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AIML - Sr Backend Engineer, Data and ML Innovation

Apple

Location

Cupertino, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

7/29/2026

Compensation

Not listed

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
Master's with 5+ Years of Experience
PhD with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202699.0% approval+30% YoY
👑 Elite sponsor

Job description

The AI and Machine Learning team at Apple is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to develop world-class data solutions that support machine learning researchers and engineers. This role involves building and maintaining server-side logic while integrating with third-party services. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Python and experience in the Data Engineering and ML domain. You will work closely with project managers and UI/UX designers to deliver high-quality software solutions.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • 10+ years of extensive backend development experience
  • Expertise in architecting and developing backend systems using Python
  • Proficient in REST API, Redis, and large scale data storage systems
  • In-depth knowledge of workflow orchestration systems like Airflow
  • Experience with cloud platforms like AWS or GCP
  • Master or Ph.D. in a related field

Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain server-side logic for applications
  • Develop back-end components and connect applications with third-party web services
  • Support front-end developers by integrating their work with the Python application
  • Analyze business requirements and translate them into technical designs
  • Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver high-quality work on time
  • Build and productionize GenAI applications, including LLM integration and prompt engineering

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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