AIML - Principal Software Engineer (Production Engineering), Machine Learning Platform & Infrastructure

A technology company that crafts revolutionary products and services while focusing on innovation and environmental efforts.
$207,800 - $378,700
Machine Learning
Principal Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
15+ years of experience
AI · Enterprise SaaS

Description For AIML - Principal Software Engineer (Production Engineering), Machine Learning Platform & Infrastructure

Apple's Machine Learning and AI team is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to lead the development of their next-generation production-facing ML platform. This role is crucial in powering marquee Apple experiences including Apple Intelligence, Search, Siri, and Private Cloud OS. The position sits within a production-infrastructure-facing distributed-systems team that designs, builds, and grows Apple's Machine Learning platform, impacting over a billion users worldwide.

The ideal candidate will bring 15+ years of experience in building and running scalable services, with deep expertise in containers, Kubernetes, and ML operations. You'll be responsible for solving complex DevOps and SRE challenges, evolving the platform's architecture, and developing new services that power Apple's ecosystem. The role requires strong technical leadership in areas such as load-balancing, observability, microservice architectures, and LLM operations.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a team that's essential to Apple's growth in AIML, offering the chance to shape culture and processes while working with cutting-edge technology. The position offers competitive compensation ($207,800 - $378,700), comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to contribute to technology that impacts users globally. The role combines technical expertise with strategic thinking, requiring someone who can translate high-level requirements into pragmatic solutions while collaborating across Apple's organization.

Last updated 13 days ago

Responsibilities For AIML - Principal Software Engineer (Production Engineering), Machine Learning Platform & Infrastructure

  • Collaborate to solve complex DevOps, SRE and production-infrastructure problems
  • Evolve the design and architecture to support the continued growth of ML platform
  • Develop the next generation of services that power Apple Intelligence and Private Cloud OS
  • Partner with various teams across Apple to develop features and functionality

Requirements For AIML - Principal Software Engineer (Production Engineering), Machine Learning Platform & Infrastructure

Java
Python
Go
Kubernetes
  • 15+ years of experience building and running scalable services in public clouds
  • Senior level experience with containers and Kubernetes, ML, and cluster operations
  • Traffic, load-balancing, networking and distributed storage experience
  • Experience collecting high-level requirements and translating them into pragmatic solutions
  • Proven track record with examples of delivering Infrastructure at the largest internet scale
  • Proficient with various programming languages such as Java/Python/Go
  • Experience operating and developing infrastructure in public cloud environments (AWS, GCP etc.)
  • Excellent communications skills
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent related experience

Benefits For AIML - Principal Software Engineer (Production Engineering), Machine Learning Platform & Infrastructure

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
401k
Equity
Education Budget
Relocation Benefits
  • Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
  • Retirement benefits
  • Employee stock programs
  • Education reimbursement
  • Discretionary bonuses
  • Relocation assistance
  • Employee discount on products

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