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Apple has posted a job opening for a 6G cellular modem systems engineer. According to 9to5Mac, the position offers an annual salary of $175,000 to $308,500 plus stock awards, requires at least 10 years of cellular technology experience, and lists experience using generative AI and LLM tools as a minimum qualification. Responsibilities include defining next-generation modem features, designing performance and power-efficiency algorithms, and driving technology into implementation. The report also states that the first official 6G technical specification is expected to be finalized by the end of 2028, with commercial networks and compatible devices expected to appear around 2030. Currently, this job posting is the only development supported by evidence, with no further progress yet.
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Apple is hiring cellular modem engineers to prepare for the transition to 6G
Apple has posted a 6G cellular modem systems engineer position with an annual salary of $175,000 to $308,500, plus stock awards, requiring at least 10 years of cellular technology experience and listing experience with generative AI and LLM tools as a minimum qualification. The role involves defining next-generation modem features, designing performance and power-efficiency algorithms, and driving technology into implementation. The first official 6G technical specification is expected to be finalized by the end of 2028, with commercial networks and compatible devices expected to appear around 2030.