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AIML - Principal ML Engineer/Scientist, Image/Video Generation and Multimodal Foundation Models

Yesterday Cupertino, CA

We are hiring an area lead with strong technical background in Image/Video/3D generation and Multimodal Foundation Models. You will play a critical role in driving the technical directions and building multimodal foundation models for image/video/3D generation, editing, animation and many more. As a member of the team, you will have the opportunity to drive fundamental capabilities, lead teams to work on ambitious projects and collaborate broadly across Apple with world-class engineers and researchers to advance our products and delight millions of users.

Description

We are a fast-paced group focusing on model, data and applied research on vision and multimodal foundation models. We are looking for technical leads and managers who have:

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Strong technical background and hand-on experiences in machine learning, computer vision and foundation models

5+ years of experience in managing or tech lead big teams of ML engineers, successfully driving team's mission, execution and growth

5+ years of experience in driving complex projects and shipping products

Strong communication skills and collaborating with x-functional teams

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to drive roadmaps, propose your own research plan to advance Image/Video/3D generation models and technologies. You'll provide technical mentorship and guidance to the team and drive execution. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with broader teams across Apple.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong experience leading and/or collaborating with a breadth of product areas simultaneously

Passion for product and user experience

Hands-on experience delivering large-scale products or platforms, leveraging cross-functional partnerships to drive outcomes across multiple organizations

Strong experience with systems engineering; in-depth understanding of interdependencies of ML and SW components.

Strong history of delivering innovation

Ability to develop a long-term vision and execute strategies at scale while maintaining a grasp of technical details for better decision-making

Experience with VP-level presentations and reporting

Minimum Qualifications

PhD, MS or equivalent experience

Hands on experience in building Image/Video/3D generation and multimodal foundation models

5+ years of experience in managing or leading 20+ engineer teams

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Excellent understanding of an ML-based product lifecycle.

Hands-on experience in data mining and data curation

Proficiency in one of following languages: Python, Go, Java, C++

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Client-provided location(s): Cupertino, CA
Job ID: apple-200602256-3337_rxr-659
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-12-07T19:05:56

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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