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ML Engineer - Robotics

Apple

Location

Cupertino, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

8/5/2026

Compensation

Not listed

PhD Entry-Level
H-1B FY202699.0% approval+30% YoY
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Job description

Apple is seeking a self-motivated robotics engineer to join a team focused on expanding the capabilities of Apple products through innovative AI and robotics solutions. The role involves collaborating with highly skilled engineers and scientists to create new experiences that enhance user interaction with technology. Candidates should possess strong technical and interpersonal skills to thrive in a dynamic environment. The position emphasizes the importance of curiosity and adaptability in the face of new challenges.

Requirements

  • MS/PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Math or related field
  • Strong software engineering background
  • Strong proficiency with modern ML approaches such as LLMs, VLMs, and Diffusion Models
  • Strong proficiency with robot planning and decision making techniques
  • Strong proficiency with classical robotic algorithms
  • Familiarity with the full robotics stack including controls, perception, and motion planning
  • Familiarity with Swift and Apple developer tools

Responsibilities

  • Break down large features and implement practical solutions
  • Collaborate with team members to bring new experiences to Apple products
  • Stay curious about new technologies and maintain flexibility in problem-solving
  • Engage in reasoning under uncertainty and intent prediction for robotics applications

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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