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Senior Machine Learning Engineer, Apple Intelligence Data Platform

Apple
Full-time
On-site
Seattle, Washington, United States
Machine Learning
As an engineer on the Apple Intelligence Data Platform team, you will work on developing and integrating foundational components for on-device and cloud-based intelligence. You will focus on designing, building, and deploying scalable agent systems that understand your context and personal knowledge. Your work will directly influence how users interact with Apple products through context-aware, proactive, and personalized experiences. This role is ideal for candidates with hands-on experience in Vector databases, Knowledge Graphs, Semantic Search, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), decoding strategies, Generative AI inference, and prompt optimization. You will collaborate closely with several engineering teams at Apple —such as Accessibility, Hardware, Human Interface, NLP, Privacy, etc- to power exciting Apple Intelligence features and ship them to our customers.


  • 5+ years of increasing responsibility and relevant experience
  • Bachelor's Degree or higher in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Information Retrieval, Data Science or a related field.
  • Experience in Knowledge Graphs (KG), RAG systems, integration of LLMs with external memories, Vector databases and related fields.
  • Excellent software design, problem solving, critical thinking and collaborative skills including written and verbal communication
  • Proficiency in one or more of the following languages: Python, Go, Java, C++, or Swift
  • Ability to understand/clarify product requirements and translate them into technical tasks in ML modeling and engineering


  • MS or Ph. D in Computer Science or a related field
  • Deep understanding of machine learning and deep learning algorithms
  • Experience in LLM, machine learning, deep learning, information retrieval or natural language processing
  • Strong analytical and independent problem-solving skills
  • Experience working in cross-functional teams across product, design, and infrastructure


At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $166,600 and $296,300, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
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