GPU ML Engineer

Apple; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 150,400 - 277,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Employee stock programs

Relocation support

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Apple's Compute Frameworks team in GPU, Graphics and Displays is seeking engineers to deliver robust compute solutions for accelerating machine learning networks on Apple Silicon.

The role offers opportunities to influence compute and programming models in next-gen GPU architectures, with focus on API design in Metal Performance Shaders and kernel-level optimizations across Apple hardware.

Qualifications

• BS/MS degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
• Minimum 2 years of GPU compute kernel experience.
• Experience with high performance parallel and GPU programming.
• Experience with system-level programming and computer architecture.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Add optimized GPU compute kernels across ML, image, linear algebra and vision.
• Define and implement APIs in Metal Performance Shaders.
• Analyze performance and optimize at kernel level across Apple hardware.
• Collaborate with Platform Architecture to shape compute hardware roadmap.
• Tune GPU-accelerated compute across products.

Skills

GPU programming

Parallel programming

System level programming

Computer architecture

High performance computing

Education

BS/MS degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Metal

Metal Performance Shaders

Job description

Apple's Compute Frameworks team in GPU, Graphics and Displays org provides a suite of high-performance data parallel algorithms for developers inside and outside of Apple for iOS, macOS and Apple TV. Our efforts are currently focused in the key areas of linear algebra, image processing, machine learning, along with other projects of key interest to Apple. We are always looking for exceptionally dedicated individuals to grow our outstanding team.

Description

Our team is seeking extraordinary machine learning and GPU programming engineers who are passionate about providing robust compute solutions for accelerating machine learning networks on Apple Silicon.

Role has the opportunity to influence the design of compute and programming models in next generation GPU architectures.

Responsibilities

• Adding optimized GPU compute kernels across Machine Learning, Image Processing, Linear Algebra and Computer Vision.
• Defining and implementing APIs in Metal Performance Shaders.
• Performing in-depth analysis, compiler and kernel level optimizations to ensure the best possible performance across hardware families.
• Partnering with Platform Architecture teams to define Apple GPU's compute hardware roadmap. Working with hardware team to analyze performance on future silicon
• Tune GPU-accelerated compute across products.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent programming and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong collaboration skills.
• Good understanding of machine learning fundamentals.
• Background in mathematics, including linear algebra and numerical methods is a plus.

Minimum Qualifications

• Technical BS/MS degree and Equivalent experience.
• 2 plus years of experience
• GPU compute kernel framework development, maintenance, and optimization.
• Experience with system level programming and computer architecture.
• Experience with high performance parallel programming, GPU programming experience

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 $150,400 and $277,600, 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

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