Senior ML and Backend Software Engineer - Special Projects

Apple Inc

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Work type
On-site
Location
Cupertino, CA
Salary
$181,100–$318,400 / yr
Posted
88 days ago
Nearby
99+ roles within 25 mi

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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 · Senior ML and Backend Software Engineer - Special Projects

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Join the Special Projects group at Apple as a Senior ML and Backend Software Engineer, where you will contribute to building innovative tooling for model evaluation that integrates robotics, generative AI, and data analysis. Your day-to-day responsibilities include designing and scaling backend infra systems using Kubernetes and cloud-native technologies, implementing Python-based large-scale systems for user-facing applications, and integrating with various models to enhance system capabilities. Ideal candidates possess strong Python development skills, deep expertise in cloud-native platform engineering, and a passion for software architecture and developer experience. Experience in bringing AI systems from research to production is essential, along with excellent collaboration and communication skills. This role offers the chance to work on ambitious projects at Apple’s cutting-edge innovation hub.

Skills

Python Kubernetes Cloud-Native Technologies ML Systems Relational Databases Web Development API Design React.js Robotics Embodied AI LLMs

What you'll do

  • Design and scale backend infra systems using Kubernetes and cloud-native technologies.
  • Implement Python tooling for user-facing applications to accelerate model evaluation processes.
  • Integrate various machine learning models to enhance system capabilities and performance.
  • Influence architectural decisions and ensure the reliability, security, and high performance of platforms.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build useful tooling and innovative user experiences.

What we're looking for

  • Strong Python development and cloud-native platform engineering experience.
  • Deep expertise in Kubernetes deployment and management.
  • Experience with ML systems, model evaluation, and relational databases.
  • Background in large-scale web development and software architecture design.
  • Proven ability to bring AI systems from research to production.
  • Excellent collaboration and communication skills for cross-functional teams.

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