Machine Learning Engineer, (Applied Machine Learning), AI & Data Platforms (AiDP)

Apple

Apple

Software Engineering, Data Science
Seattle, WA, USA
USD 139,500-210,100 / year + Equity
Posted on Jan 8, 2026
Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, revolutionary ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences. Join the Ai Data Platform Applied Machine Learning team to pioneer enterprise solutions where generative AI meets Apple's unique commitment to privacy-first innovation. Together, we'll create tools that redefine industries while safeguarding what matters most – our users' trust.
As a pivotal member of Apple's enterprise generative AI efforts, you will support the architecture and optimizing backend systems for high availability and scalability. We design and implement scalable RESTful APIs and microservices using Python, Java, or Go. Our team tackles unique challenges in privacy-preserving generation, efficient inference, and multimodal integration. We deliver production-grade models that meet Apple's rigorous standards for quality, performance, and scalability.
  • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Machine Learning, or a related quantitative field or equivalent experience
  • 2+ years of hands-on experience in machine learning and backend development in industry
  • Experience with microservices architecture and distributed systems
  • Experience in ML frameworks (PyTorch, JAX) for training, fine-tuning, and deploying ML/generative models at scale
  • Proven track record of building enterprise-grade ML pipelines (data prep, distributed training, optimization, monitoring) in cloud environments (AWS, GCP, Azure) or on-prem infrastructure
  • MS in Computer Science, Machine Learning, or a related quantitative field
  • Deep expertise in one of Enterprise GenAI's critical domain, such as document-AI, LLM, agent, embedding, or search
  • Contributions to major open-source ML frameworks or research communities
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $139,500 and $210,100, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.

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Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.