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AIML - Machine Learning Researcher, MLR

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Posted Aug 4, 2026

Role at a glance

Salary
$150.4K – $277.6K/yr
Location
Cupertino, California, United States
Work arrangement
On-site
Employment
Full-time
Experience
strong research background in machine learning or related fields
Education
PhD, or equivalent practical experience, in Computer Science, or related technical field

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Role Summary

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This machine learning research role focuses on ambitious, curiosity-driven, long-term foundational research intended to impact Apple and its products. The researcher will collaborate with machine learning engineers, researchers, and broader teams across Apple, with opportunities to publish results in scientific venues.

What You'll Do

  • Propose a research plan to advance understanding of machine learning
  • Execute research through implementation and experimentation
  • Collaborate with colleagues and broader teams across Apple
  • Provide technical mentorship and guidance
  • Prepare technical reports for publication and conference talks
  • Publish research results in high-quality scientific venues

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Qualifications

Demonstrated expertise in machine learning research; publication record in relevant conferences; hands-on experience with TensorFlow or PyTorch; strong mathematical skills in linear algebra and statistics.

Required

  • Demonstrated expertise in machine learning research
  • Publication record in relevant conferences (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, AAAI, CVPR, ICCV, ECCV, ACL, EMNLP, etc)
  • Hands-on experience working with deep learning toolkits such as Tensorflow or PyTorch
  • Strong mathematical skills in linear algebra and statistics

Preferred

  • Ability to formulate a research problem, design, experiment, implement and communicate solutions
  • Ability to work in a diverse collaborative environment
  • PhD, or equivalent practical experience, in Computer Science, or related technical field

Original job description

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Summary

Play a part in building the next revolution of machine learning technology. We’re looking for passionate mid-level and senior researchers to work on ambitious curiosity driven long-term research projects that will impact the future of Apple, and our products. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to work on innovative foundational research in machine learning. As a member of the team, you will be inspired by a diversity of challenging problems, collaborate with world-class machine learning engineers and researchers to impact the future of Apple products, and publish some of your results in high-quality scientific venues.

Description

You have a strong research background in machine learning or related fields, and regularly publish your results in the main relevant conference and journal venues, and make sure that your research results are of high quality and reproducible. You will propose your own research plan to advance our understanding of machine learning and execute it through implementation and experimentation, in collaboration with your colleagues. You will provide technical mentorship and guidance, and prepare technical reports for publication and conference talks. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with broader teams across Apple.

Minimum Qualifications

Demonstrated expertise in machine learning research
Publication record in relevant conferences (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, AAAI, CVPR, ICCV, ECCV, ACL, EMNLP, etc)
Hands-on experience working with deep learning toolkits such as Tensorflow or PyTorch
Strong mathematical skills in linear algebra and statistics

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to formulate a research problem, design, experiment, implement and communicate solutions
Ability to work in a diverse collaborative environment
PhD, or equivalent practical experience, in Computer Science, or related technical field

Pay & Benefits — Cupertino, California, United States

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 $150,400 and $277,600, 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

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Application Deadline

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.

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About the company

Apple

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Apple Inc. is a global technology company known for its innovative products and services, including the iPhone, iPad, Mac computers, and Apple Watch. Founded in 1976, Apple has continuously pushed the boundaries of design and functionality, earning a reputation for high-quality consumer electronics and software solutions like iOS and macOS. With a strong commitment to user experience and privacy, Apple also leads in digital services, offering platforms such as the App Store, Apple Music, and iCloud. The company's focus on sustainability and corporate responsibility further enhances its standing as a leader in the technology sector.