AIML - Machine Learning Engineer, Foundation Models

Apple; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 207,000 - 379,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a passionate Machine Learning Engineer to join a dynamic team focused on building foundation models. This exciting role involves tackling complex challenges in deep learning, including natural language processing and multi-modal understanding. You'll have the opportunity to innovate and see your ideas enhance the user experience for millions. With a commitment to collaboration and cutting-edge research, this position offers a chance to contribute to groundbreaking advancements in AI technology. Join a forward-thinking company that values your growth and creativity!

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Discounted products

Free services

Educational reimbursement

Discretionary bonuses

Employee stock purchase plan

Qualifications

• Proven experience in training or deploying large models.
• Strong programming skills in Python and deep learning frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Work on challenging problems in foundation models and deep learning.
• Develop novel applications of deep learning in products.

Skills

Python

Deep Learning

JAX

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Education

PhD in Computer Science

Equivalent practical experience

Tools

Deep Learning Toolkits

Job description

AIML - Machine Learning Engineer, Foundation Models

Cupertino, California, United States Machine Learning and AI

Summary

Posted: Feb 28, 2025

Role Number: 200566494

We are a group of engineers and researchers responsible for building foundation models at Apple. We build infrastructure, datasets, and models with fundamental general capabilities such as understanding and generation of text, images, speech, videos, and other modalities and apply these models to Apple products. We are looking for engineers who are passionate about building systems that push the frontier of deep learning in terms of scaling, efficiency, and flexibility and delight millions of users in Apple products.

Description

We believe that the most interesting problems in deep learning research arise when we try to apply learning to real-world use cases, and this is also where the most important breakthroughs come from. You will work with a close-knit and fast-growing team of world-class engineers and scientists to tackle some of the most challenging problems in foundation models and deep learning, including natural language processing, multi-modal understanding, and combining learning with knowledge. Further, you will have opportunities to identify and develop novel applications of deep learning in Apple products. You will see your ideas not only published in papers, but also improve the experience of millions of users.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Proven track record in training or deployment of large models or building large-scale distributed systems.
2. Proficient programming skills in Python and one of the deep learning toolkits such as JAX, PyTorch, or Tensorflow.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Web-scale information retrieval
2. Human-like conversation agent
3. Multi-modal perception for existing products and future hardware platforms
4. On-device intelligence and learning with strong privacy protections
5. Ability to work in a collaborative environment
6. PhD, or equivalent practical experience, in Computer Science, or related technical field

Pay & Benefits

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 $207,800 and $378,700, 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 take affirmative action to ensure 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.