Apple has an extraordinary reputation for product quality. We are looking for a talented Machine Learning Engineer with a strong background in Large Language Models (LLMs) to build the next generation ML evaluation frameworks and tools. In this role, you will leverage LLMs and other ML techniques to help automate large-scale data generation and evaluation job execution on server or on device, build LLM judges, detect anomalies, and streamline ML evaluation workflows. This is a high-impact role where you'll work at the intersection of AI/ML, conversational agents, information retrieval, software engineering, and ML evaluation, helping us push the boundaries of how AI can transform ML evaluation.
Description
Design and develop machine learning and LLM-based solutions for ML model and system evaluation use cases such as: Automatic large scale data generation Automatic UI and Non UI test evaluation Run evaluation jobs at scale Build and optimize LLM judges Intelligent log summarization and anomaly detection Fine-tune or prompt-engineer foundation models (e.g., Apple, GPT, Claude) for Evaluation-specific applications. Collaborate with QA teams to integrate models into testing frameworks. Continuously evaluate and improve model performance through A/B testing, human feedback loops, and retraining. Monitor advances in LLMs and NLP and propose innovative applications within the ML evaluation domain.
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Minimum Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in machine learning, including hands-on work with LLMs.
- Strong programming skills in Python and experience with ML/NLP libraries
- Experience building or fine-tuning LLMs for software engineering tasks
- Understanding of prompt engineering, and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG)
- Experience developing LLM based automated evaluation frameworks
- Excellent knowledge of software testing methodologies & practices
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in Swift/XCTest/XCUITest is preferred
- Ability to thrive in a collaborative working environment within your team and beyond
- Ability to triage problems, prioritize accordingly, and propose a resolution
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 $143,100 and $264,200, 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.
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 .
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