Our team leverages state-of-the-art AI to better understand and communicate with users via semantic and contextual intent understanding. We are looking for a Robotics AI Engineer to bring frontier reasoning and multimodal models to life in real-time, interactive experiences.
In this role, you will translate natural user intents into robust, adaptive behaviors. You will work across the full stack of applied AI/ML: prompting and evaluating frontier models, distilling them into efficient on-device models, and deploying them on Apple silicon. A successful candidate is energized by rapidly experimenting with the latest AI models, tools, and agent harnesses, and has a strong foundation in modern machine learning with hands-on experience training and fine-tuning their own models. Above all, this is a deeply product-driven team that values engineers who have shipped real products and are motivated by putting great experiences into users' hands.
PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, or a related field
Experience with model fine-tuning and distillation for efficient, on-device deployment
Hands-on experience with inference engines such as llama.cpp, vLLM, MLX, or Core ML
Experience building agent harnesses for multi-step, closed-loop reasoning
Track record of shipping products to users
Proficiency in Python and ML frameworks (PyTorch or TensorFlow)
BS or MS in Computer Science or Machine Learning
Strong background in and deep understanding of modern machine learning methods
Experience training or fine-tuning your own transformer and/or diffusion models
Proficiency using coding agents such as Claude Code and Codex
Genuine excitement for experimenting with the latest AI models, tools, and multimodal capabilities
We’re a diverse collective of thinkers and doers, continually reimagining what’s possible to help us all do what we love in new ways. And the same innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices — strengthening our commitment to leave the world better than we found it. This is where your work can make a difference in people’s lives. Including your own.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. Visit apple.com/careers to learn more.
