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Cellular Modem Firmware Engineering Program Manager

Apple

Cupertino, California, U.S.
Full-time, Regular
Posted Oct 10, 2025
Onsite

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About the role

Apple seeks a technical leader to program manage our groundbreaking cellular baseband modems to meet performance, quality and schedule requirements for Apple products!

Responsibilities

  • Drive cellular modem systems development across several projects simultaneously and meet execution targets.
  • Cover all aspects of modem development including PHY, MAC/RLC/RRC, multi-sim, and concurrent RAT operation.
  • Track project schedules across all development phases: architecture, design, prototyping, system bring-up, validation, integration, field test, interoperability testing, and production ramp.
  • Drive closure of technical requirements and specifications with cellular system partners, supervise requirements compliance, and handle issue resolution.
  • Coordinate with multi-functional teams and organizations to enable progress on dependencies for requirement definition, architectural exploration, and implementation.
  • Anticipate project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and facilitate conflict resolution.
  • Provide regular project status presentations for executive reviews, distilling complex technical data into clear communications for partners and team members at all organizational levels.

Requirements

  • BS in engineering discipline and 10+ years relevant industry experience
  • Proven ability with a track record of hands-on engineering management / leadership or program / project management.
  • Experience working in the development of wireless baseband modem systems, algorithms, hardware and/or firmware.
  • Good knowledge of wireless communications (OFDM/MIMO, etc.).
  • Experience in wireless standards a significant plus (5G-NR/4G LTE/UMTS/GSM/CDMA).
  • Understanding of the end-to-end Cellular system involving the UE and network is desired.
  • Experience in leading algorithm development, modeling, and systems simulation.
  • Good understanding of modern cellular PHY building blocks.
  • Ability to quickly establish and manage sophisticated multi-functional relationships in a dynamic engineering environment.
  • Extraordinary teammate and creative problem solver with ability to lead technical teams and multi-functional groups against plans.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills at senior management level including strong presentation skills.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
  • Retirement benefits
  • Range of discounted products and free services
  • Reimbursement for certain educational expenses
  • Discretionary bonuses or commission payments
  • Relocation assistance

About the Company

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity.

Job Details

Salary Range

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Location

Cupertino, California, U.S.

Employment Type

Full-time, Regular

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