Apple has 261 active AI-related job listings. The majority of these roles are focused on agents, accounting for 24% of the total, followed by application (22%) and serving infrastructure (21%). Engineering is the primary function for these positions, with the United States being the dominant hiring country. Frequent tech tags include model serving, inference infrastructure, and LLM observability. Over the last 30 days, Apple has posted 111 new AI roles, representing a 61% increase compared to the previous 30-day period.
Currently tracking 171 active AI roles, down 37% versus the prior 4 weeks. Primary focus: Agent · Engineering. Salary range $120k–$487k (avg $235k).
Apple currently has 233 active AI-related roles in our index. The most common open titles are: Machine Learning Engineer (4), AIML - Sr Data Scientist, Evaluation (2), Advanced Manufacturing Engineer(iPhone) - Smart Manufacturing (2), Machine Learning Engineer, Apple Services Engineering (2), Machine Learning Software Engineer (2). Most positions are in Engineering and Research.
Apple's active AI hiring is concentrated in: agents (30%), application (21%), serving infrastructure (14%). These categories follow a seven-stage AI lifecycle: data, pre-training, post-training, serving infrastructure, agents, evaluation, and application.
Apple is hiring AI talent in: United States (182 roles), China (17 roles), India (10 roles), United Kingdom (7 roles).
Job postings at Apple most frequently mention: Machine Learning, Python, Data Science, Large Language Models (LLMs), Statistics.
In the past 30 days, Apple has posted 80 new AI-related roles.
| Title | Stage | AI score |
|---|---|---|
| SWE Intern - Machine Learning Engineer, Language Models Internship role focused on building large language models (LLMs) and generative models, including pretraining, LLM architecture, and scientific scaling. The role involves developing algorithms and systems for deep learning research and applying them to Apple products, with opportunities in text, image, speech, and video modalities. | Pretrain | 9 |
| Machine Learning Engineer - Intern Research-focused ML Engineer Intern at Apple's AI/ML org, focusing on data curation, model evaluation, and exploring new ML methods for large-scale systems, computer vision, NLP, and multi-modal understanding. The role involves collaborating with researchers and engineers to develop transformative products and publish groundbreaking research. | Data |
| 9 |
| Machine Learning Engineer Machine Learning Engineer at Apple working on Siri, Spotlight, and Safari search features. The role involves large-scale machine learning and deep learning for query understanding and ranking, using techniques like word embeddings, online learning, and NLP. It also includes building infrastructure for processing web-scale data, deploying metrics and evaluations, and presenting results. Experience with RAG is preferred. | ShipAgent | 8 |
| Machine Learning Manager - AI, Search & Knowledge Platforms Machine Learning Manager to lead a team building AI, Search, and Knowledge Platforms for Apple products like Siri and Apple Intelligence. The role focuses on integrating LLMs with server-side architectures to deliver scalable, reliable, and user-centric AI services and agentic systems. | AgentServe | 8 |
| Machine Learning & AI Engineer This role focuses on developing and implementing AI solutions, particularly in computer vision and NLP, to improve failure analysis and lab operations. It involves leading research, design, and development of advanced AI models, building software pipelines for training and deployment, and integrating AI into real-world applications. | Post-trainAgent | 8 |
| Senior Software Engineer, Machine Learning & AI Senior Software Engineer on the Product Integrity AI/ML team at Apple, focusing on developing and deploying AI/ML solutions for hardware product design, manufacturing, and testing. The role involves building scalable infrastructure for ML workflows, including agentic systems, and applying techniques like LLMs, custom model training, and RAG to hardware challenges. The position requires strong software engineering skills, leadership, and mentorship. | AgentServe | 8 |
| Silicon Automation Engineer - Robotics and AIML Seeking an automation engineer with expertise in Silicon Validation, robotics control, AIML, and software development to build an intelligent automation system for silicon validation. The role involves integrating software and hardware, controlling robotics with computer vision and ML, and implementing AI/ML models for detection, collision avoidance, and control. | Agent | 8 |
| Machine Learning Engineer Machine Learning Engineer on the Answers & Knowledge & Information team at Apple, focusing on improving Siri, Spotlight, and Safari search features. This role involves large-scale ML/DL for query understanding and ranking, using word embeddings, deep learning, and online learning on petabytes of data from millions of users. The engineer will design and build infrastructures, perform language and user intent analysis, process web-scale data, and run evaluations. | ShipAgent | 8 |
| AI Data Scientist This role focuses on evaluating, optimizing, and analyzing the performance of ML and multi-modal LLMs. The Data Scientist will develop metrics, conduct failure analysis, process data for evaluation, and implement optimization techniques. They will collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate models and communicate results. The role requires experience with model evaluation, RAG, and LLM prompt evaluation, with preferred experience in multi-modal foundation models and GenAI frameworks. | Eval GatePost-train | 8 |
| Advanced Manufacturing Engineer(iPhone) - Smart Manufacturing This role focuses on driving manufacturing research and development for iPhone final assembly line automation, integrating AI/ML and LLMs into smart manufacturing processes. The engineer will lead technical automation projects, develop intelligent testing methods, and conduct data/failure analysis to optimize production efficiency and product quality. | Ship | 7 |
| Subject Matter Expert - Automation & AI/ML This role focuses on leading the automation of manufacturing processes, specifically PVD coatings, by integrating robotics, PLCs, and machine learning/AI models for defect detection, predictive maintenance, and yield optimization. It requires a blend of physical automation leadership, digital transformation, and domain expertise in PVD processes and failure analysis. | ServeData | 7 |
| Software Engineer AIML Software Engineer to lead the software development of test systems for Apple products, and integrate AI/ML into daily workflows. This role involves designing and developing AI/ML solutions to improve workflows, team efficiency, and product quality, alongside developing and maintaining test libraries and integrating test systems. | Serve | 7 |
| Conversational Designer This role focuses on designing and optimizing conversational AI experiences for Apple's online store, aiming to enhance customer engagement and satisfaction. The designer will lead the conceptualization and implementation of chatbot conversations, leveraging technologies like RAG and AI QA tools, and ensuring brand voice consistency. The role requires a blend of creativity, strategic thinking, and technical understanding of how AI models retrieve information and generate responses. | Agent | 7 |
| Advanced Manufacturing Engineer(iPhone) - Smart Manufacturing This role focuses on driving manufacturing research and development for iPhone final assembly line automation, integrating AI/ML and smart manufacturing technologies. The engineer will lead automation projects, leverage AI/ML and LLMs to optimize processes, and develop data-driven methods. Responsibilities include spearheading AI/ML adoption, leading core engineering projects, developing intelligent testing methods, conducting advanced data analysis, and mentoring teams on AI-augmented manufacturing. | Ship | 7 |
| Senior Product Manager The Senior Product Manager will define and deliver AI-powered solutions for live streaming moderation and VOC analytics, owning the product lifecycle and driving execution for AI systems that protect brand integrity and transform customer feedback into actionable business intelligence. This role requires a strong technical understanding of AI, familiarity with APAC social commerce, and the ability to translate business problems into product requirements, working with engineering teams to ship products that balance automation with human oversight. | Ship | 7 |
| Subject Matter Expert - Automation & AI/ML This role focuses on developing and implementing next-generation automated processes for cosmetic and protective finishes (PVD coatings, Ink Printing) in high-volume manufacturing. It involves both physical automation (robotics, PLCs) and digital automation, including machine vision and deploying ML/AI models for predictive maintenance, defect detection, and process optimization. The role requires integrating automation parameters with materials chemistry and collaborating with cross-functional teams. | AgentServe | 7 |
| AIML - ML Platform Engineer (Apple Ecosystem), Data Intelligence Platform This role focuses on building and shipping the ML platform and tools that enable product teams across Apple to develop and deploy machine learning solutions. The engineer will be responsible for the infrastructure, tools, and developing ML solutions, with a strong emphasis on scalability, reliability, and ease of use. | Serve | 7 |
| Manager, Machine Learning Engineering Manager for a Machine Learning Engineering team focused on manufacturing applications at Apple. The role involves leading a team of ML and MLOps engineers to build, deploy, and scale AI-driven systems for the product lifecycle, from prototype to announcement. Requires technical expertise in AI, leadership skills, and experience with MLOps, Computer Vision, and scaling ML systems. | Serve | 7 |
| Software Engineer, Machine Learning & AI Software Engineer role focused on developing and delivering AI/ML solutions for Apple's hardware product line, including agentic systems and RAG architectures, with responsibilities spanning training, evaluation, and inference pipelines. | AgentServe | 7 |
| AIML - Software Engineering Intern, Siri & Information Intelligence Internship role focused on software engineering and natural language processing within the Siri & Information Intelligence team at Apple. The intern will collaborate with experts, receive mentorship, and work on developing technologies and experiences for the next generation of Siri products. | Post-train | 7 |
| Senior Product Manager Senior Product Manager to lead the strategy, roadmap, and execution for transforming manufacturing workflows into Agentic AI systems. This role involves close collaboration with AI/ML engineers and software engineers to build impactful, intelligent software products, focusing on user research and data analysis to drive product decisions and iterative improvements. | Agent | 5 |
| Conversational System Manager The Conversational System Manager will lead a team of product managers and conversational designers to develop and manage conversational AI experiences for Apple Store Online in China. This role involves strategic planning, cross-platform design, stakeholder collaboration, and performance measurement, with a focus on delivering intuitive, brand-aligned AI interactions that enhance customer experience and drive business outcomes. | Agent | 5 |
| Technical Program Manager, Connector Technical Program Manager role focused on collaborating with multi-functional teams to automate manual processes and improve manufacturing effectiveness for Apple products. The role involves leading engineering builds, managing technical risks, and driving design for manufacturing, process development, and ramp execution. While the role requires understanding of ML/AI concepts and mentions AI-empowered optimization, its core function is in program management and manufacturing engineering, not direct AI/ML model development or deployment. | — | 5 |
| Technical Program Manager (AME) This role is for a Technical Program Manager in manufacturing equipment development and maintenance. While the core function is not AI development, there's a clear emphasis on exploring and implementing ML/AI technologies to improve manufacturing processes, predict issues, and enhance cost-efficiency. The role involves working with cross-functional teams, vendors, and applying expertise in assembly, failure analysis, and process improvement, with a stated advantage for those who can plan and implement ML solutions for smart factories. | Serve | 5 |
| Advanced Manufacturing Engineer, Core Tech This role focuses on developing and optimizing advanced manufacturing processes for Apple's next-generation products, leveraging expertise in robotics, machine vision, and precision engineering. The engineer will lead end-to-end development from concept to mass production, ensuring scalability, precision, and quality in highly automated systems. | — | 1 |
| Display Metrology Technologist - Shanghai This role focuses on display metrology and instrumentation development for new Apple products. Responsibilities include FMEA, defining calibration and test strategies, designing metrology systems, and using modeling, simulation, and machine learning for data-driven decisions. The role requires a BS in a relevant field, 3+ years of experience, and programming skills. | — | 1 |
| CN-Senior Manager This is a Senior Manager role in Apple Retail, focused on leading a team, driving store performance, and ensuring exceptional customer service. The role involves team development, operational strategy, and upholding company policies within a retail environment. It does not involve direct AI/ML development or research. | — | 0 |
| Manufacturing Quality Engineer This role is for a Manufacturing Quality Engineer at Apple, focusing on quality processes for consumer packaging parts and assemblies. Responsibilities include developing quality control regimes, conducting DOEs, qualifying regimes for mass production, leading production line qualification, mitigating quality issues with suppliers, and ensuring product quality consistency. The role requires interaction with design teams and coordination between Asia and US-based teams. | — | 0 |
| Product Quality Engineer-iPad Product Quality Engineer for iPad at Apple, focusing on ensuring high quality during development and mass production by partnering with suppliers, implementing quality plans, performing audits, and driving corrective actions. Requires experience in manufacturing environments and quality methodologies. | — | 0 |
| Product Quality Engineer-iPad Product Quality Engineer for iPad at Apple, focusing on ensuring high product quality during development and mass production by partnering with suppliers, implementing quality plans, performing audits, and driving corrective actions. Requires experience in manufacturing environments and technical skills in assembly/test processes. | — | 0 |
| Product Quality Engineer-Home Product Quality Engineer role at Apple, focusing on ensuring high quality of consumer products manufactured by partners in China. Responsibilities include developing and implementing quality standards, monitoring production data, performing audits, and driving corrective actions. Requires experience in manufacturing environments and quality methodologies. | — | 0 |
| Advanced Manufacturing Engineer - iPad This role focuses on manufacturing research and development for Apple products, tackling complex problems to improve cost, quality, and delivery. It requires an engineering background, experience in new product introduction, and proficiency in Mandarin and English. Preferred qualifications include strong project management, cost reduction experience, and knowledge of optics, adhesives, and control systems. Machine Learning, JMP, Minitab, and Six Sigma experience are considered a plus. | — | 0 |
| Advanced Manufacturing Engineer - iPad This role focuses on manufacturing research and development for Apple products, tackling complex problems to improve cost, quality, and delivery. It requires engineering experience in automation and new product introduction, with a strong emphasis on problem-solving within defined practices and policies. | — | 0 |
| Site Technical Manager, iPad Site Technical Manager for iPad manufacturing in Shenzhen, China. Responsible for driving strategic direction and operational execution at the factory level, ensuring quality, production, and business goals are met. Acts as a link between manufacturing sites and internal partners for product lifecycle issues, from NPI to refurbishment. Expedites closure of technical operational issues in SMT, Final Assembly, Test, and Pack. | — | 0 |
| APO Logistics Manager Logistics Manager for Apple's APO operations in China/Southeast Asia, overseeing OEM back-dock operations, transportation, and freight. Responsibilities include managing key metrics, supplier performance, cost-effectiveness, carbon neutrality, and team development. Requires experience in logistics, supply chain, and people management. | — | 0 |
| Plastic Tooling Engineer Plastic Tooling Engineer responsible for plastic tool development, including part design support, concept and process review, DFM review, and tool T0-Tf. The role involves managing molding trials, establishing POR process parameters, troubleshooting, and collaborating with cross-functional teams and suppliers to ensure product quality and manufacturing efficiency. | — | 0 |
| Enclosure Global Supply Manager, Brittles This role is for a Global Supply Manager responsible for sourcing, manufacturing development, execution, and production of mechanical enclosure parts for Apple. It involves managing suppliers, cost strategies, cross-functional support, build support, on-time delivery, and risk mitigation. The ideal candidate has a background in Supply Chain Management, mechanical engineering, and experience in multinational environments. | — | 0 |
| NPI Operations Program Manager This role is for an NPI Operations Program Manager at Apple, focusing on leading the operational aspects of new product introductions in Asia. The manager will drive issue resolution, supply chain design, schedule, cost, quality, and availability goals, engaging with manufacturing partners and leading cross-functional teams. The role requires influencing product design teams with production expertise and communicating project status. While knowledge of data analysis and machine learning is a plus, it is not the core focus of the role. | — | 0 |
| FullStack Software Engineer Full Stack Software Engineer for Apple's APO Business Process Re-engineering team, focusing on designing and delivering data-driven applications for the Apple supply chain. Requires strong skills in big data, backend, and frontend web technologies, with experience in ETL/Spark/Flink/Hadoop. | — | 0 |
| FullStack Software Engineer Full Stack Software Engineer for Apple's APO Business Process Re-engineering team, focusing on designing and delivering data-driven applications for the Apple supply chain. Requires strong skills in big data, backend, and frontend web technologies, with experience in ETL/Spark/Flink/Hadoop. | — | 0 |
| Partner Communications Manager This role is for a Partner Communications Manager at Apple in Greater China, focusing on empowering indirect channel partners to integrate Apple-led campaigns and develop innovative communication plans. The manager will drive strategy, oversee execution, and manage fiscal planning for partner communications, ensuring alignment with Apple's brand standards. The role requires bilingual proficiency in Chinese and English, extensive experience in marketing communications, and a deep understanding of the Chinese digital and offline platforms. | — | 0 |
| Technical Program Manager, Camera Module Technical Program Manager for Camera Module development, focusing on manufacturing, process, test, automation, and quality engineering. The role involves managing teams, working with suppliers, identifying and mitigating technical risks, and ensuring successful product introduction and mass production. Requires experience in camera/optics manufacturing and mega factory techniques. | — | 0 |
| Product Quality Engineer, Mac Product Quality Engineer for Mac manufacturing in China, focusing on IQC/IPQC/OQC and field returns. The role involves leading quality issue resolution, driving OEM partner quality plans, performing audits, and communicating performance summaries to management. | — | 0 |
| Project Manager - OEM Business Process Re-engineering Project Manager for Apple's OEM Business Process Re-engineering team, focusing on supply chain optimization, process improvement, and driving complex changes across contract manufacturers. Requires strong project management, cross-functional collaboration, and ability to convert ambiguity into execution plans. | — | 0 |
| iPad Hardware System EE Seeking an iPad Hardware System EE in Shenzhen, China, to own entire products from concept to ship. Responsibilities include electrical design, bringup, debug, validation, and factory build support, collaborating with various engineering teams. Requires BS/MS EE with 3-5+ years experience, strong EE fundamentals, and experience in circuit design, simulation, schematic capture, PCB layout, and lab equipment. | — | 0 |
| Live Stream Content Delivery Manager This role is responsible for the creative execution and production delivery of Apple's livestream programming, acting as a central hub between creative, production, and operational teams to ensure scripts and briefs are translated into live, broadcast-ready experiences. The role requires a seasoned producer with experience in large-scale creative agency environments, managing complex stakeholder ecosystems, and delivering high-profile creative work across various production formats, with a focus on live or broadcast content. | — | 0 |
| Live Streaming Project Manager Project Manager for Apple's Live Streaming program within the Apple Store Online team, focusing on operational planning and cross-functional project delivery to enhance the customer digital experience. | — | 0 |
| Content Strategist Content Strategist for Apple Store Online team in Shanghai, focusing on livestream commerce and content innovation to create new shopping experiences and evolve the customer journey for China's digital consumer. This role involves end-to-end planning and execution of integrated content and campaign strategies, defining strategic priorities, accelerating business growth, and reimagining how consumers discover and purchase through content. | — | 0 |
| Module NPI Operations Program Manager Program Manager for New Product Introduction (NPI) Operations at Apple, focusing on supporting product development, factory bring-up, and launch within the Operations sphere. The role involves supply chain design, schedule, cost, quality, and order cycle time goals, engagement with manufacturing partners, and collaboration with various internal functions. Requires strong program management, relationship building, and communication skills. | — | 0 |
| Business Insights Analyst, Apple Store Online This role is for a Business Insights Analyst on the Apple Store Online team, focusing on delivering analytics and supporting business decision-making for Greater China. The analyst will work with cross-functional stakeholders and platform partners to understand business needs, identify data sources, generate insights from platform data, and analyze market intelligence related to pricing, offers, market share, and competitor activity. The goal is to drive commercial growth for Apple Retail by providing data-driven insights into customer behavior and market trends. | — | 0 |
