The System Intelligence and Machine Learning (SIML) Content Understanding team is looking for a Senior Research Manager in Multimodal Reasoning. This role involves working on advanced Apple Intelligence capabilities alongside teams focused on operating system-wide embeddings and personalized RAG workstreams. The position requires fluency in algorithm development and the ability to lead cross-functional teams on company-wide efforts. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to collaborate with system engineers to prototype innovative algorithms for emerging experiences.

• PhD or MSc in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with a focus on machine learning.
• Strong fundamentals in machine learning and generative modeling.
• Expertise in Reinforcement Learning, Multimodal Training, or Pre-training/Post-training foundation models.
• Proficiency in using ML toolkits such as PyTorch.
• A proven track record of research contributions through publications or open source contributions.
• Experience in leading applied research efforts in Multimodal-LLMs.
• Familiarity with distributed training and large-scale data infrastructure.

• Lead research investigations in multimodal reasoning.
• Develop and optimize algorithms for state-of-the-art LLM workflows.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance Apple Intelligence capabilities.
• Interface with large scale modeling and data infrastructure.
• Transition applied research initiatives into customer-facing experiences.

• 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.