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Video Codec Machine Learning Engineer, Audio & Media Technologies

San Diego, CA • On-site

Apple
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing • 10K+ employees

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago


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8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 684 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Imagine the possibilities that await you here! At Apple, bold ideas rapidly transform
into groundbreaking products, services, and customer experiences that shape the
world. Are you someone who brings passion, dedication, and a drive to push bound-
aries? If so, we want to hear from you. We are seeking exceptional talent to join us in
defining the future of video. Our team is at the forefront of crafting the next genera-
tion video codec that will redefine the industry landscape and set new standards for
how the world experiences video. This is your opportunity to make a lasting impact
on both Apple's ecosystem and the broader industry as a whole. Driven by this mis-
sion, our team develops cutting-edge video coding, processing, machine learning,
and systems engineering technologies that power intelligent and immersive video
experiences across Apple's iconic products and platforms, including Photos, Cam-
era, Spotlight, FaceTime, AirPlay, Sidecar, and Apple TV. You will collaborate with a
team of highly driven and talented specialists, working together to turn visionary
codec innovations into transformative technologies that reach and inspire millions of
people every day.
Description
This position is ideal for a highly self-motivated and visionary individual with a deep passion for pushing the boundaries of video coding, machine learning, and AI-driven video technologies.
Minimum Qualifications
A Ph.D degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science is required.
Deep Expertise in Video and Image Coding: Comprehensive mastery of video and image coding principles, algorithms, and techniques, with a strong foundation in both classical and ML-driven approaches.
Proficiency in Video Coding Standards: In-depth hands-on experience with industry-leading video coding standards, including H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC,
AV1, H.266/VVC, and the emerging AV2, with a keen interest in how machine learning is revolutionizing these standards.
Strong Software Engineering Skills: Excellent software design, development,
and debugging skills with proficiency in C/C++, complemented by experience in
ML frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow.
Preferred Qualifications
Machine Learning and AI Fluency: Strong understanding and practical experience in applying machine learning, deep learning, and generative AI techniques to video and image processing, coding, and computer vision challenges. Experience with ML-based codec design, neural video compression, or AI-powered video enhancement is highly valued
Visionary and Innovative Mindset: Passion for staying at the cutting edge of machine learning, generative video technologies, and computer vision, with the ability to translate emerging research into real-world product impact
Leadership and Collaboration: Proven experience in leading teams and driving complex projects from concept to completion, with strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively influence and inspire across cross-functional teams.

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Imagine what you could do here! At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. Dynamic, intelligent people and inspiring, innovative technologies are the norm here. The people who work here have reinvented entire industries with all Apple Hardware products. The same real passion for innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices strengthening our dedication to leave the world better than we found it.

Industry

Computer and electronic product manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Cupertino, CA, US

Year founded

1976