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Senior Machine Learning Engineer, Proactive - Apple Intelligence Data Platform

Apple

Location

Seattle, WA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/5/2026

Compensation

Not listed

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Job description

The Senior Machine Learning Engineer will join the Apple Intelligence Data Platform team, focusing on developing and integrating foundational components for on-device and cloud-based intelligence. This role involves building scalable, privacy-conscious machine learning systems that enhance user experiences across Apple's ecosystem. The engineer will collaborate with various teams to power innovative features like Siri Suggestions and Writing Tools. This position is ideal for candidates with expertise in generative AI and machine learning.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of increasing responsibility and relevant experience
  • Bachelor's Degree or higher in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Information Retrieval, Data Science or a related field
  • Experience in Knowledge Graphs, RAG systems, and integration of LLMs with external memories
  • Excellent software design, problem solving, critical thinking and collaborative skills
  • Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Python, Go, Java, C++, or Swift
  • MS or Ph.D. in Computer Science or a related field
  • Deep understanding of machine learning and deep learning algorithms
  • Experience in LLM, machine learning, deep learning, information retrieval or natural language processing
  • Strong analytical and independent problem-solving skills
  • Experience working in cross-functional teams across product, design, and infrastructure

Responsibilities

  • Develop and integrate foundational components for on-device and cloud-based intelligence
  • Design, build, and deploy scalable agent systems that understand user context
  • Collaborate closely with engineering teams to power Apple Intelligence features
  • Influence user interactions with Apple products through context-aware and personalized experiences
  • Stay abreast of state-of-the-art technologies in machine learning and AI

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.

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