Machine Learning Researcher, Data and ML Innovation

Apple Inc

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Work type
On-site
Location
Seattle, WA
Salary
$142,300–$263,300 / yr
Posted
2 days ago
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TL;DR · Machine Learning Researcher, Data and ML Innovation

AIML - Machine Learning Researcher, Data and ML Innovation joins the Information Intelligence team to develop groundbreaking technologies for artificial intelligence, machine learning, and natural language processing. You will perform large-scale machine learning and deep learning to improve query understanding and ranking while building fundamental blocks for AI. Responsibilities include developing, fine-tuning, and evaluating domain-specific Large Language Models, conducting applied research to move generative AI into production, and building end-to-end systems for search relevance. The role requires expertise in information retrieval, data mining, and prompt engineering. You will utilize tools such as Spark, Hadoop MapReduce, Hive, and Impala, while working with Python, Go, Java, or C++. This position focuses on solving complex information seeking needs by processing petabytes of data to power search features across various devices and cloud services.

What you'll do

  • Develop, fine-tune, and evaluate domain-specific Large Language Models for various AI products.
  • Conduct applied research to transition generative AI research into production-ready technologies.
  • Build machine learning models for search relevance, ranking, and query understanding.
  • Translate product requirements into specific modeling tasks and engineering requirements.
  • Build end-to-end production systems for query understanding and ranking to power search features.
  • Perform distributed data processing using tools like Spark, Hadoop MapReduce, Hive, and Impala.
  • Integrate search functions into Apple products such as Siri, Spotlight, Safari, and Messages.

What we're looking for

  • PhD, MS, or equivalent experience.
  • Experience in machine learning, deep learning, information retrieval, natural language processing, or data mining.
  • Experience in prompt engineering, fine-tuning, evaluating, and developing data collection/annotation/management tooling for LLMs.
  • Proficiency in Python, Go, Java, or C++.
  • Excellent data analytical skills (preferred).
  • Good interpersonal skills and team player (preferred).
  • A PhD is preferred.

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