Machine Learning Architect - LLM & Generative AI (Image/Video)

Apple is a global technology company that designs, manufactures, and sells consumer electronics, software, and services.
$197,400 - $360,200
Machine Learning
Principal Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
15+ years of experience
AI

Description For Machine Learning Architect - LLM & Generative AI (Image/Video)

Apple's System Intelligence and Machine Learning (SIML) organization is seeking a visionary Machine Learning Architect to spearhead their AI initiatives. This role presents an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of AI technology at one of the world's most influential tech companies. The position focuses on advancing large language models (LLMs) and generative AI for image and video applications, with the potential to impact billions of users worldwide.

The ideal candidate will bring 15+ years of machine learning expertise, with deep specialization in LLMs and generative models. You'll be responsible for defining technical strategies, leading R&D initiatives, and developing scalable architectures for next-generation AI solutions. The role combines technical leadership with hands-on architecture design, requiring expertise in distributed training, model optimization, and real-world deployment of large-scale AI systems.

Working at Apple offers unique advantages, including competitive compensation ($197,400-$360,200 base salary), comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology. You'll collaborate with world-class researchers and engineers while having access to Apple's vast resources and infrastructure. The position offers significant growth potential and the chance to make meaningful contributions to groundbreaking AI technologies that will shape the future of consumer technology.

This role is perfect for someone who combines deep technical expertise with strategic vision, enjoys solving complex challenges, and wants to make a lasting impact on how people interact with technology. Join Apple's SIML team to push the boundaries of what's possible in AI while working on products that reach a global audience.

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Responsibilities For Machine Learning Architect - LLM & Generative AI (Image/Video)

  • Define the technical roadmap for improving the quality and performance in LLMs and generative models
  • Lead R&D initiatives in areas such as large-scale model optimization, hardware and software co-design
  • Develop scalable, efficient architectures for training, optimizing, and deploying large-scale LLMs and generative models
  • Explore and prototype novel techniques in generative AI
  • Partner with rest of Apple teams to transition technology breakthroughs into production grade solutions
  • Guide and mentor machine learning engineers and researchers

Requirements For Machine Learning Architect - LLM & Generative AI (Image/Video)

Python
  • Masters, or Ph.D. in Computer Science, or Computer Engineering; similarly related fields, or comparable professional experience
  • Proficiency in PyTorch or other deep learning frameworks
  • 15+ years in machine learning, with at least 2 years of experience in LLMs, diffusion models, or other generative image/video models
  • Experience in distributed training, model parallelism, and deployment of large-scale generative models
  • Knowledge of techniques such as quantization, distillation, and efficient inference
  • Experience with deploying large ML models in real world products
  • Strong background in conducting experiments, analyzing results, and iterating on model improvements

Benefits For Machine Learning Architect - LLM & Generative AI (Image/Video)

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Education Budget
Equity
Relocation Benefits
  • Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
  • Retirement benefits
  • Discounted products and free services
  • Education reimbursement
  • Employee stock programs
  • Discretionary bonuses
  • Relocation benefits

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