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AI roles in machine learning, natural language processing, and computer vision regularly qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification. Employers file on your behalf, certifying that no qualified U.S. worker is available for the role. Sponsorship leads to permanent residency, not a temporary status that needs renewing.
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As an artificial intelligence (AI) subject-matter expert, this position will support OTIS and the State’s AI Center of Excellence by providing technical expertise for the evaluation and responsible implementation of AI solutions. The role will assist state agencies and other government entities in assessing AI use cases, tools, risks and opportunities and developing secure, reusable technical approaches. The position will also contribute to statewide AI strategies and guidance that align with organizational goals and established governance, security and privacy requirements.
DAILY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Support the development and implementation of AI strategies that align with organization’s goals and objectives
- Contribute to the AI review and approval process for use cases and vendors, ensuring they meet established compliance and operational requirements across the state.
- Support and promote the adoption of standardized AI processes.
- Support the State’s AI Center of Excellence by contributing technical expertise to the design of secure architectures, development of reusable technical patterns, use case development, prototyping, feasibility assessments and responsible implementation of AI solutions.
- Develop and maintain a high level of expertise in AI, positioning Office of Information Technology Services as a leader.
REQUIRED SKILLS (Please ensure candidate’s relevant experience is listed with appropriate supporting documentation)
- 1 year of proven experience with establishing proof of concept success criteria and evaluating AI solutions against criteria
- 2 years of hands-on experience with ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and comparable generative AI platforms.
- 2 years of experience designing and implementing AI agents and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) solutions.
- 1 year of experience using AI-assisted coding tools to accelerate development, testing, debugging, and documentation.
- 1 year of experience defining AI use case success criteria, key performance indicators (KPIs) and production monitoring measures for AI use cases.
- 1 year of experience building dashboards and reporting for AI adoption, performance, cost, risk, and operational outcomes.
- 1 year of hands-on experience integrating AI capabilities with Azure and AWS.
PREFERRED SKILLS
- Background in a variety of programming languages and principals.
- Familiarity with the foundations of artificial neural networks (ANNs), transformers, natural language processing, image classification and time-series data.
- Experience with data tools and techniques for storing, retrieving, and cleaning data.
REQUIRED EDUCATION:
- Undergraduate degree in computer science, data science, artificial intelligence or related field required; advanced degree preferred.
OTHER SKILLS/DUTIES:
- Strong communication and knowledge-transfer skills.
- Advanced report writing ability.
- Excellent communication skills and relevant public speaking.
- Experience working on complex projects.
BENEFITS AT INTELLIBEE
- Long-Term Stability: Join us on a multi-year opportunities with room to grow.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access quality healthcare benefits to keep you and your family well.
- Future Planning: Enroll in our 401(k) program and invest in your financial security.
- GC Assistance: We support immediate Green Card processing, if required.
SCOPE OF THE PROJECT:
As an artificial intelligence (AI) subject-matter expert, this position will support OTIS and the State’s AI Center of Excellence by providing technical expertise for the evaluation and responsible implementation of AI solutions. The role will assist state agencies and other government entities in assessing AI use cases, tools, risks and opportunities and developing secure, reusable technical approaches. The position will also contribute to statewide AI strategies and guidance that align with organizational goals and established governance, security and privacy requirements.
DAILY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Support the development and implementation of AI strategies that align with organization’s goals and objectives
- Contribute to the AI review and approval process for use cases and vendors, ensuring they meet established compliance and operational requirements across the state.
- Support and promote the adoption of standardized AI processes.
- Support the State’s AI Center of Excellence by contributing technical expertise to the design of secure architectures, development of reusable technical patterns, use case development, prototyping, feasibility assessments and responsible implementation of AI solutions.
- Develop and maintain a high level of expertise in AI, positioning Office of Information Technology Services as a leader.
REQUIRED SKILLS (Please ensure candidate’s relevant experience is listed with appropriate supporting documentation)
- 1 year of proven experience with establishing proof of concept success criteria and evaluating AI solutions against criteria
- 2 years of hands-on experience with ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and comparable generative AI platforms.
- 2 years of experience designing and implementing AI agents and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) solutions.
- 1 year of experience using AI-assisted coding tools to accelerate development, testing, debugging, and documentation.
- 1 year of experience defining AI use case success criteria, key performance indicators (KPIs) and production monitoring measures for AI use cases.
- 1 year of experience building dashboards and reporting for AI adoption, performance, cost, risk, and operational outcomes.
- 1 year of hands-on experience integrating AI capabilities with Azure and AWS.
PREFERRED SKILLS
- Background in a variety of programming languages and principals.
- Familiarity with the foundations of artificial neural networks (ANNs), transformers, natural language processing, image classification and time-series data.
- Experience with data tools and techniques for storing, retrieving, and cleaning data.
REQUIRED EDUCATION:
- Undergraduate degree in computer science, data science, artificial intelligence or related field required; advanced degree preferred.
OTHER SKILLS/DUTIES:
- Strong communication and knowledge-transfer skills.
- Advanced report writing ability.
- Excellent communication skills and relevant public speaking.
- Experience working on complex projects.
BENEFITS AT INTELLIBEE
- Long-Term Stability: Join us on a multi-year opportunities with room to grow.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access quality healthcare benefits to keep you and your family well.
- Future Planning: Enroll in our 401(k) program and invest in your financial security.
- GC Assistance: We support immediate Green Card processing, if required.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in AI
Document your AI specialization before applying
PERM requires your employer to define a specific job duty set tied to your credentials. Compile evidence of your machine learning frameworks, published models, or research outputs now so your employer's labor certification accurately reflects the role you'll actually perform.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Not every company that hires AI engineers has filed PERM petitions before. Use Migrate Mate to filter for employers with documented green card sponsorship history in AI and data science roles, so you're not the first person they've ever sponsored.
Clarify whether your role qualifies for EB-2 or EB-3
EB-2 requires a master's degree or its equivalent in a directly related field. If your AI role requires only a bachelor's degree, it may be classified EB-3 instead, which affects your priority date timeline depending on your country of birth.
Negotiate PERM sponsorship into your offer letter
Employers are not required to sponsor green cards, and many AI teams treat it as optional. Ask explicitly during the offer stage whether PERM is included in the employment package, and get the timeline commitment in writing before you sign.
Verify your prevailing wage classification early
PERM locks your employer into paying at least the DOL prevailing wage for your specific SOC code and work location. Check the OFLC Wage Search for your AI job title before accepting an offer to confirm the wage level aligns with what the company is prepared to pay.
Use O*NET to confirm specialty occupation alignment
USCIS evaluates whether your AI role qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring a specific degree. Cross-check your job title and duties against the O*NET occupation profile to identify the degree field your employer should list on the PERM application.
Green Card AI: Frequently Asked Questions
Do AI jobs commonly qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most AI engineering and research roles qualify for EB-2 because they require a master's degree or its equivalent in computer science, mathematics, or a related technical field. Roles that require only a bachelor's degree typically fall under EB-3. Either category goes through PERM labor certification, where the employer must show no qualified U.S. worker is available for the specific position.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for AI professionals?
H-1B visa is a temporary status that requires renewal every three years and, for most nationalities, subjects you to an annual lottery. PERM-based green card sponsorship has no lottery and leads to permanent residency. The tradeoff is time: PERM labor certification, I-140 approval, and adjustment of status together can take two to four years for most nationalities, longer for Indian and Chinese nationals due to priority date backlogs.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for an AI role?
Your employer files a PERM application with DOL certifying that they advertised the AI position, found no minimally qualified U.S. applicants, and are offering at least the prevailing wage for that SOC code and location. The recruitment period typically spans 30 to 60 days. Once DOL certifies the application, your employer files an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS to formally establish your priority date.
How do I find AI employers who will actually sponsor a green card?
Use Migrate Mate to search for AI and machine learning roles filtered by employers with confirmed green card sponsorship history. Many job postings don't advertise PERM sponsorship upfront, so filtering by verified filing history saves significant time and helps you focus your applications on companies that have completed the process before rather than those encountering it for the first time.
Can my employer start my PERM process while I'm on an H-1B?
Yes, and starting early is strongly advisable. PERM labor certification can begin at any point during your H-1B employment. If your I-140 is approved and your priority date is current, you can file for adjustment of status before your H-1B expires. Filing PERM while you're still in early H-1B status gives you the most flexibility if your priority date takes longer than expected to become current.