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Applied Machine Learning Research Engineer

Apple

Location

Sunnyvale, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

9/23/2026

Compensation

Not listed

Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202699.0% approval+30% YoY
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Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Applied Machine Learning Research Engineer to join our Video Computer Vision group. This role focuses on advancing AI and computer vision capabilities through cutting-edge research projects and practical applications of multimodal large language models. The team has pioneered innovative human-centric features that enhance user interaction with devices. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and stay updated on the latest advancements in the field.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience
  • Experience in developing and training/tuning multimodal large language models
  • Programming skills in Python
  • Expertise in one or more of computer vision, NLP, multimodal fusion, or Generative AI
  • Experience with at least one deep learning framework such as JAX, PyTorch, or similar
  • Publication record in relevant venues
  • PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with a focus on AI, machine learning, or computer vision

Responsibilities

  • Work on cutting-edge research projects to advance AI and computer vision capabilities
  • Contribute to both foundational research and practical applications on multimodal large language models
  • Design, implement, and evaluate algorithms and models for human understanding
  • Collaborate with researchers, data scientists, software engineers, human interface designers, and application domain experts
  • Stay up-to-date on the latest advancements in AI, machine learning, and computer vision

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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