Research Scientist/ Engineer - Special Projects
AppleResearch Scientist/ Engineer - Special Projects
AppleLocation
Santa Clara, CA, Seattle, WA
Type
Full-time
Posted
5/5/2026
Compensation
Not listed
Job description
We are looking for research scientists and engineers to drive innovations in language models, machine learning, and related fields. The team consists of world-class experts who contribute to cutting-edge technologies within the Apple ecosystem. You will engage in developing frontier models and agentic workflows, ensuring that our work is published in prestigious scientific venues. The environment fosters innovation, productivity, and enjoyment among team members.
Requirements
- Significant experience building complete prototypes that achieve state-of-the-art performance in relevant areas.
- Solid software engineering skills in complex, multi-language systems.
- Fluency in Python.
- Expertise in ML algorithms and best practices for deep learning systems.
- Proficiency with ML modeling frameworks such as PyTorch and TensorFlow.
- A Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
Responsibilities
- Create breakthrough innovations in language models and machine learning.
- Develop and implement state-of-the-art prototypes.
- Collaborate with a team of researchers and engineers.
- Contribute to publications in selective scientific journals and conferences.
- Maintain a strong overall software development approach by delivering clean, well-tested code.
Benefits
- Employees at Apple are often offered comprehensive benefits that support physical and mental well-being—flexible medical plans, confidential counseling, onsite wellness centers at major campuses, and resources for fitness and daily life. Families typically receive fertility support, paid parental leave with gradual return, caregiving leave, and dependent-care guidance, while financial perks commonly include stock grants (with purchase discounts), 401(k) matching, and income-protection coverage. Employees also see robust time off, Apple University learning and tuition reimbursement, donation matching and paid volunteer hours, and deep product and partner discounts.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Apple Inc
As of Aug 23, 2026
Initial approvals
1,065
FY2026
Approval rate
99.0%
FY2026
LCA certified
9,221
FY2026
Entry-level share
5.6%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
+30%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
-35%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.
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