Machine Learning Engineer, Evaluation - Responsible AI and Safety

Apple Inc

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Location
Cupertino, CA
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$184,700–$324,800 / yr
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2 days ago
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TL;DR · Machine Learning Engineer, Evaluation - Responsible AI and Safety

AIML - Machine Learning Engineer, Evaluation - Responsible AI and Safety will lead a team within the Responsible AI group to assess and improve the safety and inclusivity of generative AI features. The role involves providing technical direction to operationalize risk assessments into measurable criteria, designing datasets, and developing LLM- and human-in-the-loop methods for data analysis. Key responsibilities include building data pipelines, developing metrics for fairness, and conducting failure investigations for large language models, diffusion models, and multimodal systems. Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in Python, Pandas, and AI-assisted coding tools while applying skills in data science, scientific investigation, and cross-functional stakeholder management. The work focuses on minimizing unintended consequences and ensuring high-quality, trusted AI experiences across diverse languages and locales.

What does a Machine Learning Engineer earn in California?

Median $236000 from 195 postings across 33 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Develop metrics to evaluate safety and fairness risks in generative models and features.
  • Design datasets and identify data needs using human and synthetic generation methods.
  • Develop sampling strategies combining human annotation with auto-grading for high-confidence insights.
  • Implement data pipelines to execute end-to-end safety evaluations for multimodal models.
  • Automate manual workflows and scale infrastructure to optimize evaluation velocity for product releases.
  • Distill project findings into actionable insights for product engineering and safety policy teams.
  • Conduct failure investigations and analyze evaluation results to improve feature safety.
  • Present safety metrics and experimental interpretations to senior leadership and stakeholders.

What we're looking for

  • MS or PhD in a relevant science or technology field with 4+ years of experience, or a BA/BS with 8+ years of experience.
  • At least 2 years of experience directly managing engineering teams.
  • Experience gathering and analyzing multi-modal data, including human- and LLM-generated data.
  • Experience with LLM-Judges and human-in-the-loop techniques, including designing annotation projects and writing guidelines.
  • Proficiency in data science, machine learning, analytics, and programming with Python and Pandas.
  • Cross-functional collaboration skills to prioritize projects, maintain schedules, and communicate with stakeholders.
  • Experience working in the Responsible AI space (preferred).
  • Experience with multimodal models, agentic systems, or compliance and regulatory needs in the AI space (preferred).

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