Summary
Richard Lee is a WiFi Connectivity Validation Engineer with 12 years of embedded software experience, currently working at Apple in San Jose. He specializes in C and Python for telecommunications and aerospace devices, with deep hands-on expertise in PHY-layer development, RF characterization, and regulatory compliance for WiFi systems. Previously at Mimosa he ported ACS between 802.11 generations, added 160MHz/6GHz support, tuned DFS radar detection, and implemented automated Tx power calibration linking device ADC readings to LitePoint test equipment. His background includes real-time radar processing and instrument automation for aerospace and defense projects, plus teaching experience from Caltech that sharpens his ability to explain complex systems. Known for bridging low-level firmware, test automation, and lab-grade validation, he combines rigorous measurement-driven development with practical production deployment.
13 years of coding experience
7 years of employment as a software developer
International Baccalaureate Diploma, International Baccalaureate Diploma at Great Oak High School
California Institute of Technology
Chinese, English, Japanese