AR/VR Software Performance Engineer

**Role Number:** 200652518-3956**Summary**The Vision Product Group is working on exciting new technologies. We are looking for a driven and dedicated performance engineer. This team is building the core foundational platform for some of Apple's most advanced technologies in spatial computing. As part of our creative organization, you will have a uniquely rewarding opportunity to craft future products that will delight and inspire millions of people every day.**Description**As an engineer in this role you will help with ANE efficiency as well as improving overall visionOS responsiveness. You will work closely with Computer Vision and Foundation Model teams to diagnose performance bottlenecks and develop innovative solutions to optimize compute and memory footprint. Your responsibilities will include:Analyze, benchmark and identify performance bottlenecks for ML/Foundation models in Vision ProDevelop in-house performance solutions (such as analysis tools) to optimize inference stack & identify performance wins.Conduct deep-dive analysis to identify & reduce bottlenecks and measure inference improvements in terms of memory, compute and latency.Partner with feature and product teams to consult on algorithm and SW architectural design decisions to achieve visionOS performance goalsOptimize SW and HW via tunable parameters & integrate research findings into product implementation**Minimum Qualifications**+ Minimum BS and 1+ years of relevant industry experience+ Familiarity with Operating Systems, embedding programming, parallel programming.+ Academic or industry experience using C/C++, Python or Swift+ Understanding of compilers, runtimes, system performance, system software engineering and ML architectures.+ Familiarity with optimizing inference latency, memory and compute.+ Familiarity with Gen AI coding tools. Demonstrated ability to use them for design, code generation, and debugging.**Preferred Qualifications**+ Familiarity with PyTorch, Tensorflow or CoreML+ Knowledge of AI/ML fundamentals including model evaluation and deployment/inference.+ Familiarity with optimizing model architectures for on-device inference+ Familiarity with Computer Vision, Transformers and LLM architectures.+ Exceptional written and verbal communication skillsApple 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 (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .