Tech Jobs in Durham, NC
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Durham sits at the heart of the Research Triangle, a hub for AI, data science, and biotech. With a 3% unemployment rate and a talent pool fed by UNC‑Charlotte, Duke, and NC State, tech companies are aggressively hiring. The city’s vibrant startup scene, backed by local incubators like the Durham Innovation Center, offers rapid career progression.
Durham hosts a mix of global giants—Cisco Systems, Amazon Web Services, and IBM—and high‑growth firms such as Cloudflare and Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina. The biotech sector thrives with firms like Biogen, Vertex Pharmaceuticals, and Genentech research facilities, while fintech start‑ups such as Revolut and Stripe expand their local teams.
Durham’s cost of living is about 10% lower than nearby Raleigh, making a competitive salary even more attractive. However, housing prices have risen 15% over the past year, so understanding the exact pay range before accepting an offer is essential. Salary transparency helps you negotiate a compensation package that reflects both market rates and local living costs.
Cook - Bear Mountain Health & Rehab
Company: Aramark
Location: Asheville, NC
Posted Jan 22, 2025
Aramark is seeking a passionate Cook to join their team. The role involves preparing a variety of food according to standardized recipes, using a range of cooking methods, and maintaining food safety. The Cook will be immersed in a creative environment, experimenting with different cuisines and flavors. Aramark values employee health and safety, providing production guidelines and safety procedures. The ideal candidate should have cooking experience, knowledge of food preparation principles, and food safety regulations. They must be able to acquire food safety certification, demonstrate basic math skills, and have strong interpersonal communication skills.
Sr Software Engineer - Fullstack (IoT, Java, React)
Company: Lowe's Home Improvement
Location: Charlotte, NC
Posted Jan 22, 2025
The role involves translating business requirements into program designs and delivering code modules. It requires experience in software development, including frontend technologies, middleware, database technologies, and DevOps. The position emphasizes independent coding, guiding teams, and automating processes. Lowe's, a Fortune 50 company, offers a competitive salary and benefits package. The company is an equal opportunity employer.
Ontology Lead
Company: Thermo Fisher Scientific
Location: Durham, NC
Posted Jan 22, 2025
The Graph Database/Ontology Lead is a strategic role requiring expertise in graph databases, cloud infrastructure, and leadership. Key responsibilities include strategic planning and innovation, database design and architecture, implementation and maintenance, team leadership, collaboration and customer management, and documentation and compliance. The ideal candidate should have a degree in computer science or a related field, at least 5 years of experience in a related role, and demonstrable experience in graph database technologies. Essential technical skills include proficiency in query languages like Cypher, Gremlin, SPARQL, and a solid grasp of graph theory and algorithms. Soft skills include excellent problem-solving abilities, strong leadership, effective communication, and the capacity to work in a fast-paced environment.
Engineer II, Field Service (SEM/TEM/FIB) - Raleigh NC
Company: Thermo Fisher Scientific
Location: Raleigh, NC
Posted Jan 22, 2025
Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Field Service Engineer II for the Materials and Structural Analysis Division. The role involves conducting on-site installations, troubleshooting, and repair of complex equipment and systems. The engineer will work with customers to provide training and support, and collaborate with colleagues to solve system solutions.
Maintenance A - HVAC (1st Shift)
Company: GE Vernova
Location: Wilmington, NC
Posted Jan 22, 2025
The Maintenance A - HVAC position involves complex maintenance work, including installation, alteration, repair, and rearrangement of machines and equipment. The role requires reading and interpreting complex drawings, diagnosing equipment malfunctions, and maintaining computerized HVAC control systems. Responsibilities also include troubleshooting airflow problems, servicing chemical or caustic equipment, and performing other maintenance services as needed. The starting pay is $33.70/hour, increasing to $38.23/hour after 6 months. The position requires at least 3 years of HVAC experience, proficiency in basic math and shop math, and the ability to operate forklifts and/or cranes.
Patient Care Technician
Company: DaVita
Location: Asheville, NC
Posted Jan 22, 2025
DaVita is recruiting a Patient Care Technician (PCT) for an outpatient dialysis center in Asheville, North Carolina. The role involves providing direct patient care, monitoring patients before, during, and after dialysis, and educating them about kidney dialysis. The company offers paid training, clear career advancement paths, and a comprehensive benefits package. No healthcare experience is required, and the schedule includes three or four 12+ hour shifts with at least two Saturdays per month.
Manager, Manufacturing Engineering
Company: Thermo Fisher Scientific
Location: High Point, NC
Posted Jan 22, 2025
Thermo Fisher Scientific invites applications for a Manager of Manufacturing Engineering position at their High Point, NC facility. The role involves leading the engineering team, providing technical support, and developing new technology strategies. Key responsibilities include analyzing manufacturing performance, project managing new technology integration, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and at least 6 years of engineering experience in a GMP environment. Preferred qualifications include experience in equipment design and layout using AutoCAD. The company offers competitive remuneration, healthcare benefits, and a forward-thinking company culture.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Location: Asheville, NC
Posted Jan 22, 2025
The Laurels of Hendersonville is offering a $7,000 sign-on bonus for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position. The role involves providing skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation care to guests, with a focus on patience, compassion, and empathy. The company offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401K with matching funds, DailyPay, paid time off, flexible scheduling, tuition reimbursement, and zero-cost uniforms. The LPN will plan, coordinate, and manage nursing care services, supervise CNAs, provide medication-related interventions, assess guest health, and contribute to the development of care plans. Candidates should have 1-3 years of experience in long-term care, current LPN licensure, CPR certification, and a passion for improving lives.
Dietary Aide
Company: Aramark
Location: Charlotte, NC
Posted Jan 22, 2025
The Food Service Worker role at Aramark involves assisting the manager in food preparation, maintaining cash receipts and meal records, and completing daily reports. Key responsibilities include preparing quality food and baked goods, ensuring food storage is sanitary, serving food according to schedules, and maintaining a clean work area. The role requires adherence to food safety regulations, uniform policy, and other duties as assigned. Aramark values employee development and equal employment opportunities.
Retail Backroom Coordinator
Company: The TJX Companies, Inc.
Location: Durham, NC
Posted Jan 22, 2025