ML Optimization Engineer, ASE Efficiency
Apple· Consumer Technology· Oct 23, 2026 · 3d ago
Seattle, Washington, United States
In office
Full-time
Mid
$142K–$214K
Job description
The iCloud Efficiency Engineer will be a key player in Apple’s ongoing efforts to improve the efficiency of its cloud services. You will help optimize the design, deployment, and operation of iCloud services. This role involves in-depth analysis of infrastructure usage patterns, and capacity planning to ensure scalability and reliability while minimizing resource wastage. You will collaborate closely with engineering teams, data scientists, and finance experts to develop and implement strategies that align with Apple’s cloud sustainability and resource utilization principles. Your work will directly contribute to optimizing iCloud’s performance, influencing the unit cost of services and the overall customer experience.
Strong software engineering background and experience with data-driven modeling, forecasting and decision making for cloud services
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and effectively to cross-functional teams
Hands-on experience with platform observability tools, enabling deep insights into service performance and helping to drive optimizations
Experienced in developing cost models and strategies for software services, ensuring optimal resource utilization and cost-effectiveness
Bachelor or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
Demonstrable experience in capacity planning and resource optimization
Knowledge of machine learning pipelines and service monitoring tools a plus
PhD in CS or related field
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