Apple
Machine Learning Engineer
Apple is hiring a Machine Learning Engineer in Cupertino, California, United States. Posted September 11, 2026.
Job at a glance
- Company
- Apple
- Location
- Cupertino, California, United States
- Pay
- $150,400 – $225,300
- Sector
- Engineering & Technology
- Posted
- September 11, 2026
About the job
At Apple, individual creativity converges around shared values that drive innovation. Our products emerge from collaborative teams strengthening each other's ideas, fueled by diverse perspectives and a belief we can transform lives.
Ready to make an impact?
The Core Display Incubation team is looking for an Experience Prototyping engineer to join a team of multi-talented engineers building future-looking display prototypes. The Machine Learning Engineer consists of leveraging novel display technologies to build experience prototypes and help set the future direction of the Display Hardware organization.
Responsibilities
- Prototype new applications and experiences for emerging optics and display systems
- Explore novel display applications and features through display module and sensor integration Driving cross-functional collaboration to understand algorithmic constraints, dependencies, and technical trade-offs
- Leading technical discussions and preparing presentations, papers, and talks to communicate your inventions and establish thought leadership
- Establishing coding standards, best practices, and technical strategies for your team
Minimum Qualifications
- PhD studying computer graphics, optics, computer vision, or a related field
- Experience in deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch
- Proficiency in Python development, using best coding practices
- Strong engineering background in computer vision, computer graphics, or similar field, with knowledge of the human visual system
- Proficiency in C++, Swift, or another object-oriented programming language
- Experience in SDK programming for hardware interfaces
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
- Strong interpersonal skills for working with cross-functional teams
- Excellent written and verbal communication
Preferred Qualifications
- Ph.D. or M.S., with 3+ years of industry experience in deep learning or related fields.
- Excellent math skills, including linear algebra, computational science and optimization
- Creativity and curiosity for solving highly complex problems
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Experience using motion capture systems like OptiTrack
- Experience using head-mounted eye tracking
- Experience developing applications in Xcode using Swift
- Hands-on experience prototyping novel hardware setups, with associated algorithm development
- Experience designing and conducting human perception related experiments
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 $150,400 and $225,300, 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
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EEO Statement
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
Accessibility
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Application Deadline
Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.