Apple · 6 days ago
Staff Machine Learning Engineer (Generative AI)
Cupertino, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$181K/yr - $318K/yr
5+ years expApple is seeking a Staff Machine Learning Engineer specializing in Generative AI to convert high-level goals into measurable requirements. The role involves collaborating with engineering teams and designers to implement and evaluate various AI/ML technologies, specifically focusing on enhancing Apple Maps.
AppsArtificial Intelligence (AI)BroadcastingDigital EntertainmentFoundational AIMedia and EntertainmentMobile DevicesOperating SystemsTVWearables
Responsibilities
Proposing, implementing, evaluating, and shipping different AI/ML technologies and resulting data to achieve a given task
Collaborating with various partners, including engineering orgs and designers to architect the best overall system
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience in building large scale machine learning systems
Deep understanding of NLP fundamentals including embedding generation, text similarity, entity recognition
2+ years of experience in one or more of the following ML areas: generative AI models (e.g. Transformers, LLMs, VLMs, etc)
Strong programming skills and hands-on experience with machine learning tools and libraries such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, Scikit-learn; programming skills in Scala, Python, Java, or C++
Experience working with large scale and real world datasets
Knowledge of Spark, Solr/Lucene, Cassandra, and related big data technologies
Metrics focused and passionate about delivering models that render high quality results
Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure
Strong problem-solving, communication, and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
Preferred
Understanding of Knowledge graphs and their applications to entity matching
Working knowledge of Deep learning and computer vision, are pluses
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
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10001+ employees
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Funding
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CEO
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