University of South Carolina · 19 hours ago
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Developer
Spartanburg, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$95K/yr - $122K/yr
4+ years expThe University of South Carolina is transforming lives through its educational institutions. They are seeking an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Developer to design, build, and deploy AI-powered applications that support enterprise operations and improve student outcomes.
EducationHigher EducationSTEM Education
Responsibilities
Design, build, and support AI-powered applications using Microsoft’s data and AI platforms, including Microsoft Fabric, Dataverse, Copilot Studio, and related services, to address enterprise administrative and academic use cases
Implement AI solutions that integrate with existing data sources, workflows, and web-based interfaces to provide secure, scalable, and user-centered functionality
Partner with administrative and academic stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into practical AI solutions
Support the configuration, testing, and deployment of AI capabilities within approved platforms and governance frameworks
Provide guidance on responsible AI use and model limitations in administrative operational contexts
Collaborate with IT and enterprise system teams to ensure all AI solutions are integrated within existing enterprise platforms and comply with institutional data security, privacy, accessibility, and governance policies
Write documentation for developed tools, workflows, and APIs for review and audit. Coordinates with AI Educator
Conduct model validation and performance evaluations in controlled environments
Stay up-to-date on emerging AI models, frameworks, and best practices
Participate in AI-related communities of practice or consortium activities representing the university
Recommend and test new AI techniques that align with the university’s data strategy and digital transformation goals
Participate in establishing and maintaining AI governance and responsible AI deployment frameworks, ensuring transparency, fairness, and compliance with university standards
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Requires a bachelor's degree in a job related field and 4 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience
Successful completion of a background check is required
Knowledge of designing, configuring, and supporting AI-powered solutions using Microsoft AI technologies, including Copilot Studio and emerging Microsoft Foundry capabilities, with an emphasis on practical, policy-aligned use cases rather than model research
Skill in working with Microsoft Fabric, Dataverse, and related data services to enable AI-driven insights, automation, and secure data integration across enterprise systems
Proficiency in modern web development concepts and tools to support AI-enabled user interfaces
Ability to integrate AI solutions within approved enterprise platforms while adhering to institutional standards for security, identity management, privacy, accessibility, and data governance
Ability to effectively collaborate with technical teams, faculty, and administrative stakeholders, translating business and operational needs into clear technical solutions and communicating AI capabilities and limitations to non-technical audiences
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot platform, data, and integration issues; evaluate emerging Microsoft AI capabilities; and iteratively improve AI solutions to meet evolving institutional needs
Skill in producing clear technical and functional documentation and understanding governance requirements relevant to higher education environments, including FERPA, accessibility standards, and responsible AI practices
Commitment to responsive, high-quality service, providing ongoing support and guidance to users to ensure successful adoption and sustained value of AI solutions
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a results-oriented environment, manage multiple priorities, respond constructively to feedback, and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders
Preferred
Experience with Microsoft Fabric, Copilot Studio, Dataverse, and Microsoft AI Foundry
Experience supporting web-based user interfaces using HTML and CSS
Familiarity with higher education environments, including data privacy and accessibility requirements
Ability to work within established security, privacy, and data governance standards
Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Benefits
Health and Life Insurance
Retirement Programs
Paid Tuition Program
Dependent Scholarships
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Annual Leave
Sick Leave
13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
Paid Parental Leave
Professional Development Opportunities
Company
University of South Carolina
The University of South Carolina is a research university providing research & education to its undergraduate and graduate students.
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$5.36MKey Investors
American Heart AssociationU.S. Department of EducationJames S. McDonnell Foundation
2023-07-26Grant
2022-09-12Grant· $5.11M
2022-02-24Grant· $0.25M
Leadership Team
Scott Verzyl
Vice President For Enrollment Management and Dean of Undergraduate Admissions
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