Software Engineer in Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Machine Learning (ML)

Responsibilities

You will research, develop, and deploy machine learning and NLP technologies to power Generative AI features across Apple platforms. The role involves collaborating cross-functionally to translate complex NLP expertise into impactful, user-facing applications.

Requirements

Candidates must have experience writing production software in languages such as Swift, C++, or Python and possess strong machine learning fundamentals. A degree in Computer Science or a related field is required, along with hands-on experience in NLP and ML toolkits.

Skills

• Natural Language Processing
• Machine Learning
• Generative AI
• Swift
• C++
• Objective-C
• Python
• PyTorch
• Software Engineering
• Transformer Models
• Text Processing
• Empirical Experimentation
• Communication
• Organizational Skills

About this role

Are you interested in building amazing Generative AI experiences that will touch
the lives of billions of people by utilizing state-of-the-art NLP and machine
learning? Do you enjoy collaboration and team work to accomplish innovative ML
driven user experiences? We are looking for a Software Engineer who is
passionate about translating expertise in NLP and ML into impactful applications
for users. The role allows you to be a highly multi-functional engineer with
plenty of opportunities to collaborate cross-functionally and get high
visibility for your work. Our team is responsible for the Research, Development
and Deployment of ML/NLP technologies that power Apple Intelligence on device
and on private compute cloud. Our team was also responsible for building
Generative AI experiences for Writing Tools, Smart Replies, Transformer Models
for Keyboard across all Apple Platforms. Our team has a great mix of talent
across NLP, Software Engineering and Machine Learning. We love to share our
knowledge within our team, stay abreast of state-of-the-art and deliver
outstanding products for our users. We also have a strong culture of
multi-functional collaboration across teams at Apple.

DESCRIPTION

As a member of this premier team, you will work on the intersection of NLP,
Machine Learning and Software Engineering. The position requires proven hands-on
NLP experience in conjunction with Software Engineering. The role spans the
entire gamut of NLP: text processing, empirical experimentation for building
state-of-the-art NLP models, productizing Generative AI features for Apple. You
will collaborate closely with several engineering teams at Apple that work on
machine learning and NLP.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience writing production software (Swift, C/C++, Obj-C, Python) Good
machine learning (ML) fundamentals B.S, M.S. or PhD in Computer Science or a
related field

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Hands-on experience in using open-source ML toolkits, e.g., PyTorch Hands-on
experience with building NLP/Generative AI applications Excellent communication
and organizational skills

About Apple

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