Artificial Intelligence Scientist Jobs in North Carolina
Artificial Intelligence Scientist jobs in North Carolina are in strong and growing demand, concentrated in enterprise technology, life sciences, defense research, and financial analytics, with openings at every level from entry-level researcher through senior principal scientist. The heaviest hiring is in Raleigh-Durham, Charlotte, and the Research Triangle Park corridor, where employers like SAS Institute, IBM, and Bank of America maintain deep AI research and applied science teams. North Carolina's most sought-after specialties include machine learning engineering, natural language processing, and computer vision. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Description:About this role:
We are seeking an Enterprise AI Platform - Agentic AI Safety & Security (Lead Artificial Intelligence Solutions Consultant), as part of the Digital Capabilities team under Digital Technology & Innovation.
In this role, you will define and deliver the governance, control, and enablement layer that allows teams across the enterprise to design, deploy, and operate AI agents safely and at scale in regulated environments. You will lead the Agentic AI Safety and Security strategy within our Enterprise AI Platform, and you will partner closely with platform engineering, cybersecurity, risk/compliance, and application teams to build industry leading capabilities such as agent identity and registry, observability and evaluation, responsible AI and data guardrails, and agent behavior controls. This is a high impact role at the intersection of AI innovation, platform product management, and enterprise transformation establishing the trusted agentic foundation that accelerates time to value while ensuring governance, security, and operational excellence.
In this role, you will:
Lead a team to identify, strategize and execute highly complex Artificial Intelligence initiatives that span a line of business
Recommend business strategy and deliver Artificial Intelligence enabling solutions to solve business challenges
Define and prioritize cases, obtain the required resources and ensure the solutions deliver the intended benefits
Leverage Artificial Intelligence expertise to evaluate technological readiness and resources required to execute the proposed solutions
Make decisions to drive the implementation of Artificial Intelligence initiatives and programs while serving multiple stakeholders
Resolve issues which may arise during development or implementation
Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals
Required Qualifications:
5+ years of Artificial Intelligence Solutions experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
2+ years of experience delivering platform capabilities end to end from discovery and roadmap definition through delivery and adoption with clear success metrics and strong stakeholder alignment
2+ years of hands on experience with cloud platforms such as GCP or Azure, and container orchestration technologies including Docker and Kubernetes/OpenShift
Desired Qualifications:
Experience with agentic AI systems, including planning and routing, tool execution, and multi step workflows, as well as familiarity with common architectural patterns such as retrieval augmented generation (RAG) and orchestrated agent workflows
Familiarity with emerging standards and interoperability patterns for agent to tool and agent to agent connectivity, including concepts similar to MCP style tool integration and A2A communication models
Experience integrating enterprise platforms via APIs and connectors, including designing and operating permission models, identity integration, and secure data access patterns
Experience building developer centric products and platforms, such as registries or marketplaces, SDKs and templates, documentation, onboarding flows, and scalable self service experiences
Understanding of AI governance and risk controls in enterprise environments, including operational guardrails, auditability, compliance considerations, and safe deployment practices
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex technical concepts and influence both technical practitioners and business stakeholders
About NTT DATA:
NTT DATA is a $30 billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long term success. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure and connectivity. We are one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. Visit us at us.nttdata.com
NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for U.S.-based positions. The starting pay range for this role is [$75 - $80/hourly]. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications. This position is eligible for company benefits including participation in medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending or health savings account, and AD&D insurance, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program, and additional voluntary or legally-required benefits
NTT DATA endeavors to make https://us.nttdata.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at https://us.nttdata.com/en/contact-us. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. NTT DATA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here. For Pay Transparency information, please click here.
None
Job Description:About this role:
We are seeking an Enterprise AI Platform - Agentic AI Safety & Security (Lead Artificial Intelligence Solutions Consultant), as part of the Digital Capabilities team under Digital Technology & Innovation.
In this role, you will define and deliver the governance, control, and enablement layer that allows teams across the enterprise to design, deploy, and operate AI agents safely and at scale in regulated environments. You will lead the Agentic AI Safety and Security strategy within our Enterprise AI Platform, and you will partner closely with platform engineering, cybersecurity, risk/compliance, and application teams to build industry leading capabilities such as agent identity and registry, observability and evaluation, responsible AI and data guardrails, and agent behavior controls. This is a high impact role at the intersection of AI innovation, platform product management, and enterprise transformation establishing the trusted agentic foundation that accelerates time to value while ensuring governance, security, and operational excellence.
In this role, you will:
Lead a team to identify, strategize and execute highly complex Artificial Intelligence initiatives that span a line of business
Recommend business strategy and deliver Artificial Intelligence enabling solutions to solve business challenges
Define and prioritize cases, obtain the required resources and ensure the solutions deliver the intended benefits
Leverage Artificial Intelligence expertise to evaluate technological readiness and resources required to execute the proposed solutions
Make decisions to drive the implementation of Artificial Intelligence initiatives and programs while serving multiple stakeholders
Resolve issues which may arise during development or implementation
Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals
Required Qualifications:
5+ years of Artificial Intelligence Solutions experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
2+ years of experience delivering platform capabilities end to end from discovery and roadmap definition through delivery and adoption with clear success metrics and strong stakeholder alignment
2+ years of hands on experience with cloud platforms such as GCP or Azure, and container orchestration technologies including Docker and Kubernetes/OpenShift
Desired Qualifications:
Experience with agentic AI systems, including planning and routing, tool execution, and multi step workflows, as well as familiarity with common architectural patterns such as retrieval augmented generation (RAG) and orchestrated agent workflows
Familiarity with emerging standards and interoperability patterns for agent to tool and agent to agent connectivity, including concepts similar to MCP style tool integration and A2A communication models
Experience integrating enterprise platforms via APIs and connectors, including designing and operating permission models, identity integration, and secure data access patterns
Experience building developer centric products and platforms, such as registries or marketplaces, SDKs and templates, documentation, onboarding flows, and scalable self service experiences
Understanding of AI governance and risk controls in enterprise environments, including operational guardrails, auditability, compliance considerations, and safe deployment practices
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex technical concepts and influence both technical practitioners and business stakeholders
About NTT DATA:
NTT DATA is a $30 billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long term success. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure and connectivity. We are one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. Visit us at us.nttdata.com
NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for U.S.-based positions. The starting pay range for this role is [$75 - $80/hourly]. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications. This position is eligible for company benefits including participation in medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending or health savings account, and AD&D insurance, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program, and additional voluntary or legally-required benefits
NTT DATA endeavors to make https://us.nttdata.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at https://us.nttdata.com/en/contact-us. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. NTT DATA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here. For Pay Transparency information, please click here.
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What North Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in artificial intelligence scientist jobs across North Carolina.
- Master's or doctoral degree in computer science, statistics, or a closely related field
- Hands-on experience building and deploying machine learning models in production environments
- Proficiency in Python and common ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or scikit-learn
- Demonstrated experience with large-scale data pipelines and cloud platforms like AWS or Azure
- Strong background in statistical modeling, experimental design, and quantitative analysis
- Ability to communicate research findings clearly to both technical teams and business stakeholders
Artificial Intelligence Scientist Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become an artificial intelligence scientist in North Carolina?
Becoming an artificial intelligence scientist in North Carolina typically starts with a bachelor's degree in computer science, mathematics, or engineering, followed by a master's or doctoral degree in machine learning, AI, or a related discipline. North Carolina has no state-issued license specific to the role. Most employers in the Research Triangle and Charlotte metro expect candidates to demonstrate applied research skills through published work, a strong project portfolio, or internship experience at a North Carolina university or technology company.
How much do artificial intelligence scientists make in North Carolina?
Artificial intelligence scientists in North Carolina earn a median of about $128,370 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $82,410 for the lowest 10% to over $182,050 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire artificial intelligence scientists in North Carolina?
Employers hiring artificial intelligence scientists in North Carolina right now include Alliance Health Plan, Amgen, and Rivet, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. North Carolina's Research Triangle Park, home to major technology and pharmaceutical campuses, consistently generates a high share of the state's open AI scientist positions.
Which North Carolina cities have the most artificial intelligence scientist jobs?
Charlotte, Morrisville, and Durham have the most artificial intelligence scientist openings in North Carolina. Raleigh-Durham leads because Research Triangle Park anchors a dense cluster of technology, biotech, and defense employers, while Charlotte's growth in financial services and enterprise software has steadily expanded its AI research headcount, and smaller hubs like Chapel Hill and Cary benefit from proximity to major university research programs and corporate campuses.
Are there remote artificial intelligence scientist jobs in North Carolina?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 43% of artificial intelligence scientist openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how naturally this work translates to distributed collaboration. The tasks most commonly done fully remote include model development, research writing, and data pipeline work, while on-site or hybrid arrangements are more common for roles tied to proprietary lab infrastructure or cross-functional product teams.
How can I get hired as an artificial intelligence scientist in North Carolina with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a research or data science associate role at a North Carolina university lab or large employer like SAS Institute, which runs structured internship and new-graduate programs that often convert to full-time AI scientist positions. Related roles such as data analyst, machine learning engineer, or research assistant serve as common stepping stones. Building a portfolio of reproducible ML projects and contributing to open-source research strengthens a candidacy significantly at the entry level.
Where can I find and apply to artificial intelligence scientist jobs in North Carolina?
You can find and apply to artificial intelligence scientist jobs in North Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your background and target location, and apply directly to each employer through the listing.
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