AIML - Principal ML Engineer/Scientist, Sr. Mgr, Image/Video Generation and Multimodal Foundati[...]

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Principal ML Engineer/Scientist, where you'll lead innovative projects in image, video, and 3D generation. This role offers the chance to shape the future of multimodal foundation models, collaborating with world-class engineers and researchers to create groundbreaking technologies that enhance user experiences. With a strong emphasis on leadership and technical expertise, you'll drive ambitious projects and mentor a talented team. Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including stock options and educational reimbursements, all while contributing to a culture of inclusion and diversity.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Discounted products and free services

Tuition reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Qualifications

• 5+ years managing large teams of ML engineers.
• Hands-on experience in multimodal foundation models.

Responsibilities

• Drive technical directions for image/video generation.
• Collaborate with teams to advance multimodal models.

Skills

Machine Learning

Computer Vision

Image/Video/3D Generation

Data Mining

Data Curation

Project Management

Communication Skills

Education

PhD in Computer Science

MS in Computer Science

Tools

Python

Go

Java

C++

Job description

AIML - Principal ML Engineer/Scientist, Sr. Mgr, Image/Video Generation and Multimodal Foundation Models

**Cupertino, California, United States**

**Machine Learning and AI**

**Summary**

Posted: **May 05, 2025**

Role Number: **200602256**

We are hiring an area lead with strong technical background in Image/Video/3D generation and Multimodal Foundation Models. You will play a critical role in driving the technical directions and building multimodal foundation models for image/video/3D generation, editing, animation and many more. As a member of the team, you will have the opportunity to drive fundamental capabilities, lead teams to work on ambitious projects and collaborate broadly across Apple with world-class engineers and researchers to advance our products and delight millions of users.

**Description**

We are a fast-paced group focusing on model, data and applied research on vision and multimodal foundation models. We are looking for technical leads and managers who have:

* Strong technical background and hand-on experiences in machine learning, computer vision and foundation models
* 5+ years of experience in managing or tech lead big teams of ML engineers, successfully driving team’s mission, execution and growth
* 5+ years of experience in driving complex projects and shipping products
* Strong communication skills and collaborating with x-functional teams

In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to drive roadmaps, propose your own research plan to advance Image/Video/3D generation models and technologies. You’ll provide technical mentorship and guidance to the team and drive execution. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with broader teams across Apple.

**Minimum Qualifications**

+ PhD, MS or equivalent experience

+ Hands on experience in building Image/Video/3D generation and multimodal foundation models

+ 5+ years of experience in managing or leading 20+ engineer teams

+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

+ Excellent understanding of an ML-based product lifecycle.

+ Hands-on experience in data mining and data curation

+ Proficiency in one of following languages: Python, Go, Java, C+ **Preferred Qualifications**

+ Strong experience leading and/or collaborating with a breadth of product areas simultaneously

+ Passion for product and user experience

+ Hands-on experience delivering large-scale products or platforms, leveraging cross-functional partnerships to drive outcomes across multiple organizations

+ Strong experience with systems engineering; in-depth understanding of interdependencies of ML and SW components.

+ Strong history of delivering innovation

+ Ability to develop a long-term vision and execute strategies at scale while maintaining a grasp of technical details for better decision-making

+ Experience with VP-level presentations and reporting

**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.Learn more about Apple Benefits. (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html)

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 (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

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 (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation.

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