Senior Machine Learning Engineer, Personal Search Intelligence - Proactive

Apple

USonsite$181k-$318k/yrPosted Jun 29, 2026
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Skills

pythonc++swift

About the role

Do you believe that intelligent search can fundamentally change how people interact with their devices? Are you excited by the possibility of helping users effortlessly find and connect with their personal information? Come join the team within Apple's Proactive Organization that is building the next generation of Personal Search Intelligence.

Description

The Personal Search Intelligence team develops and ships privacy-respecting, cutting-edge AI features for Apple Intelligence, delivering exceptional experiences to hundreds of millions of users worldwide. We are looking for an experienced Machine Learning Engineer to join our team in Cupertino and be part of this mission.","responsibilities":"In this role, you will be working on ideating, developing and evaluating privacy preserving machine learning, deep learning, and generative AI algorithms for Apple Intelligence personal search features. Candidates should have a proven track record that demonstrates a deep understanding of AIML technologies, agentic workflow evaluations, a passion for designing and developing high-quality software, strong collaboration, and excellent interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Extensive experience with evaluation data and frameworks

Extensive experience with personal search

Experience with large vision-language and multi-modal foundation models

Minimum Qualifications

Masters or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or a related field

Strong machine learning and deep learning fundamentals

Hands on experience with large language models (LLMs), prompt optimization, and fine tuning of LLMs

Hands on experience with automated evaluation frameworks for agentic workflows

Strong programming and software engineering experience in one or more of the following languages: Python, C, C++, Swift

Pay & Benefits

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

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Compensation

This Machine Learning Engineer role pays $181k-$318k/yr. Within typical range for machine learning engineer roles in United States.

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