Raleigh-Durham’s job market is heating up with a surge of new postings in the past week. A dynamic mix of tech, healthcare, education, and manufacturing roles are driving fresh opportunities across the Triangle region.

In Raleigh, Lenovo is actively recruiting for multiple positions, including software engineers, data analysts, and product managers. The tech giant is expanding its campus operations and has listed over 50 openings this week. Similarly, Red Hat is hiring cloud infrastructure specialists and software developers, reinforcing Raleigh’s reputation as a leading tech hub.

Durham’s job scene is equally vibrant. Biotech and pharmaceutical roles are surging, with Labcorp posting new roles for clinical research associates, data scientists, and lab technicians. Biogen and IQVIA have also listed several specialized openings targeted at life sciences professionals, reflecting the region's strong biotech presence.

Healthcare remains robust across the metro. Duke Health has rolled out postings for registered nurses, medical assistants, and administrative coordinators across its hospital system. WakeMed is also looking to fill nursing, respiratory therapy, and patient services roles, many with sign-on bonuses or relocation assistance.

Higher education institutions are contributing to the demand. Duke University has posted new roles this week ranging from research analysts to campus operations staff. NC State University in Raleigh is recruiting faculty, IT support staff, and facilities technicians.

The retail and logistics sectors are showing movement as well. Amazon is hiring fulfillment associates and delivery station team members in Durham, offering flexible scheduling and competitive hourly pay. Wegmans in Raleigh is seeking to fill roles from prep cooks to overnight stocking.

Local government agencies are active too. The City of Raleigh and Wake County have recently posted roles in planning, sanitation, and public safety. A notable opening is for an Emergency Communications Officer, offering full training for qualified candidates. Durham County is looking to add social workers, public health nurses, and IT analysts.

On the manufacturing front, biotech manufacturer Grifols is seeking production technicians and QA associates for its Clayton and Durham facilities. Cree Wolfspeed is hiring for engineering and technical positions as it scales up semiconductor production at its Research Triangle Park location.

Finance and insurance roles have seen new postings as well. Fidelity Investments is hiring customer relationship representatives at its Durham campus. Credit Suisse has listed analyst and compliance officer positions, while Blue Cross NC is seeking data scientists and underwriting specialists.

For early-career professionals, several internships and entry-level opportunities have been posted. Companies like Cisco and BASF are advertising summer internships and associate-level roles with training programs in place. Startups in the Research Triangle Park are adding entry-level marketing, software, and HR roles.

Remote-friendly jobs have also increased. Companies such as MetLife and Pendo are offering hybrid work options for sales representatives, support engineers, and project managers, appealing to professionals seeking flexibility.

Overall, the Raleigh-Durham area offers opportunities across a spectrum of industries with a particularly strong push from tech, biotech, healthcare, and education. The competitive labor market continues to attract top employers and diverse talent, ensuring that job seekers have plenty to choose from this spring.