Machine Learning Research Engineer, Generative AI

Apple; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 147,000 - 272,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and dental care

Retirement benefits

Discounted Apple products

Educational expense reimbursement

Relocation support

Job summary

Apple is seeking a highly skilled ML Engineer to contribute to core technologies in handwriting and text recognition, and to take ideas from ideation through productization.

The role emphasizes deep learning, computer vision, and NLP with a track record of building product features. Collaboration across teams, strong problem solving, and clear communication are essential.

Qualifications

• PhD or MSc in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a closely related field.
• Industry experience in building product features based on ML including generative models or multimodal LLMs.
• Experience with image processing, computer vision, speech recognition, or natural language processing.
• Proven track record of programming, debugging, and design skill.

Responsibilities

• Apply modern ML methods to solve problems that matter, from ideation to productization.
• Participate in the full development cycle of core technologies including handwriting and text recognition and generation.
• Contribute to building end-to-end ML-enabled experiences and systems.

Skills

Programming

Debugging

Design

Education

PhD or MSc in Computer Science/Computer Engineering

Tools

C++

C

Objective-C

Swift

PyTorch

TensorFlow

JAX

Unix

iOS development

macOS development

Job description

Summary

Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other’s ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you’ll do more than join something — you’ll add something.

Description

As a member of the team you will be responsible for bringing innovative ideas and applying modern machine learning methods to solve problems that matter. From ideation to productization, you will participate in the full development cycle of core technologies, including handwriting and text recognition, handwriting synthesis, document understanding, freeform drawing recognition and generation. The ideal candidate should have experience in computer vision, speech recognition, deep learning, and/or other applications of machine learning systems.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD or MSc in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a closely related field.
• Industry experience in building product features based on ML including generative models or multimodal LLMs.
• Experience with image processing, computer vision, speech recognition, or natural language processing.
• Proven track record of programming, debugging, and design skill.

Preferred Qualifications

• Detailed knowledge of one or more of the following programming languages: C++, C, Objective‑C, or Swift.
• Experience with common ML toolchain such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or JAX.
• Proficiency with Unix, iOS, or macOS development.
• Excellent problem solving, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to produce creative and innovative solutions to challenging problems.
• Enthusiastic about building end-to-end experiences using machine learning.
• High‑quality communication skills and ability to work through ambiguity.

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 $147,400 and $272,100, 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.

• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
• retirement benefits
• a range of discounted products and free services
• reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition
• discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation

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Equal Opportunity & Diversity

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.