AIML - Sr. Software Engineer, Large Language Models (MIND)

Key Skills

Aartificial intelligence, C++, Deep Learning, Design, Keras software library, Large Language Models - LLMs, Machine learning techniques, Python Programming, PyTorch, TensorFlow

Job Description

Key Qualifications

• Proficient in C++, working knowledge of Python

Description

As a member of this team, you will use your background to: * Implement features that compress and accelerate LLMs in our on-device inference engine * Convert models from a high-level framework to a target device for correctness and performance issues * Write unit and system integration tests to ensure functional correctness and to reduce performance regressions * Diagnose performance bottlenecks and minimize memory footprint of large language models * Work with HW Arch teams to co-design solutions that further improve perf, power, and memory footprint of neural workloads * Work with a variety of partners from all parts of the stack — from Apps to Compilation, HW Arch, and Silicon Validation

Education & Experience

Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Computer Science or a related field

Additional Requirements

• Preferred Qualifications:
• * Strong communicator with ability to analyze complex and ambiguous problems
• * Familiarity with ML model compression techniques (e.g., quantization, pruning/sparsity) and their mapping to a target backend
• * Disciplined programming skillset with a strong attention to detail
• * Experience with backend compilation, HW/SW co-design, and/or performance optimization
• * Deep understanding of computer systems and the interactions between HW and SW
• * Familiarity with at least one deep learning framework (e.g., PyTorch, Keras, TensorFlow)

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 $189,800 and $346,300, 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.