Apple · 13 hours ago
AIML - Backend Engineer, Evaluation
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$140K/yr - $258K/yr
2+ years expApple is a technology company that focuses on enriching lives and empowering creativity through innovative technologies. The Backend Engineer in AIML Evaluation will design and integrate scalable architectures, build core APIs, and lead requirements definition to enhance AI/ML-powered features across Apple platforms.
AppsArtificial Intelligence (AI)BroadcastingDigital EntertainmentFoundational AIMedia and EntertainmentMobile DevicesOperating SystemsTVWearables
Responsibilities
Design and integrate scalable architectures
Build core APIs, frameworks, and libraries that enable Modeling and Evaluation teams to efficiently assess AI/ML-powered features
Lead requirements definition—including proof-of-concept development
Co-own the roadmap for ML evaluation platforms
Ensure seamless system integration and continuous improvement
Strengthen automation, improve model performance assessment, and streamline workflows across AI/ML teams
Build, measure, and optimize software solutions that deliver insights into platform changes
Qualification
Required
2+ years in backend engineering with experience in large-scale software system design and implementation
Proficiency in languages such as Python, GoLang, or Java
Experience with distributed systems, databases (SQL/NoSQL), and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Record of building high-quality, highly scalable backend software systems
Ability to tackle complex challenges, think critically, and deliver innovative solutions
Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented attitude, thriving in a collaborative and fast-paced environment
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
Preferred
Solid understanding of AI feature, model evaluation metrics, and data processing pipelines
Previous experience in a high-growth tech company or similar environment
Familiarity with open-source projects related to AI/ML or backend development
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and infrastructure as code
Master or Ph.D. in a related field
Benefits
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
Relocation
Company
Apple
Apple is a technology company that designs, manufactures, and markets consumer electronics, personal computers, and software.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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$5.67BKey Investors
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Leadership Team
Tim Cook
CEO
Craig Federighi
SVP, Software Engineering
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