Ai Solutions Developer; Raleigh, Nc

Job Description

AI SOLUTIONS DEVELOPER (Raleigh, NC)

Funto Network IT Consulting

Empowering Businesses with Innovative IT Solutions

Department: Innovation & Advanced Technology

Location: Raleigh, North Carolina (Hybrid: 3 days in office, 2 days remote)

Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Reports To: Chief Technology Officer

Office

Location:

Raleigh-Durham Research Triangle Area

At Funto Network, we believe that artificial intelligence represents the next frontier of business innovation, and we're strategically planting our AI practice in the heart of North Carolina's technology corridor. Based in Charlotte with our new AI division in Raleigh, we're positioned to leverage the Research Triangle's world‑class talent pool, academic partnerships, and vibrant tech ecosystem. We develop custom AI solutions, intelligent automation, and machine learning applications that transform how businesses in the Southeast and beyond operate, compete, and grow.

We are establishing our AI Development Center in Raleigh and seeking a foundational AI Solutions Developer to lead this initiative. This is more than a job—it's an opportunity to build something significant in one of America's premier tech regions. You will be our first Raleigh‑based AI specialist, responsible for designing, developing, and deploying cutting‑edge AI/ML solutions while helping us establish partnerships with local universities (NC State, Duke, UNC), research institutions, and tech companies.

• Academic Powerhouse:
  Direct access to NC State's AI/ML programs, Duke's AI research, and UNC's data science initiatives
• Industry Ecosystem:
  Located in the #1 best place for tech jobs in the Southeast, surrounded by IBM, Red Hat, SAS Institute, Cisco, and growing AI startups
• Cost Advantage:
  Compared to Silicon Valley or NYC, Raleigh offers exceptional talent at competitive rates with lower operational costs
• Quality of Life:
  Consistently ranked among best places to live, work, and innovate with exceptional schools, parks, and cultural amenities

• AI Solution Development:
  Design, build, and deploy custom AI/ML models and applications for clients across healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and biotech sectors prevalent in the Research Triangle region.
• Research Triangle Integration:
  Establish and maintain relationships with local academic institutions for talent pipeline, research collaboration, and staying current with emerging AI technologies.
• End‑to‑End ML Pipeline:
  Develop complete machine learning pipelines using Microsoft Azure AI Services and AWS Sage Maker, with particular focus on solutions relevant to regional industries.
• Client Engagement:
  Work with southeastern US clients to identify AI opportunities, develop solution architectures, and deliver measurable business value through intelligent automation and predictive analytics.
• Local Tech Community Leadership:
  Represent Funto Network at Raleigh‑Durham tech meetups, AI conferences, and university career events. Build our brand as an AI innovator in the local ecosystem.
• Solution Integration:
  Create AI solutions that integrate with clients' existing Microsoft ecosystems.
• AI Ethics & Governance:
  Implement responsible AI frameworks suitable for regulated industries common in the region (healthcare, finance, pharmaceuticals).

• Experience:
  
  3‑5 years of professional AI/ML development experience, preferably with exposure to Research Triangle companies or academic collaborations.
• Technical Mastery (Raleigh‑Ready) – Core:
  Advanced Python, scikit‑learn, Tensor Flow / PyTorch.
• Cloud Platforms:
  Microsoft Azure AI/ML (strongly preferred) or AWS Sage Maker.
• Specialization:
  Experience in one or more areas relevant to Triangle industries – Healthcare / NLP, Predictive Analytics, Computer Vision, or Time Series Analysis.
• Deployment:
  Production deployment experience using containers, APIs, and MLOps practices.
• Local Network Advantage:
  Existing connections within Raleigh‑Durham tech community, university AI labs, or local tech organizations are a significant plus.
• Educationa…