AI Architect

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 207,400 - 311,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental

Employee stock plan

Tuition reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Cupertino is seeking an AI Architect to design and deploy AI-powered tools for the Legal Operations team, bridging engineering, legal and business units.

You will lead the development of prototypes, integrate LLMs, and deliver scalable AI solutions that enhance legal workflows and knowledge management. The ideal candidate has strong software engineering and AI expertise, excellent communication skills, and a product-minded approach to translating business needs into practical tools

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of experience building and deploying AI/ML or automation solutions in production environments
• Strong programming skills in Python and ability to master new frameworks/tools
• Experience with modern AI architectures including context engineering, tool use and retrieval augmented generation
• Proven ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Strong product development mindset—translate business needs into scalable AI tools
• Prior experience in legal tech or legal operations

Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy AI solutions that enhance legal workflows, including contract review, document classification, knowledge management and workflow automation
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with attorneys, legal operations, compliance and engineering teams to identify and prioritize AI use cases
• Act as a product developer and owner from concept to rollout—defining requirements, developing proofs of concept, collecting feedback and iterating solutions
• Integrate large language models (LLMs) and other AI technologies into existing systems (e.g., document management, eDiscovery, CLM, or knowledge bases)
• Evaluate and integrate third‑party legal AI tools and platforms as needed, ensuring compatibility and compliance with internal systems
• Maintain strong documentation and governance around data usage, model performance and ethical AI standards
• Stay current on emerging trends in AI, machine learning and legal tech to help shape the department’s AI strategy

Skills

AI/ML

Python

Context engineering

RAG

Product mindset

Cross-functional

Legal tech

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/related

Tools

Ironclad

Icertis

DocuSign CLM

iManage

NetDocuments

Job description

Cupertino, California, United States Corporate Functions

Are you a builder and problem-solver who thrives in cross-functional environments? Do you possess a deep knowledge of the legal industry and a passion for innovation? As a part of our legal operations AIML team, you’ll help drive AI solutions across the legal domain. Working for a company that invents entire categories and industries means you’ll be challenged to creatively apply your expertise to rare and often unexplored aspects of the legal industry. We are seeking an AI Architect to join our Legal Operations team and lead the design, development and deployment of AI-powered tools and automation solutions that transform how our Legal Department operates. This is a unique opportunity for a technically skilled and product-minded professional who can bridge the gap between engineering, legal, and business functions. You will work closely with attorneys, legal ops specialists, and other engineering teams to identify opportunities for AI-driven efficiency, develop prototypes and bring scalable solutions to life. The ideal candidate combines strong software engineering and AI expertise with excellent communication skills, product sensibility and a curiosity about legal workflows and technology.

Description

As an AI Architect, you will be responsible for overseeing the design and execution of key tool development programs. This is a unique opportunity for a technically skilled and product-minded professional who can bridge the gap between engineering, legal, and business functions. You will work closely with attorneys, legal ops specialists, and other engineering teams to identify opportunities for AI-driven efficiency, develop prototypes and bring scalable solutions to life. The ideal candidate combines strong software engineering and AI expertise with excellent communication skills, product sensibility and a curiosity about legal workflows and technology. Key responsibilities may include:

• Develop and deploy AI solutions that enhance legal workflows, including contract review, document classification, knowledge management and workflow automation.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with attorneys, legal operations, compliance and engineering teams to identify and prioritize AI use cases.
• Act as a product developer and owner from concept to rollout—defining requirements, developing proofs of concept, collecting feedback and iterating solutions.
• Integrate large language models (LLMs) and other AI technologies into existing systems (e.g., document management, eDiscovery, CLM, or knowledge bases).
• Evaluate and integrate third‑party legal AI tools and platforms as needed, ensuring compatibility and compliance with internal systems.
• Maintain strong documentation and governance around data usage, model performance and ethical AI standards.
• Stay current on emerging trends in AI, machine learning and legal tech to help shape the department’s AI strategy.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience building and deploying AI/ML or automation solutions in production environments.
• Strong programming skills in Python (proven ability to quickly master new frameworks and tools).
• Demonstrated experience with modern AI architectures including context engineering, tool use and retrieval augmented generation.
• Proven ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong product development mindset—able to translate business needs into practical, scalable AI tools.
• Prior experience in or exposure to legal tech or legal operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with DMS, document intelligence and CLM systems (e.g., Ironclad, Icertis, DocuSign CLM), document management platforms (e.g., iManage, NetDocuments) or legal AI tools (e.g., Harvey, Luminance, Casetext, Spellbook, etc.).
• Experience building internal AI assistants or chatbots for enterprise knowledge retrieval.
• Understanding of data privacy, compliance and governance frameworks relevant to legal data.

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $207,400 and $311,700, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses—including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.

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