The Senior Forward Deployed AI Engineer role at BCG X involves building next-generation AI solutions and partnering with clients across various industries. Candidates should have a passion for software development and large-scale data analytics, with responsibilities including guiding teams in software development best practices and optimizing algorithms.

• PhD or in the process of earning a PhD, looking to start full-time before November 2026
• Experience in software development practices and standards
• Involvement in every part of the software development life cycle
• Ability to guide non-technical teams in software development best practices
• Skills in optimizing computational efficiency of algorithms and software design
• Motivated by a fast-paced, service-oriented environment
• Enjoy collaborating in teams to share software design and solution ideas
• Natural problem-solver and intellectually curious

• Own the full analytics value-chain end to end
• Frame new business challenges and design innovative algorithms
• Implement and deploy scalable solutions
• Enable colleagues and clients to fully embrace AI
• Develop and deliver thought leadership in scientific communities
• Lead conferences on behalf of BCG X

• Employees at BCG are often offered comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with no monthly premiums and $10 copays, plus mental-health resources (EAP, telehealth, meditation app), medical second opinions, FSAs, annual fitness reimbursement, and life and disability insurance. Compensation typically includes competitive pay, annual bonuses, generous retirement contributions with a 401(k), and robust time off, including vacation, holidays, sick leave, bereavement, and enhanced parental leave up to 22 weeks for birth parents and 14 weeks of bonding for all new parents. Additional perks include adoption and fertility assistance, transportation benefits, backup child and elder care, and flexible hybrid or remote work options.