We are seeking a RF Silicon Validation Lead to manage a team of engineers responsible for developing cellular modems integrated into Apple’s mobile devices. The team’s primary objective is to validate and optimize the RF synthesizer embedded within the cellular RF sub-system as well as secure RF subsystem integration for synthesizer related topics, such as phase noise and PLL lock-in across different cellular scenarios. As the Team Lead, you will be accountable for establishing the technical direction of the team. This entails defining the team’s work scope, guiding their execution toward project objectives, and providing regular updates on challenges and progress. Your technical expertise will enable you to effectively guide your team in technical details while maintaining an overall understanding of the project’s scope. You will prioritize requests to your team and align work you're doing with relevant collaborators. You are actively managing dependencies to other teams and ensure their in-time deliveries. We seek a highly motivated and experienced technical leader who can contribute to our organization’s success in addressing tomorrow’s challenges. Description Your responsibilities will encompass the following tasks, among others: • Define the scope of your team’s work by comprehending the priority of various programs and products, while also respecting capacity and capabilities. • Ensure alignment of your team with partner organizations to prevent any gaps in the development cycle until the product’s launch. • Hold yourself accountable for ensuring product quality through the test campaigns conducted by your team. • The comprehensive test sequences will not only optimize performance but also guarantee the quality of continuous RF deliveries. • Demonstrate the comprehension of the impact RF impairments on product performance and possess the capability to debug critical system or field test issues. • Cultivate the professional development of each team member, ensuring that they attain expertise in critical technical aspects. • Supervise the progress and status of the project execution by establishing metrics with clearly defined verdicts. • Be one of the leaders of a multi-functional team comprising individuals from diverse subject areas, including System Engineering, Hardware and Firmware development teams and modem integration, to identify and resolve technical challenges. • Ensure the product validation readiness by the first day of hardware availability through virtual prototyping. Minimum Qualifications Validated leadership experience, either in project or line management roles. Experience in the validation and optimization of radio frequency (RF) PLL synthesizers, coupled with an educational background in RF technology. Proficient understanding of RF frequency generation and its key performance indicators. Understanding of Challenges Associated with RF Subsystem Integration as a Component of Cellular Modem. Proficiency in RF measurement techniques, including experience with innovative RF measurement instruments and their automation. Sound knowledge of cellular 3GPP RF standards. Profound Python programming skills. Proven experience in multi-functional collaboration, involving multiple teams and diverse subject areas. Strong interpersonal skills and a willingness to embrace exciting and diverse opportunities. Key Qualifications Preferred Qualifications A comprehensive understanding of radio frequency (RF) generation techniques and its validation is highly advantageous. Experience in characterizing and debugging RF cellular transceivers, including systematic root-causing abilities, is also advantageous. MS or PhD or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering. 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. If you’d like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant. Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants. Education & Experience Additional Requirements