AIML - Sr. Machine Learning Engineer, World Knowledge

Are you excited about Generative AI and Large Language Models and eager to apply your expertise in a fast-paced, innovative environment? Join a newly created team in AIML focused on building world-class experiences to bring Apple's deep expertise in world knowledge to life. Our team's mission is to foster curiosity and exploration, facilitate learning, and enhance decision-making through innovative products that leverage machine learning at their core. We are seeking a highly motivated, exceptional senior applied research engineer with experience in bringing the latest research to life in stunning, visually immersive products. You'll advance and apply the latest ML techniques to craft a meaningful experience for millions of users worldwide through both rapid prototyping and experimentation — then bring the best of those experiences to users around the world.

We are seeking a candidate with a strong background in applied ML research and development, as well as a passion for building products, to join our team. We are looking for applied ML researchers who can develop end-to-end solutions, from data scaling to model implementation and training, while collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams to bring research to production. To succeed in this role, you should have proven leadership ability in navigating ambiguity, be an excellent communicator, and be a creative problem solver who enjoys learning, experimenting with new ideas, and improving processes, and will learn whatever you need to get the job done. You should also thrive as a team player in a fast-paced environment.

• BSc in Computer Science, Machine Learning, or related field
• 10+ years proven experience leading ML/AI initiatives and teams in a fast-paced environment
• Technical expertise in machine learning, particularly in generative AI, traditional ML, and knowledge graphs
• Experience managing rapid prototyping and proof-of-concept development in ML/AI (particularly GenAI)
• Proficiency in modern ML frameworks and tools (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow)
• Experience leading cross-functional technical teams

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Machine Learning, or related field
• Strong understanding of ML operations, including model development, evaluation, and deployment
• Outstanding project and program management capabilities
• Track record of building strong partnerships with business collaborators
• Exceptional communication skills with ability to translate complex ML concepts for various audiences
• Results-driven with excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Experience with large-scale ML deployments in customer service environments
• Deep understanding of responsible AI practices and model governance frameworks