Machine Learning Research Engineer

Description

Your responsibilities will extend to the design and development of a comprehensive data selection, curation and annotation framework for foundation models  are looking for people passionate about innovating and applying ML algorithms that enable us to create high-quality and impactful datasets. As part of this role, you will also build evaluation benchmarks and evaluation methodologies to measure capabilities of existing models, work on data curation pipelines to hillclimb on benchmarks, and develop training frameworks for fine-tuning Foundation Models.

• Masters in Computer Science, Machine Learning or related field
• Demonstrated expertise in computer vision, natural language processing, and machine learning with a passion for data-centric machine learning.
• Deep understanding and expertise in foundation models.
• Familiarity with emerging trends in generative AI and multi-modal LLM.
• Strong programming skills and hands-on experience using the following languages or deep learning frameworks:
  Python, PyTorch, or Jax.

• Familiarity with end-to-end Machine Learning Lifecycle
• Demonstrated evidence of prior experience and expertise in data-centric machine learning research
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Experience with recent post-training methodologies including reinforcement learning
• Ph.D in Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Computer Vision, Data Science, Statistics or related areas

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 $139,500 and $258,100, 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.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.