Software Engineer in Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Machine Learning (ML

Summary

Posted: Nov 12, 2024

Weekly Hours: 40

Role Number:200578702

Are you interested in building amazing Generative AI experiences that will touch the lives of billions of people by utilizing state-of-the-art NLP and machine learning? Do you enjoy collaboration and team work to accomplish innovative ML driven user experiences? We are looking for a Software Engineer who is passionate about translating expertise in NLP and ML into impactful applications for users. The role allows you to be a highly multi-functional engineer with plenty of opportunities to collaborate cross-functionally and get high visibility for your work. Our team is responsible for the Research, Development and Deployment of ML/NLP technologies that power Apple Intelligence on device and on private compute cloud - adapters, speculative decoding, guided generation to name a few. Our team was also responsible for building Generative AI experiences for Writing Tools, Smart Replies in iOS/macOS 18, Transformer Models for Keyboard on iOS 17. Our team has a great mix of talent across NLP, Software Engineering and Machine Learning. We love to share our knowledge within our team, stay abreast of state-of-the-art and deliver outstanding products for our users. We also have a strong culture of multi-functional collaboration across teams at Apple.

Description

As a member of this premier team, you will work on the intersection of NLP, Machine Learning and Software Engineering. The position requires proven hands-on NLP experience in conjunction with Software Engineering. The role spans the entire gamut of NLP: text processing, empirical experimentation for building state-of-the-art NLP models, productizing Generative AI features for Apple. You will collaborate closely with several engineering teams at Apple that work on machine learning and NLP.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience writing production software (Swift, C/C++, Obj-C, Python)
• Strong machine learning (ML) fundamentals
• B.S, M.S. or PhD in Computer Science or a related field
• 3+ years experience in relevant roles

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in using open-source ML toolkits, e.g., PyTorch, Tensorflow
• Hands-on experience with building NLP/Generative AI applications
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

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 $143,100 and $264,200, 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.

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