Senior Systems Engineer, Special Projects

Apple Inc

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Work type: On-site
Location: Cupertino, CA
Salary: $184,700–$324,800 / yr
Posted: 5 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live 2 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 Systems Engineer, Special Projects

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The Senior Systems Engineer - Special Projects joins a nimble team focused on transforming state-of-the-art intelligence research into usable features and systems on Apple platforms. This role involves researching, debating, and implementing cutting-edge capabilities while integrating LLMs into existing systems to provide seamless, intelligence-powered functionality. The engineer will design robust, scalable architectures for data orchestration, build tools to make complex AI systems observable and debuggable, and rapidly prototype ideas for iterative development. Key technical requirements include proficiency in Swift or Objective-C, along with experience in common Apple platform frameworks and design patterns. Preferred skills include JavaScript, Python, and a strong understanding of Generative AI, Agentic Systems, RAG workflows, and API design. The role addresses the challenge of turning advanced machine learning research into practical, high-quality user experiences across various products.

What does a Systems Engineer earn in California?

Median $194000 from 61 postings across 16 companies.

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Skills

Swift Objective-C Python JavaScript LLMs Generative AI RAG Agentic Systems API Design Data Orchestration Apple Platforms Machine Learning

What you'll do

Research and evaluate the latest industry intelligence capabilities to inform future Apple features.
Collaborate with ML research teams to implement cutting-edge research on Apple platforms.
Integrate Large Language Models (LLMs) into existing systems to power seamless user features.
Design robust, scalable architectures for data orchestration in AI-driven systems.
Rapidly build and iterate on prototypes to test new product ideas.
Develop tools to make complex AI systems observable, understandable, and debuggable.

What we're looking for

At least 8 years of proven experience in software development, preferably on Apple platforms.
Strong proficiency in Swift and/or Objective-C.
Deep experience with tools, frameworks, and design patterns common to Apple platforms.
Proficiency in JavaScript and Python.
Experience or strong understanding of Generative AI, LLMs, Agentic Systems, or RAG workflows.
Experience integrating LLMs into existing systems.
Experience with API design for both other engineers and AI systems.

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