Apple

Machine Learning Data Engineer

Apple$130K — $180K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, or related field; or equivalent experience.
  • 10+ years of experience in data analysis or ML data operations.
  • Experience designing data quality control processes and curation workflows.
  • Experience managing or coordinating cross-functional projects for ML development.
  • Familiarity with global data privacy frameworks (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
  • Proven ability to work with machine learning tools and LLMs.
  • Strong communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

  • Transform ambiguous data challenges into scalable, high-quality processes.
  • Develop and implement data quality control and evaluation frameworks.
  • Lead cross-functional projects to ensure effective data handling for ML applications.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to gather requirements and improve data strategies.
  • Drive initiatives that maximize ROI through improved model performance.
  • Ensure compliance with privacy regulations in data management.
  • Consult and communicate complex technical data insights effectively.

Benefits

  • Health and wellness programs to support your overall well-being.
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • Flexible work environment to promote work-life balance.
  • Collaborative and innovative company culture.
  • Access to cutting-edge technology and tools.
Full Job Description
We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Machine Learning Data Engineer to drive our machine learning data with a strong focus on quality. In this role, you will transform ambiguous data challenges into scalable processes, clear policies, and high-fidelity datasets that power diverse ML use cases, specifically focused on innovative consumer products and user-facing technologies. You will act as the crucial link between technical tools and infrastructure, cross-functional engineering teams, and regulatory compliance (including privacy, legal, and consumer data protection). If your passion is making sense of complex data, designing data evaluation frameworks, and leading initiatives to maximize model ROI through rigorous data quality, we want you on our team. BS in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, or a related field; or equivalent industry experience. Experience in data analysis, data engineering, and machine learning data operations. Experience designing data quality control processes, data curation workflows, or Human-in-the-Loop initiatives. Experience managing or coordinating cross-functional projects spanning multiple technical teams or organizations, leading end-to-end data strategy for ML development lifecycle, including iterating rapidly to drive improvements. 10+ years of experience in data analysis or ML data operations, including identifying trends, generating summary statistics, and drawing insights from quantitative and qualitative data. Experience operating within global data privacy frameworks (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) and aligning consumer ML data handling with legal compliance and ethical guidelines. Proven background in leading complex, cross-functional programs focused specifically on ML data quality at scale. Experience with prompt engineering, machine learning tools, and fine-tuning Large Language Models (LLMs). Demonstrated ability to consult with diverse engineering stakeholders to gather requirements, explain complex models, and iterate rapidly to drive improvements. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a specialized ability to distill highly technical analyses to non-technical audiences effectively. Exceptional problem-solving skills, adaptability, and agility to navigate high ambiguity, learn proprietary tools quickly, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

About Apple

Apple is a corporation that designs, manufactures, and markets mobile communication and media devices, personal computers, portable digital music players, and sells a variety of related software, services, peripherals, networking solutions, and third-party digital content and applications. Apple provides many products and services, including iPhone; iPad; iPod; Mac; Apple TV; a portfolio of consumer and professional software applications; the iOS and OS X operating systems; iCloud; and accessories, service, and support offerings. It sells its products worldwide through its retail stores, online stores, direct sales force and third-party cellular network carriers, wholesalers, retailers, and value-added resellers to the consumer and also sells third-party iPhone, iPad, Mac and iPod compatible products, including application software and accessories through its online and retail stores. Introduced in 1984, the Macintosh was the first widely sold personal computer with a graphical user interface (GUI). That feature and others such as an improved floppy drive design and a low-cost hard drive that made data retrieval faster helped Apple cultivate a reputation for innovation. Apple was named as the most admired company in the United States in 2008 and in the world from 2008 to 2012 by the Fortune magazine. The company was founded by Steven Paul Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ronald Gerald Wayne on April 1, 1976, and is headquartered in Cupertino, California.

Apple Careers

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154,000 employees
Market Cap
$2,074.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$63.9 billion
Founded
1976
5 Year Trend
+11.5%
Revenue
$294.1 billion
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