Do you think Computer Vision and Machine Learning can change the world? Do you think it can transform the way millions of people collect, discover and share the most special moments of their lives? We truly believe it can. We are the System Intelligent and Machine Learning (SIML) group that provides foundational computer vision and machine learning technologies to Apple's ecosystem. Our work is behind essential features such as Camera, Text & Handwriting recognition, and Apple Intelligence experiences (Image Playground, Writing Tools, Smart Script, Math Notes..).
This is an exciting time to join us: grow fast, and have an impact on multiple key features on your first day at Apple!

Description:

Our team focuses on building the best possible ecosystem for ML R&D engineers to build Apple-quality ML-based technologies. We develop numerous tools to facilitate development of ML models and collaboration around these ML models, and we manage the use of multiple resources such as training compute for Software Engineering, or disk footprint of on-device ML models throughout our operating systems. This unique blend of tooling and resource management offers a powerful opportunity to enhance the tools that support our policy initiatives. These initiatives span organizational boundaries and influence nearly every engineering team across the company.

In this role: you will focus on the resource management role of our team. You will be tasked to support daily operations helping the engineering teams in SWE navigate resource-related concerns as well as interface with the platform teams, capacity planning, and finance teams. You will own the efficiency metrics for the org, both exposing issues and correcting. You will also contribute to improvements on how we manage these resources from a technical and policy standpoint, and how we influence the rest of the company on these aspects. It is a highly cross-functional role with significant exposure to challenges across all aspects of the stack.

Preferred Qualifications:

Expertise in leading infrastructure strategy for scalable, high-performance ML systems (storage, compute, networking, and benchmarking)

Demonstrated success in a resource management role within a technical or engineering organization

Deep, practical knowledge of the modern ML development landscape and its associated challenges

Programming and technical skills that enable hands-on contributions to tooling and ML systems

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelors or Master's degree or equivalent experience

5+ years of experience in industry

A proven ability to create, implement, and refine durable, large-scale processes

Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with a talent for building consensus

A strong generalist mindset with the ability to deconstruct complex problems and drive toward clear, optimized solutions

Strong technical skills to allow for diving deep when needed

General understanding of fundamental machine learning concepts and the development lifecycle

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 .

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 $172,100 and $258,600, 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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