AIML - Principal Software Engineer (Production Engineering), Machine Learning Platform & Infras[...]

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

Imagine what you could do with AIML at Apple. The people here don't just build products — we craft the kind of wonder that's revolutionized entire industries. It's the diversity of those people and their ideas that support the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts. Join Apple, and help us leave the world better than we found it. This team is more than a group of engineers — it's a group passionate about Apple products, services, and engineering culture. The team is seeking an expert Software Engineer to focus on building the next generation of production-facing ML platform. Your work will power marquee Apple experiences such as Apple Intelligence, Search, Siri, and Private Cloud OS, while also helping build new ones.

Description

We are a production-infrastructure-facing distributed-systems team designing, building, and growing Apple's Machine Learning platform, enabling many of Apple's signature apps and experiences. Our work impacts over a billion users and is essential to the success of Apple's growth in AIML. Our team is growing, and you will have the unique opportunity to help us shape our culture and processes. As part of this role, you will:

1. Collaborate to solve complex DevOps, SRE, and production-infrastructure problems with the opportunity to invent innovative solutions.
2. Evolve the design and architecture to support the continued growth of our ML platform.
3. Develop the next generation of services that power Apple Intelligence and Private Cloud OS.
4. Partner with various teams across Apple to develop features and functionality to enable new experiences in the Apple ecosystem.

Minimum Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience building and running scalable services in public clouds.
• Senior-level experience with containers and Kubernetes, ML, and cluster operations.
• Experience collecting high-level requirements and translating them into pragmatic solutions.
• Proficient with various programming languages such as Java/Python/Go for automation or integration with multiple APIs (RESTFul, gRPC, etc.).
• Experience operating and developing infrastructure and services in public cloud environments (AWS, GCP, etc.).
• Enjoys learning new skills and technologies.
• Solid communications skills, capable of working with cross-functional technical and business teams and varying levels of management in a professional manner.

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of load-balancing, observability, microservice architectures, security & cryptography, performance and reliability.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent related experience. Postgraduate degree a plus.

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 $207,800 and $378,700, 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.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure 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.