Staff Machine Learning Rendering Engineer - Simulation, Special Projects

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As an engineer in the Special Projects team, you will have an opportunity to be part of an innovation-focused organization within Apple that is exploring integrations between robotics and AI/ML. You will be able to work on highly ambitious, high-reward, and impactful projects in the early stages of development. This team has a strong focus on shipping simulations in service of AI/ML projects. We use both traditional and generative AI techniques in simulation. Our ideal team member is fearless when it comes to trying new things and is willing to iterate on ideas. We value team members who can quickly prototype, iterating all the way to high-quality implementations. Moreover, we value team members who can collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams across the organization.

• Develop and integrate cutting-edge machine learning techniques into rendering pipelines to improve visual fidelity and performance.
• Profile and optimize ML-based rendering solutions to ensure best performance on both real time applications and offline.
• Build pipelines, Machine Learning infra, and tooling focused on simulation and evaluation.
• Review and prototype algorithms, participate in periodic robotics and AI/ML research paper discussions and literature reviews.

• Solid background in machine learning, and specifically in applications related to graphics and image processing. Topics might include Gaussian Splats, denoising algorithms, NeRFs, diffusion models, etc.
• Strong software development skills in terms of projects and features shipped
• Experience with GPU programming (CUDA, DirectX, Metal) and shader languages (HLSL, GLSL)
• Excellent collaboration skills: strong verbal and written communication skills.
• BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science or a related field.

• Experience with both real time and offline rendering systems is a plus
• Experience optimizing ML models for real-time inference on GPUs is a plus
• Experience with large-scale simulation systems is a plus.
• Experience with sensor simulation topics is a plus
• Experience with robotics, embodied AI, or LLMs is a plus.

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 $181,100 and $318,400, 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 accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.