Summary
Posted: Oct 8, 2024
Role Number:200572157
At the core of the Apple Intelligence revolution lies the groundbreaking Apple Neural Engine. This proprietary hardware accelerator is the key to unlocking real-time, energy-efficient, and high-performance execution of Generative AI models right on your device. As a Performance engineer in our Apple Neural Engine team, you will design and implement novel solutions to help optimize performance and energy efficiency for the AI workloads of tomorrow. This role is an opportunity to leave an enduring mark on the world of technology, having a direct positive impact on millions of Apple customers worldwide. Are you ready to push the boundaries of what's possible, and prepared to be at the forefront of a technological revolution that will change the way we interact with the world? Join us in designing the next generation of Apple products!
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Description
As a Performance Engineer in our Apple Neural Engine team working on many of Apple's products, you will be expected to: - Optimize system level performance of Apple Intelligence features across diverse computing platforms - Identify hot spots across all stages and layers of the software stack - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement performant solutions - Architect and implement on-device performance statistics collection - Engage with QA teams to craft performance tests
- BS and a minimum of 3 years experience with low-level software or OS development
- Excellent programming skills in C/C++/Objective-C/Swift
Preferred Qualifications
- MS or PhD in computer science, machine learning or related field
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with firmware or driver development
- Proficiency with profiling and optimizing complex software
- Strong knowledge of computer architecture and compilers
- ARM architecture and assembly programming
- Python/shell Scripting skills
- Familiarity with CNN, transformer and diffusion model architectures
- Experience with hardware acceleration of deep learning workloads
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 $143,100 and $264,200, 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.
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
More
- Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure 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.