Sr. Machine Learning Research Engineer, Siri Speech

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 185,000 - 325,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Cupertino is seeking a Sr. Machine Learning Research Engineer for Siri Speech to push the boundaries of a deeply personal, private-by-design assistant.

You will prototype and productize ML ideas that improve accuracy and personalization across iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, and visionOS. You will collaborate across teams to ship next-generation Apple Intelligence, balance research with product impact, and translate complex ideas into scalable systems while maintaining user privacy as

Qualifications

• Expertise in Swift, C++, or Objective-C for ML productization.
• Familiarity with model training using PyTorch or JAX.
• Ability to synthesize research ideas into scalable user-facing features.

Responsibilities

• Productize technologies improving accuracy and personalization across Apple platforms.
• Optimize ML algorithms for Siri and related Apple devices.
• Collaborate across teams to ship research-driven solutions while protecting privacy.

Skills

Swift

C++

Objective-C

Education

MS/PhD in Computer Science or related field, or BS with equivalent industry experience

Tools

PyTorch

JAX

Job description

Sr. Machine Learning Research Engineer, Siri Speech

Cupertino, California, United States Machine Learning and AI

Join the team redefining what a deeply personal and integrated assistant can be.As part of the Siri organization, you will help shape one of the world's most widely used AI assistants, powered by our next-generation of Apple Intelligence, with capabilities like personal context understanding and on-screen awareness, built with privacy from the ground up. Your work will have direct, meaningful impact for users across iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, and visionOS.This is a rare opportunity to build at the intersection of cutting-edge AI and human-centered design, shipping technology that is centered around users and their needs.

Description

We are looking for a talented ML Research Engineer who is excited by the prospect of working on Siri, Dictation used by millions of users. Our Engineers are creative, inspired, innovative, energetic, self motivated people who love making and shipping products. Are you one of us? You will primarily be responsible for productizing technologies that help with Accuracy, Personalization and to optimize the algorithms to each of Apple’s Platforms and Devices. To succeed in this role, you must be a strong collaborator, and a creative problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment, working across teams and organizations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Expertise in compiled languages such as Swift, C++, or Objective-C
• Familiarity with model training with PyTorch, JAX or other frameworks
• Ability to synthesize and productize research ideas to millions of users

Preferred Qualifications

• M.S, PhD in Computer Science or related field, or B.S. with equivalent industry experience

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 $184,700 and $324,800, 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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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.

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