Data Scientist, United States – BCG X

Job Description

Company: Boston Consulting Group (BCG X)
Job Type: Full-Time
Locations: Boston • Chicago • Pittsburgh • New York • Brooklyn • Miami • Dallas • San Francisco • Seattle • Los Angeles • Manhattan Beach • Washington, DC

Salary Range (Base):

• Data Scientist I: $110,000
• Data Scientist II: $145,000
• Data Scientist III: $160,000
• Senior Data Scientist: $190,000

About Boston Consulting Group (BCG)

Founded in 1963, Boston Consulting Group is a global leader in management consulting, partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges, drive innovation, and create sustainable growth. BCG combines strategic expertise with advanced technology, digital capabilities, and design to deliver transformative business solutions.

About BCG X

BCG X is the tech build and design unit of BCG, consisting of over 3,000 experts across data science, engineering, design, and product development. The team works across industries to develop innovative AI-driven solutions that address some of the world’s most pressing challenges — from climate change to digital transformation.

Role Overview

As a Data Scientist, you will work across the full analytics lifecycle — from defining business problems to designing algorithms and deploying scalable AI solutions. You will collaborate with clients across industries to deliver impactful, data-driven insights while contributing to thought leadership and innovation initiatives.

This role offers accelerated professional growth, exposure to global clients, and opportunities to work on cutting-edge AI and machine learning applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply advanced data science and machine learning techniques to real-world business challenges.
• Design, develop, and deploy scalable analytics and AI solutions.
• Translate complex analytical outputs into clear business insights and visualizations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and client stakeholders.
• Lead or contribute to client engagements across industries and regions.
• Publish thought leadership, research papers, and conference presentations.
• Support organizations in becoming AI-driven enterprises.

Required Qualifications

• Strong experience in data science, statistics, or operations research.
• Proficiency in Python and modern development tools.
• Deep understanding of machine learning algorithms and mathematical foundations.
• Experience applying analytics to business use cases.
• Strong communication and visualization skills.
• Project management and teamwork capabilities.
• Comfort working in client-facing environments.

Preferred Attributes

• Software development or DevOps experience (bonus).
• Ability to simplify complex technical concepts for business audiences.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for building solutions.
• Leadership ambition with interest in managing teams.

Work Environment

• Hybrid work model with office presence required.
• Travel to client sites may be necessary.
• Occasional extended working hours depending on project demands.

Benefits & Perks

BCG offers one of the most comprehensive benefits packages in the industry:

• $0 health insurance premiums for employees and families
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Profit-sharing retirement contributions + 401(k)
• Gym and wellness reimbursements
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Paid parental leave and family benefits
• Adoption, surrogacy, and fertility support
• Annual office closure between Christmas and New Year