Wi-Fi Software Systems Performance Engineer San Diego,California,United States Software and Services Join the Wireless Technologies and Ecosystems organization and join an outstanding team of engineers driving innovation on products used by millions worldwide. Our group is looking for a highly motivated Performance Engineer to optimize software design for Apple’s latest products, including the next generation of Apple Watch, AirPods, iPhone, iPad, and Mac. **Description** As a key member of Connectivity Firmware Performance team you will work on software design, testing and optimization from early prototypes until productization! The work involves devising performance evaluation methodologies on SW/HW prototypes, analyzing logs, and making recommendations for implementing in software based on trade-off analysis at a system & product level. **Minimum Qualifications** + Strong understanding in one of Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Thread, or related protocols + Background or research experience in RF, Digital, and Wireless communications + Experience working with wireless sniffers and protocol analyzers to debug and root cause issues + Experience with Python for testing, data analysis, and visualization + Knowledge of TCP/IP protocol suite + BS Electrical engineering, Computer engineering, Software engineering, or Computer Science **Key Qualifications** **Preferred Qualifications** + Experience with power, performance trade-off analysis + Experience with CPU profiling and optimizations + Programming in C or C++ is a plus + MS or PhD is a plus + Approach problems flexibly, adjusting strategies as needed for practical solutions. + Focus on priorities and drive efforts toward achieving results. + Stay curious, continually seeking to learn and improve processes. **Education & Experience** **Additional Requirements** **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 $250,600, 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. 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