Description

Description

This role requires experience in vision-language models, and ability to fine-tune/adapt/distill multi-modal LLMs. As a Machine Learning Research Engineer, you will help design and develop models and algorithms for multimodal perception and reasoning leveraging Vision-Language Models (VLMs) and Multimodal Large Language Models (MLLMs). You will collaborate with expert researchers and engineers to explore new techniques, evaluate performance, and translate product needs into impactful ML solutions. Your work will contribute directly to user-facing features across billions of devices.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and adaptation of AI/ML models for multimodal perception and reasoning
• Innovate robust algorithms that integrate visual and language data for comprehensive understanding
• Collaborate closely with multi-functional teams to translate product requirements into effective ML solutions.
• Conduct hands-on experimentation, model training, and performance analysis
• Communicate research outcomes effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders, providing actionable insights
• Stay current with emerging methods in VLMs, MLLMs, and related areas

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or related field; or relevant proven experience
• Proficiency in Python and deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch
• Practical experience with training and evaluating neural networks
• Familiarity with multimodal learning, vision-language models, or large language models
• Strong problem solving skills and ability to work in a collaborative, product-focused environment
• Ability to communicate technical results clearly and concisely

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven track record of research contributions demonstrated through publications in top-tier conferences and journals
• Background in multi-modal reasoning, VLM, and MLLM research with impactful software projects
• Solid understanding of natural language processing (NLP) and computer vision fundamentals

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 $147,400 and $272,100, 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 is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant .