Forward Deployed AI Scientist, Germany & Austria - BCG X

BCG X; Wien; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

BCG X in Vienna is seeking a Data Scientist/Senior Data Scientist to lead analytics initiatives in partnership with clients on critical business topics. The role involves applying data science methods across various industries, focusing on significant business impact while embodying a direct client-facing approach.

The ideal candidate has strong skills in advanced analytics, machine learning, project management, and excels in communicating complex findings in both German and English.

Opportunities for professional development and training are a key part of our commitment to your growth.

Qualifikationen

• Comfortable in a client-facing role with the ambition to lead teams.
• Excellent at distilling complex results or processes into simple, clear visualizations.
• Ability to explain sophisticated data-science concepts in an understandable manner.
• Significant experience applying advanced analytics to a variety of business situations.
• Deep understanding of modern machine learning techniques and their business implications.
• Strong project management skills and ability to work collaboratively in diverse teams.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in both German and English (C1/C2).
• Master’s degree or PhD in a relevant field of study.

Aufgaben

• Apply data science methods and analytics to real-world business situations.
• Drive significant business impact and partner with clients on key topics.
• Develop and deliver thought leadership in scientific communities.
• Write papers and lead conferences on behalf of BCG X.

Kenntnisse

Client-facing role expertise

Data visualization proficiency

Explaining data-science concepts

Software development or DevOps experience

Advanced analytics application

Machine learning techniques understanding

Project management skills

Bilingual communication (German and English)

Ausbildung

Master’s degree or PhD in relevant field

Tools

Python

Jobbeschreibung

Locations

München | Berlin | Frankfurt | Hamburg | Köln | Düsseldorf | Stuttgart | Vienna

What You’ll Do

Our BCG X teams own the full analytics value‑chain end to end: framing new business challenges, designing innovative algorithms, implementing and deploying scalable solutions, and enabling colleagues and clients to fully embrace AI. Our product offerings span from fully custom builds to industry‑specific leading‑edge AI software solutions.

As a Data Scientist / Senior Data Scientist, you will apply data science methods and analytics to real‑world business situations across industries, drive significant business impact, and partner with clients on key topics such as climate change. You will develop and deliver thought leadership in scientific communities, write papers, and lead conferences on behalf of BCG X.

What You’ll Bring

• Comfortable in a client‑facing role with the ambition to lead teams
• Excellent at distilling complex results or processes into simple, clear visualizations
• Ability to explain sophisticated data‑science concepts in an understandable manner
• Passion for building things and comfortable working with modern development tools; software development or DevOps experience is a bonus
• Significant experience applying advanced analytics to a variety of business situations and a proven ability to synthesize complex data
• Deep understanding of modern machine learning techniques and their mathematical underpinnings, with the ability to translate this into business implications for clients
• Strong project management skills and ability to work collaboratively in diverse teams
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in both German and English (C1/C2)
• Master’s degree or PhD in a relevant field of study – please provide all academic certificates (A‑level, Bachelor, Master)

Technologies

Programming languages: Python

Professional Development

We are committed to your growth. You will have ample opportunities to participate in training programs, workshops, and development initiatives, as well as coaching and mentoring to further enhance your skills and expertise.

Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.

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