Apple customers! As a Senior Wireless MAC Standards Architect, you will be at the forefront of driving and crafting the next generation of media access control (MAC) layer protocols for wireless technologies. Your influence will be felt throughout the standards process as you actively participate in meetings, contribute technically, and champion the company’s strategic interests.

Description

In this highly technical role, you will be responsible for crafting new MAC layer ideas and developing innovative proprietary cross‑layer algorithms and systems tailored for new and emerging applications. Collaborating closely with internal teams, you will ensure stay informed about the development and direction of the standards. This collaboration also includes helping them to define features and requirements, develop new insights, and ultimately help them to achieve outstanding performance for products.

Responsibilities

• Participate in and contribute MAC protocols and algorithms to wireless standards organizations.
• Analyze standards contributions to comprehend performance benefits, implementation complexities, and architecture and design tradeoffs.
• Simulate system‑level performance of MAC contributions using simulation tools like ns3, OpNet, C/C++, or Python.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams to keep them informed about updates to standards and ensure alignment on priorities.
• Develop, propose, and simulate innovative proprietary MAC layer protocols and cross‑layer algorithms for emerging applications.
• Collaborate with hardware and software teams to evaluate and simulate encouraged system level performance.
• Design innovative PHY/MAC cross‑layer algorithms to achieve robust performance in all environments.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experience.
• Proven track record of participation in wireless standardization organizations, such as IEEE 802.11, IEEE 802.15, Bluetooth, UWB, or similar technologies.
• Familiarity with MAC protocols and algorithms of wireless standards, such as IEEE 802.11, IEEE 802.15, Bluetooth SIG, or similar technologies.
• Knowledge of wireless MAC protocols and algorithms, including channel access, Quality of Service (QoS), power saving, low latency, coexistence, security, and privacy.
• Experience with modeling and simulations using tools like ns3, OpNet, C/C++, or Python.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills and ability to present complex technical concepts clearly and concisely.
• Self‑motivated and passionate about finding innovative solutions to problems.

Preferred Qualifications

• MSEE or Ph.D. preferred, with a focus on communication systems or signal processing.
• Experience with MAC modem architecture, algorithms, hardware design, and software design.
• Experience with PHY/MAC cross‑layer algorithm design.
• Strong and proven leadership abilities.

Compensation and 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 $171,600 and $302,200, 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 .

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.