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Robot ML Engineer

Apple

Location

Cupertino, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

8/18/2026

Compensation

Not listed

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

This role is for a robotics engineer at Apple, where you will collaborate with a team of skilled engineers and scientists to enhance Apple products through innovative AI and machine learning solutions. The position emphasizes the importance of creativity and teamwork in developing technologies that can change lives. You will be expected to bring a strong technical background and interpersonal skills to the role, contributing to the design and integration of complex AI systems. This is an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment that values diversity and innovation.

Requirements

  • MS or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Math or a related field
  • Strong software engineering background
  • Ability to break down large features and implement practical solutions
  • Curiosity about new technologies and flexibility in ambiguous situations
  • Strong proficiency with robot planning and decision making
  • Strong proficiency with modern machine learning approaches
  • Strong proficiency with classical robotic algorithms
  • Familiarity with the full robotics stack
  • Familiarity with Swift and Apple developer tools

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement AI and machine learning systems to solve real-world problems
  • Evaluate and debug complex AI systems
  • Integrate intricate AI systems into a larger software stack

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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