AI-Powered Private Equity Engagement Lead

brainco; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful equity

Job summary

Brain Co. is seeking a talented diligence professional to join our team in San Francisco. You will lead AI diligence efforts for private equity and corporate sponsors, translating complex AI capabilities into actionable insights.

Ideal candidates have 2-3+ years in top-tier consulting, PE, or AI tech, with strong communication and the ability to operate in fast-paced, ambiguity-rich environments. This hybrid role requires presence in SF three days a week.

Qualifications

• 2-3+ years of professional experience in consulting, PE, or AI tech industries.
• Background in top-tier consulting (McKinsey, Bain, BCG), private equity, and/or AI tech preferred.
• Startup or high-growth operating experience preferred; comfort with ambiguity and moving fast.
• Experience contributing to complex diligence processes, strategic analysis, or technical evaluation processes.

Responsibilities

• Execute AI Diligence: assess target companies’ AI strategies, data infrastructure, and maturity; synthesize insights.
• Sponsor & Client Management: support engagement lead with sponsor relationships and client-facing deliverables.
• Bridge Strategy & Technology: translate AI/ML capabilities into actionable recommendations for committees and executives.
• Contribute to Value Creation Plans: scope and define AI solutions within sponsor-backed assets to support commercial outcomes.
• Drive Execution: manage day-to-day workstreams from research to deliverables with rigor.

Skills

AI/ML literacy

Executive communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Commercial instinct

Ambiguity handling

Relocation willingness

Job description

Brain Co. is seeking a talented diligence professional to join our team in San Francisco. You will lead AI diligence efforts for private equity and corporate sponsors, translating complex AI capabilities into actionable insights.

Ideal candidates have 2-3+ years in top-tier consulting, PE, or AI tech, with strong communication and the ability to operate in fast-paced, ambiguity-rich environments. This hybrid role requires presence in SF three days a week.