University of South Carolina Upstate is hiring an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Developer. The AI Developer designs, builds, and deploys AI-powered applications using Microsoft's AI ecosystem to support administrative and academic operations. The role involves collaborating with stakeholders to create secure, scalable, and user-centered AI solutions that comply with university policies and improve outcomes.
Highlights
Design, build, and support AI applications leveraging Microsoft Fabric, Dataverse, Copilot Studio, and AI Foundry.
Collaborate with academic and administrative stakeholders to align AI solutions with university policy and ethical innovation.
Integrate AI solutions securely within enterprise platforms while adhering to data governance, privacy, accessibility, and security standards.
Develop and support AI-enabled web interfaces using HTML and CSS.
Write technical documentation, conduct model validation, and support AI solution deployment.
Maintain continuous learning of emerging AI technologies and contribute to AI governance and responsible deployment frameworks.
Requires a bachelor's degree and four or more years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and certification.
Preferred experience with Microsoft AI tools, familiarity with higher education data privacy and accessibility standards, and strong communication skills.
Annual salary range: $95,423 to $147,906; hiring range starts at $95,423, commensurate with experience.
Work schedule: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday with some required evenings and weekends.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Developer Full Description
The application must be completed including all current and previous work history and education. A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing work history and education sections of the application.
USC Upstate offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
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
Posting Details
Posting Summary
Logo | Posting Number | STA00063PO26 Job Family | Information Technology Job Function | IT Business Systems Analysis USC Market Title | IT Business Analyst Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/133277 Job Level | P4 - Professional Business Title (Internal Title) | Artificial Intelligence (AI) Developer Campus | Upstate Work County | Spartanburg College/Division | USC Upstate College/Division Level Department | UPS Business Intelligence State Pay Range | T08 USC Market Range | MRL - $95,423 $121,664 $147,906 Anticipated Hiring Range | $95,423; Salary commensurate with education and experience. Location of Vacancy | USC Upstate, Spartanburg, SC Part/Full Time | Full Time Hours per Week | 37.5 Work Schedule | Monday – Friday; 8:30am – 5pm; Some evenings and weekends as needed are required. Basis | 12 months Job Search Category | Information Technology
About USC
About University of South Carolina | From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. Veterans' Preference Statement | The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.
Benefits for FTE Positions The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary | Artificial Intelligence (AI) Developer University of South Carolina Upstate STA00063PO26 Spartanburg, SC
The Artificial Intelligence (AI) Developer designs, builds, and deploys practical AI-powered applications that support enterprise administrative and academic operations. This role leverages Microsoft’s data and AI ecosystem, including Microsoft Fabric, Dataverse, Copilot Studio, and emerging AI Foundry tools, to deliver secure, scalable, and user-centered solutions. The AI Developer implements and supports AI solutions that align with university policy, foster ethical innovation, and improve student and operational outcomes.
This position will work with academic and administrative stakeholders to design AI solutions that align with university policy, foster ethical innovation, and improve student and operational outcomes. Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | 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. Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials | Preferred Qualifications | 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.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Background Check: Successful completion of a background check is required. Applied AI and Copilot Development: 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. Microsoft Data and Platform Expertise: Skill in working with Microsoft Fabric, Dataverse, and related data services to enable AI-driven insights, automation, and secure data integration across enterprise systems. Web Application Development: Proficiency in modern web development concepts and tools to support AI-enabled user interfaces. Enterprise Integration and Security: Ability to integrate AI solutions within approved enterprise platforms while adhering to institutional standards for security, identity management, privacy, accessibility, and data governance. Collaboration and Communication: 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. Problem Solving and Continuous Improvement: Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot platform, data, and integration issues; evaluate emerging Microsoft AI capabilities; and iteratively improve AI solutions to meet evolving institutional needs. Documentation and Governance: 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. Customer Service Orientation: Commitment to responsive, high-quality service, providing ongoing support and guidance to users to ensure successful adoption and sustained value of AI solutions. Professional Effectiveness: 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. The position has a normal 37.5-hour work week under normal office conditions. Occasional work outside normal hours may be required. During peak periods, overtime may be required, and it is expected that the employee will take the necessary steps to meet this requirement.
Job Duties
Job Duty | AI Application Development 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.
Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 50Job Duty | Support and Collaboration 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. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 25Job Duty | Enterprise AI Systems Integration 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.
Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 10Job Duty | Testing and Technical Documentation 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.
Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 5Job Duty | Continuous Learning and Innovation 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. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 5Job Duty | Other DutiesOther duties as assigned. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 5
Position Attributes Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive | No Hazardous weather category | Non-Essential
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies | 1 Desired Start Date | Job Open Date | 02/12/2026 Job Close Date | Open Until Filled | Yes Special Instructions to Applicant | The application must be completed including all current and previous work history and education. A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing work history and education sections of the application.
USC Upstate offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to: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 Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/202286 EEO Statement | The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
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