App Development Consulting Engineer - AI/ML

We help Apple's largest customers and strategic partners build the apps that run their businesses on Apple platforms. From strategy through design to deployment, we guide their product teams to build consumer‑grade business applications, combining native frameworks, on‑device AI, and deep platform integrations to change how people work. We're looking for an experienced engineer with deep expertise in Apple's ecosystem to join the team as a hands‑on technical expert to help our customers build exceptional AI experiences on iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, macOS, and visionOS. In this role you will shape how the world's leading organisations design and ship AI‑powered apps on Apple platforms.

Description: Engineering position that requires real‑world software development experience building and shipping apps on Apple platforms. You will be fully immersed in the platform, living on Apple's developer tools, exploring APIs as they evolve, and defining best practices. Partner directly with customer engineering teams as a trusted technical voice, guiding the development, integration, and deployment of AI‑powered business apps. This role offers an incredible opportunity to shape how the world's leading businesses build software for Apple devices, and set the bar for how AI‑enabled applications look, feel, and function on the platform. Build reference implementations with Apple's AI/ML frameworks that demonstrate the possibilities with the platform. Engage with C‑level executives and decision makers to translate technical possibilities into business value. Partner and collaborate with internal stakeholders at Apple on initiatives that accelerate customers’ AI transformation. Create and lead presentations to large audiences, both technical and non‑technical. Opportunity to embrace constant growth and learning as technologies and business challenges evolve. You will play a key role in shaping the Design Lab initiatives, working with designers to elevate how we support customers across design, app development, and AI adoption. Support EMEIA business and education customers and partners, with some travel required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Recent, real‑world experience building and shipping multiple high‑quality native apps on Apple platforms, with deep expertise in Swift, SwiftUI, UIKit, and Apple's developer tools.
• Hands‑on experience building AI‑powered applications, integrating LLMs, working with on‑device ML models, and applying related techniques such as prompt design, evaluation, and agentic workflows.
• Fast learner who quickly grasps new concepts, technologies, and tools, and knows how to apply the right one to the right problem.
• Deep understanding of the software development and release lifecycle.
• Understanding of business processes, app lifecycle, and product management.
• Problem‑solver who thrives on complex challenges.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experienced and comfortable presenting to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Proactive individual who's very comfortable driving independent work, exploring solutions, and delivering results.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or equivalent experience.
• Familiarity with Apple's AI/ML stack, including the Foundation Models framework, Core ML, and MLX, and how to apply each to the right problem.
• Genuinely curious about AI and ML, with a habit of staying current on new models, techniques, and tools.
• macOS and visionOS development experience is a plus.
• A broad understanding of common enterprise technologies, leading ecosystem solutions, and complex integration workflows.
• Ability to build intuitive user interfaces and optimise user experience, in line with Apple’s HIG and design patterns.
• Experience with development best‑practices for performance optimisation, security, accessibility and app distribution.
• Ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders to communicate Apple’s platform message.
• Creative thinker who envisions, explores and clearly communicates innovative use cases that inspire customers and developers alike.
• Strong attention to detail, and high standards for quality, with a passion for building polished, engaging apps.

At Apple, we're not all the same. And that's our greatest strength. We draw on the differences in who we are, what we've experienced and how we think. Because to create products that serve everyone, we believe in including everyone. Therefore, we are committed to treating all applicants fairly and equally. As a registered Disability Confident employer, we will work with applicants to make any reasonable accommodations. Apple will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal backgrounds in a manner consistent with applicable law. At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong.