Staff Software Engineer (Applied ML/LLM)

Global technology company that designs, manufactures, and sells consumer electronics, software, and services.
$207,800 - $312,200
Machine Learning
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
10+ years of experience
AI · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Staff Software Engineer (Applied ML/LLM)

Apple is seeking a Staff Software Engineer specializing in Applied ML/LLM to advance their Manufacturing Systems and Operations. This role focuses on working with cutting-edge LLMs from OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini, Mistral, and Llama, as well as custom fine-tuned models. The position involves building applications used daily by Apple's product design and manufacturing teams, including Manufacturing Design Engineers, Product Designers, Mechanical Engineers, and Quality Engineers. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in building robust HTTP APIs, working with modern programming languages, and implementing LLM solutions. They will be responsible for prototyping ideas, developing scalable solutions, and collaborating across multiple organizations. The role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work on high-impact projects at one of the world's leading technology companies. The position requires international travel (5-10%) and combines technical expertise with practical manufacturing applications.

Last updated 23 days ago

Responsibilities For Staff Software Engineer (Applied ML/LLM)

  • Prototype ideas and experiment with new approaches to solve existing problems
  • Work across multiple organizations and functional roles
  • Develop solutions for Manufacturing Systems and Operations
  • Build standalone solutions and integrate with existing systems
  • Take ideas from whiteboard to production and scale them

Requirements For Staff Software Engineer (Applied ML/LLM)

Python
Go
Java
PostgreSQL
  • 10+ years in a senior role working across the entire tech stack with a skilled team
  • 10+ years building robust HTTP APIs and backend services
  • Expert level grasp of at least 1 modern programming language: Python, Go, Java, etc.
  • Experience building solutions that leverage API's from the latest LLMs
  • Ability to travel internationally approximately 5-10% annually

Benefits For Staff Software Engineer (Applied ML/LLM)

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
401k
Equity
Education Budget
Relocation Benefits
  • Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
  • Retirement benefits
  • Employee stock programs
  • Education reimbursement
  • Discretionary restricted stock unit awards
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with discount
  • Discretionary bonuses
  • Relocation benefits

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