The goal of Apple's Manufacturing and Operations team is to take a vision of a product and turn it into a reality. Through the use of statistics, the scientific process, and machine learning, the team recommends and implements solutions to the most challenging problems. We're looking for ML researchers to help us revolutionize how we manufacture Apple's amazing products. Put your skill & passion to work in this highly visible role.

Minimum Qualifications
Pursuing PhD in Computer Science / related field
Deep understanding of Machine Learning concepts, Probability and Statistics
Understanding of Computer Vision & VLMs, with demonstrated skill in training models and applying them to ML application development.
Ability to prototype research ideas as working code (Python)
Ability to meaningfully present results of analysis in a clear and impactful manner

Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with applying Machine Learning, especially Computer Vision in a Manufacturing / Assembly setting
Familiarity with multimodal understanding & reasoning, knowledge-graphs & generative video models
Prior publications in relevant field