Machine Learning Research Engineer

Apple Inc

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Location
Cupertino, CA
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$150,400–$277,600 / yr
Posted
106 days ago
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Apple Inc. is a multinational technology company known for designing and manufacturing consumer electronics, software, and online services, including the iPhone, Mac, iPad, and App Store. Industry: Consumer Electronics & Software

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TL;DR · Machine Learning Research Engineer

Machine Learning Research Engineer, SIML - ISE joins the System Intelligence Machine Learning organization to focus on multi-modal perception and reasoning. This role involves designing and developing models and algorithms that integrate visual and language data for comprehensive understanding. The engineer will perform hands-on experimentation, model training, performance analysis, and fine-tune or distill multimodal large language models. Key responsibilities include translating product requirements into impactful machine learning solutions and communicating research outcomes to various stakeholders. The position requires proficiency in Python and deep learning frameworks like PyTorch, along with expertise in vision-language models, natural language processing, and computer vision fundamentals. This work addresses the technical challenge of creating intuitive experiences across modalities such as vision, language, gesture, gaze, and touch within the core product areas of Apple Intelligence, Camera, Photos, and Visual Intelligence.

What you'll do

  • Develop and adapt AI models for multimodal perception and reasoning.
  • Design robust algorithms that integrate visual and language data for comprehensive understanding.
  • Fine-tune, adapt, and distill multi-modal Large Language Models (MLLMs).
  • Conduct hands-on experimentation, model training, and performance analysis.
  • Translate product requirements into effective machine learning solutions.
  • Communicate research outcomes and actionable insights to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Stay current with emerging methods in Vision-Language Models and related fields.

What we're looking for

  • Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related field.
  • Relevant industry experience as an alternative to an advanced degree.
  • Proficiency in Python and deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch.
  • Practical experience with training and evaluating neural networks.
  • Familiarity with multimodal learning, vision-language models (VLMs), or large language models (LLMs).
  • Strong understanding of natural language processing (NLP) and computer vision fundamentals.
  • Proven track record of research contributions in top-tier conferences and journals.
  • Ability to communicate technical results clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

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