The Senior Forward Deployed AI Engineer role at BCG X involves working with a diverse team of tech experts to develop innovative AI solutions. This position is ideal for individuals who have earned or are in the process of earning a PhD and are looking to start full-time before November 2026. The role emphasizes collaboration with clients across various industries to tackle significant challenges, including climate change. Candidates will engage in the full analytics value-chain, from framing business challenges to deploying scalable solutions.

• Candidates must have previously earned a PhD or be in the process of earning one.
• Experience in software development practices and standards is required.
• Candidates should be able to guide non-technical teams in best practices for software development.
• Proficiency in Python programming is necessary.
• Candidates should be motivated by a fast-paced, service-oriented environment.

• Own the full analytics value-chain from framing business challenges to deploying solutions.
• Develop and deliver thought leadership in scientific communities and papers.
• Lead conferences on behalf of BCG X.
• Collaborate with clients to design and build innovative AI solutions.
• Optimize and enhance computational efficiency of algorithms and software design.

• 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.