AIML - Sr. Machine Learning Engineer, Answers, Knowledge & Information (AKI)Santa Clara, California, United States Machine Learning and AIDescriptionUpon joining our team, you’ll have the exceptional opportunity to use innovative techniques to create significant impact for hundreds of millions of users. We are looking for strong teammates with rich experience across machine learning and search engineering.This role will entail the following responsibilities:- Understand product requirements and transform broad, open-ended requirements into concrete, well-defined engineering problems- Architect ML / search systems through their lifecycle: spanning across opportunity analysis, brainstorming, system design, project planning, implementation, integration, evaluation, hill climbing and launching to production- Employ powerful techniques across ranking, recommendations, large language models (LLMs) and reinforcement learning towards creating user impact- Smooth multi-functional collaboration across a variety of audiences; mentorship for team membersMinimum QualificationsBachelors degree in Computer Science or a related field4+ years of experience in search, ranking, recommendation systems, natural language processing, deep learning, embedding techniques or LLMsYou are comfortable with both ML fundamentals and driving the ML lifecycle from inception to launchYou are proficient in at least one of following languages: Python, Go, C++Preferred QualificationsMS or PhD in Computer Science or a related fieldExperience with large-scale distributed search / machine learning systems is a plusYou possess excellent collaborative skills — the ability to work smoothly within a team while yet being able to deliver impact individuallyAt 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 $147,400 and $272,100, 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 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 . #J-18808-Ljbffr