Machine Learning Engineer with Focus on Generative 3D Representations - Europe Vision Group

Apple; Zürich; On-site; CHF 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple’s European Vision Group in Zurich is seeking a researcher/machine learning engineer to shape the future of 3D representations and generative modeling for Apple products. You will design and evaluate ML algorithms that model complex 3D content, accelerating development cycles with innovative monitoring tools.

The role emphasizes deep knowledge of ML, 3D geometry and generative models, plus strong Python/PyTorch skills.

Qualifications

• In-depth understanding of Machine Learning principles.
• In-depth understanding of 3D Geometry, 3D representations, and Computer Vision.
• Strong understanding of generative models and multi-modal foundation models.
• Experience in Python, deep learning and data analysis frameworks (PyTorch, pandas, and similar).
• Experience in large scale projects with good software development principles.
• Scientific mindset and data-driven approach to problem solving.
• Excellent collaboration and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to pick up novel tasks and acquire new skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, evaluate, and improve machine learning algorithms that model 3D content in complex and diverse scenarios.
• Design innovative tools to develop, monitor and improve the quality of our models.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate research outcomes into Apple products.

Skills

Machine Learning

3D Geometry

Generative models

Research mindset

English communication

Tools

Python

PyTorch

Pandas

Job description

Summary
At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion for problem-solving and dedication to your job, and there's no telling what you could accomplish. We advance the state of the art to improve the lives of our customers worldwide.
The European Vision Group (EVG) is dedicated to fundamental and applied research in computer vision and machine learning, with a focus on enriching human communication.
Our team has delivered groundbreaking human-centric vision technologies used by millions worldwide, including Persona for Apple Vision Pro, Portrait Mode, FaceTime Eye Contact, Animoji and ARKit. These innovations are the result of world-class research combined with world-class engineering.
We are seeking a researcher/machine learning engineer who is passionate about shaping the future of Apple products and excited to contribute to the next wave of transformative computer vision experiences.
Description
You will be working on next generation 3D representation and generative modeling projects in our Machine Learning and Computer Vision research and development team in Zurich, Switzerland, combining modern Machine Learning approaches with geometric knowledge from Computer Vision and Computer Graphics. As a member of the algorithm development team, your objective is to accelerate our development cycle through the design of innovative tools to develop, monitor and improve the quality of our models.
This position requires highly-motivated individuals who want to join us in the fast-moving field of large-scale models for 3D representations. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, evaluating, and improving machine learning algorithms that model 3D content in complex and diverse scenarios.
Minimum Qualifications

• In-depth understanding of Machine Learning principles
• In-depth understanding of 3D Geometry , 3D representations, and Computer Vision
• Strong understanding of generative models and/or multi-modal foundation models
• Experience in Python, deep learning and data analysis frameworks (PyTorch, pandas, and similar)
• Experience in working on large scale projects with good software development principles
• Scientific mindset and data-driven approach to problem solving
• Excellent collaboration and teamwork skills
• Willingness to pick up novel tasks and acquire new skills
• Strong written and verbal communication in English

Preferred Qualifications

• Publication record at top conferences such as CVPR, ECCV , ICCV , NeurIPS or SIGGRAPH is a plus
• Experience in the industry is a plus

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