Machine Learning Research Engineer, Input Experience, Apple Intelligence

Apple • Cupertino, CA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Apple is looking for an outstanding Machine Learning Engineer to join their applied machine learning team in Cupertino, California. This team is part of the Input Experience group and is responsible for building machine learning technologies that enable magical user experiences like Math Notes, Smart Script, and Scribble. The role involves applying machine learning and generative AI technologies to create innovative user experiences and build intelligent features for hundreds of millions of users across Apple platforms. The team works on core technologies including handwriting and text recognition, handwriting synthesis, document understanding, and freeform drawing recognition and generation.

Requirements

• PhD or MSc in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a closely related field.
• Industry experience in building product features based on ML including generative models or multimodal LLMs.
• Experience with image processing, computer vision, speech recognition, or natural language processing.
• Proven track record of programming, debugging, and design skill.

Nice To Haves

• Detailed knowledge of one or more of the following programming languages: C++, C, Objective-C, or Swift.
• Experience with common ML toolchain such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or JAX.
• Proficiency with Unix, iOS, or macOS development.
• Excellent problem solving, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to produce creative and innovative solutions to challenging problems.
• Enthusiastic about building end-to-end experiences using machine learning.
• High-quality communication skills and ability to work through ambiguity.

Responsibilities

• Bringing innovative ideas and applying modern machine learning methods to solve problems.
• Participating in the full development cycle of core technologies, from ideation to productization.
• Developing technologies for handwriting and text recognition, handwriting synthesis, document understanding, and freeform drawing recognition and generation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior