ML Data Research Scientist

Apple Inc

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Work type
On-site
Location
Cupertino, CA
Salary
$184,700–$277,600 / yr
Posted
50 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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Above market

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This role $231k
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About Apple Inc

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 · ML Data Research Scientist

As an ML Data - Research Scientist, you will join a dynamic team focused on the complexities of multi-modal human data. You will tackle the challenge of establishing reliable ground truth by designing and conducting controlled experiments to evaluate how data collection methods, quality, and composition impact model convergence and performance. Your daily work involves defining research topics, developing new labeling protocols, and characterizing the statistical limits of sensor and annotation pipelines. You will analyze real-world data experiments, such as A/B tests on sampling strategies, to provide actionable recommendations for data pipelines. The role requires expertise in multi-modal human data like video, audio, and motion capture, alongside skills in inter-rater reliability and human probing methods. You will collaborate across hardware, software, and engineering teams to solve technical challenges regarding signal quality and data specifications.

What you'll do

  • Define research topics and data strategies aligned with model performance and product requirements.
  • Design and conduct controlled experiments to evaluate how data collection methods affect model convergence.
  • Develop new methods to collect, label, and interpret multi-modal human data.
  • Establish reliable "ground truth" specifications for complex multi-modal datasets.
  • Characterize the statistical limits of sensors, protocols, and annotation pipelines to inform feasibility.
  • Execute A/B tests on collection methodologies, sampling strategies, and labeling schemes.
  • Translate experimental findings into actionable recommendations for data pipelines and labeling guidelines.
  • Drive data collection from concept to production-scale in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Statistics, Neuroscience, or a related field.
  • Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Statistics, Neuroscience, or a related field is preferred.
  • Hands-on experience in a data-oriented, experimentation-heavy role supporting ML model development.
  • 10 years of relevant industry experience is preferred.
  • Experience with multi-modal human data including video, audio, and motion capture.
  • Familiarity with human probing/annotation methods and inter-rater reliability techniques.
  • Experience designing data collection experiments to evaluate effects on model training and convergence.
  • Strong communication skills to present complex technical findings to diverse audiences.

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