Apple

Senior Engineer, Satellite Resource Optimization

Apple$120K — $160K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Deep expertise in distributed systems architecture, especially in satellite networks or large-scale communication systems
  • Strong background in algorithm design and optimization for resource allocation and network efficiency
  • Proven experience in building and operating highly resilient systems at scale
  • Proficiency in Python, Go, and/or C++ for systems development
  • Strong understanding of network protocols and wireless communication principles
  • Experience with telemetry and observability systems for distributed infrastructure
  • MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent with 5+ years of relevant experience

Responsibilities

  • Architect and implement scalable solutions for global satellite resource usage
  • Design algorithms that optimize efficiency and reliability in distributed architectures
  • Develop systems supporting customer-facing Apple services
  • Solve complex challenges in satellite communications and resource optimization
  • Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to balance technical and practical solutions
  • Monitor and ensure resilience of mission-critical systems in real-time
  • Contribute to the ongoing development of monitoring and telemetry systems

Benefits

  • Access to cutting-edge technology in satellite and wireless communications
  • Opportunity to work on highly visible projects impacting critical user communications
  • Collaborative environment with multidisciplinary teams
  • Potential for career growth within Apple’s Satellite Communications Group
  • Engagement with complex technical challenges in a fast-paced setting
Full Job Description
Description

Apple is seeking a Senior Engineer with wireless and software engineering experience to join our Satellite Communications Group radio algorithm optimization team. Our team develops the network layers, monitoring systems, and large-scale resilient infrastructure that enable customers to access critical communications services via satellite-even in the most remote locations.

In this role, you will architect and implement scalable solutions that optimize global satellite resource usage. You'll design algorithms and systems that balance efficiency, reliability, and customer experience in a distributed architecture supporting unique, customer-facing Apple services.

This is a highly visible role where your work directly impacts users in critical situations, offering the opportunity to solve complex technical challenges at the intersection of satellite communications, distributed systems and resource optimization.

Minimum Qualifications

Deep expertise in distributed systems architecture and implementation, particularly in satellite networks or similar large-scale communication systems

Strong background in algorithm design, optimization, and implementation for resource allocation and network efficiency

Proven experience building and operating highly resilient, mission-critical systems at scale

Proficiency in Python, Go, and/or C++ for systems development

Strong understanding of network protocols and wireless communication principles

Experience with telemetry, monitoring, and observability systems for distributed infrastructure

Ability to balance technical complexity with practical, scalable solutions

Excellent problem-solving skills with a track record of delivering results in fast-paced environments

Strong collaboration and communication skills across multidisciplinary teams

MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent professional experience with 5+ years of relevant industry experience in distributed systems, wireless communications, or satellite networks

This position requires access to U.S. export-controlled technology and technical data regulated under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants must be eligible to access this export-controlled information.

Preferred Qualifications

PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent

Hands-on experience with satellite networks or satellite communications systems

Proficiency in multiple languages from: Python, Go, and C++

Experience with wireless communication principles and RF systems

Familiarity with regulatory compliance requirements for global communications systems

Experience with resource scheduling and optimization in constrained network environment

Experience building telemetry, monitoring, and observability systems for distributed infrastructure

About Apple

Apple is a corporation that designs, manufactures, and markets mobile communication and media devices, personal computers, portable digital music players, and sells a variety of related software, services, peripherals, networking solutions, and third-party digital content and applications. Apple provides many products and services, including iPhone; iPad; iPod; Mac; Apple TV; a portfolio of consumer and professional software applications; the iOS and OS X operating systems; iCloud; and accessories, service, and support offerings. It sells its products worldwide through its retail stores, online stores, direct sales force and third-party cellular network carriers, wholesalers, retailers, and value-added resellers to the consumer and also sells third-party iPhone, iPad, Mac and iPod compatible products, including application software and accessories through its online and retail stores. Introduced in 1984, the Macintosh was the first widely sold personal computer with a graphical user interface (GUI). That feature and others such as an improved floppy drive design and a low-cost hard drive that made data retrieval faster helped Apple cultivate a reputation for innovation. Apple was named as the most admired company in the United States in 2008 and in the world from 2008 to 2012 by the Fortune magazine. The company was founded by Steven Paul Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ronald Gerald Wayne on April 1, 1976, and is headquartered in Cupertino, California.

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154,000 employees
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Net Income
$63.9 billion
Founded
1976
5 Year Trend
+11.5%
Revenue
$294.1 billion
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