Sr. Software Engineer, Siri Speech

You will be responsible for delivering new natural language capabilities through state-of-the-art Machine Learning techniques. Use your creativity to explore how technology can lead to new user experiences. The role includes learning about new models and figuring out how to productize them to run on all Apple hardware. Design systems to support model inference with optimization, overrides and asset downloads. Build cloud-based services and develop client protocols. Analyze performance and optimize in complex multi-process environments.

MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent degree, with 8+ years of industry experience
Experienced in iOS application development with Xcode and Swift
Experienced in using generative AI agents for coding tasks
Familiarity with running model inference in production environments
Excellent communication and presentation skills

Familiarity with large language models
Knowledge of Apple frameworks
Experience working in Python, C++ and Unix
Experienced in server-side software development
Strong at the design of APIs and client/server protocols

Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, great ideas have a way of becoming great products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there’s no telling what you could accomplish.

Do you want to be a part of Apple Intelligence, and make Siri and related products smarter for our users? The Siri Speech team focuses on voice interactions with users. By understanding and responding to the user in context, with all the nuance of human conversation, we enhance the connection with the user. In addition, we partner with teams across Apple to build exciting natural language features, like Personal Voice and Digital Narration. All of this is empowered by the latest machine learning models. Join our team, and you will have the opportunity to build features that delight millions of users every day!

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 $181,100 and $318,400, 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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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

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