Job Description
RF Passive Design Engineer San Diego, California, United States Hardware Summary Posted:
Jun 02, 2026 Role Number:
200665279-3543 Do you love working on challenges that no one has solved yet? Do you like changing the game? Envision what you could do here! At Apple, we believe new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. We are looking to hire a Chip Passive Design Engineer in a group at Apple that develops RF/AMS chips that will be used in Apple mobile devices. You will be responsible for on chip inductors / transformers/ caps/ transmission lines designs, as well as on chip filters, phase shifters, and couplers etc. You will orchestrate the process from design to tape-out and work closely with multi-functional teams including RF design team, packaging design team, CAD, process teams etc. Description • Electrical and Physical design of EM/Microwave components and circuits. • Working with RF/packaging/CAD/Process engineering multi-functional teams to architect and develop future RF on chip passives. Responsibilities Own from the circuit design, EM simulation and physical layout to the quality assurance for tapeout of the passive circuit. Minimum Qualifications Bachelors degree required. Preferred Qualifications Demonstrates deep knowledge on electromagnetic theory, microwave engineering and antenna engineering. Proficiency with EM passive designs and familiarity with EM simulation tools like HFSS, EMX, or Momentum. Experience on chip EM modeling is helpful. Familiar with on-wafer measurement, have experience using VNA, TDR, LCR
meters etc. Excellent academic background with industry related work experience beyond graduate school studies. Good written and verbal communication skills. 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 $120,300 and $210,100, 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. 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. At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You'll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong. Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.
