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# Software Development Engineer - Cellular (Instrument Engineering) at Apple

Department: Hardware

Compensation · Listed in posting

$150,400 – $277,600

**Location**
: Cupertino, California

**Level**
: mid

**Posted**
: Aug 29, 2026

## Description

The Cellular Software Development Engineer will develop, test, deploy, and support software across the cellular stack for precision protocol, RF, and analog test equipment used to calibrate and test Apple wireless products. The role involves designing and implementing upper- and lower-layer software, using C/C++ and Python, working with distributed service architectures, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. A bachelor’s degree is required, with wireless communications and 5G knowledge preferred; international travel may be required about 10% of the time.

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