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ANE Pre-Silicon Driver Engineer

Today Sunnyvale, CA

The Apple Neural Engine Software team develops the compiler and runtime for machine learning accelerators on Apple Silicon.

Description

In our ANE software team, we are dedicated to providing hardware acceleration using the Apple Neural Engine to enable real time, low power and high performance execution of Deep Learning workloads. Our success is the result of very dynamic people working in an environment which cultivates creativity, partnership and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities:

Analyze and implement software interfacing with the hardware for artificial intelligence applications across a wide range of Apple product platforms

Develop software across our framework, driver and firmware

Collaborate closely with model teams to support new machine learning models on our hardware

Work cross functionally with hardware and software teams to resolve issues

Conduct performance profiling and diagnostics using and developing specialized tools

Engage with QA teams

Preferred Qualifications

MS or PhD in computer science, machine learning or related field

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Experience in low level software architecture, modeling or validation

Familiarity with AI networks for example CNN, transformer and diffusion model architectures and their performance characteristics

Proficiency with profiling and optimizing complex software

Experience with SoC low level software development, distributed computing or hardware acceleration

Strong background in data science and statistical methods, with demonstrated ability to analyze large datasets and present complex insights clearly

Experience with MLIR

Experience with Swift

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Minimum Qualifications

BS and a minimum of 10 years experience with system software development

Experience with compiler development

Excellent programming skills in C, C++ or Python

Pay & Benefits

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

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Client-provided location(s): Sunnyvale, CA
Job ID: apple-200676461-3956
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2026-08-10T19:30:32

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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