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AIML - Distinguished Engineer, Foundation Models

Yesterday Cupertino, CA

We are a group of engineers and researchers responsible for building foundation models at Apple. We build infrastructure, datasets, and models with fundamental general capabilities such as understanding and generation of text, images, speech, videos, and other modalities and apply these models to Apple products.

We are looking for researchers who are passionate about developing algorithms, techniques, and systems that push the frontier of deep learning and delight millions of users with Apple products powered by foundation models.

Description

We believe that the most interesting problems in deep learning research arise when we try to apply learning to real-world use cases, and this is also where the most important breakthroughs come from. You will work with a close-knit and fast-growing team of world-class engineers and scientists to tackle some of the most challenging problems in foundation models and deep learning, including natural language processing, multi-modal understanding, and combining learning with knowledge.

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As a distinguished engineer, you will identify new directions in research or products and land big impacts along these directions and influence the direction of Apple's AI efforts.

Preferred Qualifications

Web-scale information retrieval

Human-like conversation agent

Multi-modal perception for existing products and future hardware platforms

On-device intelligence and learning with strong privacy protections

Minimum Qualifications

Demonstrated expertise in deep learning with a publication record in relevant conferences (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, CVPR, ICCV, ECCV, KDD, ACL, ICASSP, InterSpeech) or a track record in applying deep learning techniques to products

Proficient programming skills in Python and one of the deep learning toolkits such as JAX, PyTorch, or Tensorflow

Ability to work in a collaborative environment

PhD, or equivalent practical experience, in Computer Science, or related technical field

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 .

Client-provided location(s): Cupertino, CA
Job ID: apple-200625391-0836_rxr-658
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-11-10T19:05:27

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Parental Benefits

      • Work Flexibility

        • Office Life and Perks

          • Vacation and Time Off

            • Financial and Retirement

              • Professional Development

                • Diversity and Inclusion

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