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Applied Machine Learning Research Engineer

Apple· Video Computer Vision
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Sunnyvale, CA$150.4k - $225.3kFull-timePosted 4w ago

About the role

Applied ML Research Engineer to advance multimodal foundation models and large language models for human understanding in computer vision. Role focuses on both foundational research and practical applications, with collaboration across cross-functional teams and emphasis on state-of-the-art AI/ML capabilities within Apple’s Video Computer Vision group.

Responsibilities

  • Work on cutting-edge research projects to advance AI and computer vision capabilities
  • Contribute to both foundational research and practical applications on multimodal large language models
  • Design, implement, and evaluate algorithms and models for human understanding
  • Develop and explore multimodal large language models integrating text, image, video, and audio
  • Collaborate with researchers, data scientists, software engineers, human interface designers and application domain experts
  • Stay up-to-date on advancements in AI, ML, and computer vision and apply knowledge to drive innovation

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience
  • Experience in developing, training/tuning multimodal LLMs
  • Programming skills in Python
  • Expertise in one or more of: computer vision, NLP, multimodal fusion, Generative AI
  • Experience with at least one deep learning framework such as JAX, PyTorch, or similar
  • Publication record in relevant venues
  • PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with a focus on AI, machine learning, or computer vision

Skills

Required:Python programmingMultimodal large language modelsComputer vision
Nice to have:Natural language processing

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
  • Retirement benefits
  • Discounted products and free services
  • Educational expense reimbursement (tuition)
  • Potential discretionary bonuses or commission payments
  • Relocation assistance
  • Apple shareholder opportunities through discretionary employee stock programs
  • Eligible for Apple Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Last updated Oct 2, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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