Staff Machine Learning Engineer, Tools and Framework AI

Apple • Cupertino, CA

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About The Position

On the Tools and Frameworks AI team, you'll work on projects that push the boundaries of what's possible with AI. We're solving problems at the frontier of the field, building tools and capabilities, and figuring out what the next generation of software development looks like. We take these innovations from concept to production, ensuring our work delivers real impact at scale. You'll see your contributions move from early explorations to production systems that users depend on daily.

Requirements

• At least 8 years of hands-on experience in software engineering, with focus on machine learning
• Demonstrated expert knowledge of machine learning modeling and applied machine learning research
• Strong programming skills in: Python, Java, C++ or Swift
• Track record of delivering high quality products and solving complex problems in innovative ways
• Thrive in a collaborative environment and communicate clearly and confidently with partner teams
• Masters OR PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning Engineering or equivalent professional experience

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on experience working on developer productivity AI tools
• Full-stack software developer experience with experience building ML infra at scale
• Experience leading AI/ML projects

Responsibilities

• Drive AI-powered software development from initial design through production deployment.
• Architect and build machine learning systems that push the boundaries of what's possible in software development.
• Write production-quality code that scales to meet real-world demands.
• Work closely with product managers, software engineers, and researchers across the organization to translate ambitious ideas into robust, shipping solutions.
• Make critical design decisions.
• Mentor other engineers.
• Ensure exploratory work successfully transitions into production systems that deliver measurable impact.

What This Job Offers

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