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AI & Emerging Technology Researcher

Varite, Inc

Greenville, SC

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$60.53–$83 Per Hour
SKILLS
Algorithms, Analysis Skills, Architectural Services, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Artificial Intelligence (AI) Agents, Automotive Industry, Business Analysis, Business Solutions, C++ Programming Language, Career Development, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Computer Security, Consulting, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Data Modeling, Data Quality, Documentation, Emerging Technology, Federal Government, Fortune 1000 Customers, Global Branding, Government, Information Technology & Information Systems, Information Technology Software, Leadership, Machine Learning, Manufacturing, Marketing, Mathematics, Microsoft C# (C Sharp), Microsoft Product Family, Operations Management, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Process Management, Product Development, Product Lifecycle, Product Strategy, Programming Languages, Project/Program Management, Prototyping, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Software Architecture, Software Engineering, State Government, Statistics, Technical Research, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Testing, Training/Teaching, Use Cases
LOCATION
Greenville, SC
POSTED
30+ days ago
VARITE is looking for a qualified AI & Emerging Technology Researcher – 5316 in Greenville, SC 29607
 
About the client:
A multinational company that primarily focuses on the design, manufacturing, and marketing of premium automobiles and motorcycles. Known for producing high-quality, performance-oriented vehicles, it is one of the leading brands in the global automotive industry.
 
What do we do?
Established in the Year 2000, VARITE is an award-winning minority business enterprise providing global consulting & staffing services to Fortune 1000 companies and government agencies. With 850+ global consultants, VARITE is committed to delivering excellence to its customers by leveraging its global experience and expertise in providing comprehensive scientific, engineering, technical, and non-technical staff augmentation and talent acquisition services.
 
Job Title: AI & Emerging Technology Researcher
Duration: 6+ months
Location: 2 Research Drive, Greenville, SC 29607
Pay rate: $60.53/hr - $83/hr on W2

I.   Position Purpose/Scope: What are the key objectives of the position?
  • Accelerates and supports the ongoing activities in the field of IT Innovation and Emerging Technologies.
  • Identifies and defines applications of emerging technologies to address business relevant challenges.
  • Designs and implements prototypes of applications including front/back-end and machine learning components. Works with different business units to understand the business demands with respect to Innovation and Emerging Technologies. Conducts advanced software engineering, analytical tasks, data preparation, machine learning models to enable to improve its IT products, services, and processes.
 
II.  Position Responsibilities/Accountabilities: List the major duties/accountabilities to achieve the positions key objectives.
  • Analyzes business critical data / processes and recommends improvements / highlights opportunities.  
  • Works with complex data / optimization / design problems and conducts advanced analytics tasks. 
  • Assess the effectiveness and accuracy of data sources and data gathering techniques.
  • Works with stakeholders throughout the organization to identify opportunities for leveraging company data to drive business solutions.
  • Works in collaboration with internal and external teams to identify opportunities for innovation and transition them to prototype and industrialization phase. 
  • Develops custom data models and algorithms.
  • Coordinates with different functional teams to implement solutions.
  • Serves as internal consultant to other developers and engineers as needed, providing assistance in all phases of product life-cycle development. 
  • Advises developers and engineers on emerging IT technologies and assists the team in process matters as related to development/support and provides the necessary on the job training and development of associates/contractors within the team.
  • Maintains accurate, meaningful, and updated technical and non-technical documentation pertaining to all aspects of area(s) of responsibility.
  • Clearly communicates requirements, progress, goals and results to business partners with various levels of technical knowledge. 
  • Performs other duties as assigned by Operations Supervisor.
 
III. Position Competencies:
A) Education:
  • Bachelor degree in computer science, engineering, science, mathematics/statistics, or related field.
  • Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in computer science, mathematics/statistics, or a related field (preferred).
 
B) Experience:
  • 5+ years prior experience working in IT / software engineering with machine learning development
 
C) Training: 
  • As applicable, per training guidelines.
 
D) Licenses and/or Certifications:   
  • Process/project management experience or training/certifications (preferred).
 
E) Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Basic = less than 1 year of experience/training needed; Intermediate = 1-3 years of experience/some training may be needed; Advanced = 3-5 years of experience/no training needed; Expert = 5+ years of experience/able to train others.
  • 5+ years of knowledge of in one or more of the following programming languages: Python, C++, C#
  • 5+ years of experience in problem solving skills with an emphasis on IT product development
  • 3+ years of knowledge of a variety of machine learning techniques and their real-world advantages/drawbacks
  • 3+ years of knowledge of a software engineering and architecture 
 
AI Product Architect – Enterprise Copilot & AI Solutions (MS Solutions)
 
Day-to-Day:
  • Evaluate, test, and position new Microsoft Copilot features within the portfolio
  • Design and lead enterprise rollout plans for Copilot, Agents, and AI extensibility scenarios
  • Architect solutions for Copilot Agents, agent interfaces, and enterprise knowledge experiences
  • Define integration patterns using Microsoft Graph Connectors and Copilot Search / knowledge sources
  • Lead complex, cross-functional AI adoption initiatives from concept to enterprise scale
 
Must Haves:
  • Strong experience with Microsoft 365 Copilot architecture, feature lifecycle, and rollout planning
  • Ability to interpret new AI features and align them to enterprise use cases and product strategy
  • Hands-on knowledge of Copilot extensibility, including agents, connectors, and data sourcing
  • Strong architectural documentation and executive communication skills
  • Experience leading large-scale enterprise initiatives across IT, Security, and Business teams (e.g., portfolio, roadmap, demand intake)
 
Nice to Haves:
  • Experience with Copilot Studio, custom agents, or AI orchestration patterns
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Graph, data integration for search/knowledge architectures
  • Exposure to AI governance, security, or compliance considerations in solution design
  • Highly regulated industry experience (i.e EU, automotive, State or Federal Government, etc.)
 
BENEFITS:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. Eligible employees may receive:
Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Retirement Plans: Participation in a company-sponsored retirement savings plan
Legal Service Plans – Offering access to attorneys for legal advice and representation
 
If this opportunity interests you, please respond by clicking on EasyApply.
 
In case you are not currently available or interested in pursuing this opportunity, please forward this email among your circle who might be suitable and interested in any of our open requirements. VARITE has a robust Candidate Referral Fee plan where you will receive a one-time referral fee if the referred candidate successfully works with VARITE on an assignment for at least 1 month or 160 Hours.
 
VARITE is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
 

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