Machine Learning Engineer - Graduate Program - 23 months
Cellular Vehicles
Software Engineering, Data Science
Ireland
Posted on Apr 2, 2026
Summary
Are you a recent graduate ready to make your mark in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment? If you're eager to transform your academic knowledge into real-world impact and have a passion for data-driven problem solving, we want to hear from you.
Apple's Strategic Data Solutions team plays a critical role in protecting the company from fraud, waste, and abuse, while continuously improving experiences for both our customers and internal partners. We are looking for talented graduates to join our 23-month rotational program, where you'll tackle meaningful challenges in either fraud mitigation or decision automation for fulfillment operations.
Throughout The Program, You'll Gain Hands-on Exposure To
Software Development
Systems Integration
Machine Learning
Automation
Your journey begins at Apple's European Operations Headquarters in Cork, Ireland, where you'll collaborate with industry-leading experts. Through a blend of on-the-job experience, mentorship, and structured training, you'll develop deep expertise in cutting-edge supply chain technologies.
If you are a strong analytical thinker who thrives in collaborative settings and loves solving complex problems, this could be the opportunity that defines your career.
Apply today — we'd love to meet you.
Description
This is an in-person position located in Cork, Ireland with a start date in late summer, working on a small team within the larger SDS organization. The work you will do as part of this program will help you:
Gain familiarity with complex decisioning systems
Work with cross-functional business partner teams
Monitor and maintain production decision points
Obtain experience updating decision automation systems
Design, develop, and deploy technical solutions to current business problems
Minimum Qualifications
Are you a recent graduate ready to make your mark in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment? If you're eager to transform your academic knowledge into real-world impact and have a passion for data-driven problem solving, we want to hear from you.
Apple's Strategic Data Solutions team plays a critical role in protecting the company from fraud, waste, and abuse, while continuously improving experiences for both our customers and internal partners. We are looking for talented graduates to join our 23-month rotational program, where you'll tackle meaningful challenges in either fraud mitigation or decision automation for fulfillment operations.
Throughout The Program, You'll Gain Hands-on Exposure To
Software Development
Systems Integration
Machine Learning
Automation
Your journey begins at Apple's European Operations Headquarters in Cork, Ireland, where you'll collaborate with industry-leading experts. Through a blend of on-the-job experience, mentorship, and structured training, you'll develop deep expertise in cutting-edge supply chain technologies.
If you are a strong analytical thinker who thrives in collaborative settings and loves solving complex problems, this could be the opportunity that defines your career.
Apply today — we'd love to meet you.
Description
This is an in-person position located in Cork, Ireland with a start date in late summer, working on a small team within the larger SDS organization. The work you will do as part of this program will help you:
Gain familiarity with complex decisioning systems
Work with cross-functional business partner teams
Monitor and maintain production decision points
Obtain experience updating decision automation systems
Design, develop, and deploy technical solutions to current business problems
Minimum Qualifications
- BSc (Hons), M.Sc, or equivalent in Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Engineering, BIS, or a related field completing in 2024 or later
- A minimum of a 2.1 (Hons) degree or equivalent is required
- Strong programming skills in Python, Scala, Java, or similar language
- Working knowledge of databases
- Solid grasp of data analysis
- Understanding of machine learning algorithms
- Experience with version control systems
- Ability to comprehend and debug software systems
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical audiences
- Internship or project experience in software engineering, data science, or related field
- Familiarity with machine learning or optimization frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Scikit-learn)
- Proficiency in SQL and working with large-scale databases
- Familiarity with data processing pipelines
- Knowledge of supply chain management concepts or operations research
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- Self-motivated, proactive, and solution-oriented mindset
- Eagerness to learn and apply new technologies
- Creativity and curiosity to explore new ideas in pursuit of tangible benefits to Apple