WHAT MAKES US A GREAT PLACE TO WORK
We are proud to be consistently recognized as one of the world’s best places to work, a champion of diversity and a model of social responsibility. We are currently #1 ranked consulting firm on Glassdoor Best Place to Work and have maintained a spot in the top four on Glassdoor’s list for the last 13 years. We believe that diversity, inclusion and collaboration is key to building extraordinary teams. We hire people with exceptional talents, abilities and potential, then create an environment where you can become the best version of yourself and thrive both professionally and personally. We are publicly recognized by external parties such as Fortune, Vault, Mogul, Working Mother, Glassdoor and the Human Rights Campaign for being a great place to work for diversity and inclusion, women, LGBTQ and parents.
WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH
As the premier consulting partner for the private equity industry, Bain's PEG boasts a global practice that is over three times larger than any competitor. Our network of over 1,000 professionals supports private equity and institutional investor clients through every stage of the investment life cycle, from deal generation and due diligence to portfolio value creation and exit planning.
Bain & Company is developing a suite of cutting-edge data and software solutions designed to revolutionize how the private equity industry uses data for investment insights and decision-making.
The PEG Innovation team's mission is to create analytical solutions for Bain clients, teams, and the broader institutional investor space using proprietary software and data products. This includes the development, commercialization, and daily management of Bain's proprietary datasets, data, and software businesses.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
We are seeking a high-energy, high performing Senior Software Engineer to work with Bain’s PEG Innovation team. Working under the team’s leadership, this role will lead in the continual ideation, validation, design, development, and support of the PEG products. This role is responsible for understanding business requirements, writing technical requirements and documentation, leading technical designs, executing coding tasks, and ensuring high-quality output and deliverables. They also actively participate in support and operations by identifying system defects, leading troubleshooting efforts, directing code deployments, and mentoring junior engineers.
Essential Functions
Hands-On Development (35%)
Actively contribute to development in key areas, providing technical guidance to ensure quality and efficiency.
Take the lead in the development of complex components.
Technical Leadership and Architecture (20%)
Lead architectural planning and ensure that systems are designed for scalability, security, and maintainability.
Establish best practices and standards to support scaling solutions and technologies
Mentorship and Technical Guidance (15%)
Mentor junior engineers and leads, helping them develop their skills and address complex technical problems.
Project and Risk Management (15%)
Oversee project delivery, manage technical risks, and ensure teams are meeting deadlines.
Deliver results to senior members of the team through live demos and presentations.
Collaboration with Cross-functional Teams (10%)
Work closely with product teams and other stakeholders to ensure alignment on technical direction.
Collaborate with Bain practices, case teams and business partners to ideate, prototype, deploy, and test new tools and services for practice areas
Innovation and Continuous Learning (5%)
Stay on the cutting edge of technology and introduce innovative solutions to improve the team’s processes and outcomes.
Drive innovation through out-of-the-box thinking to solve critical business challenges and demands.
ABOUT YOU
We are looking for someone who has:
• Proven ability to deliver scalable, maintainable code for high-impact systems.
• Industry experience is a plus: Experience within traditional or alternative financial investment organizations
Education
Required:
• Bachelor's degree (Computer Science or related field) and/or related experience (5+ years)
Preferred:
• Master's degree (Computer Science or related field)
Essential skills
Required:
• Advanced expertise with Node.js and Python3.
• Strong expertise with database technologies (NoSQL and SQL)
• In-depth knowledge of system design and performance optimization.
• Proven ability to deliver scalable, maintainable code for high-impact systems.
• Ability to work independently and juggle priorities to thrive in a fast-paced, client-focused, environment
Preferred:
• Experienced with Docker and Linux environments
• Knowledge of advanced debugging and profiling tools.
Soft Skills:
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking ability.
• Excellent communication skills for working with cross-functional teams.
U.S. Compensation Information
Compensation for this role includes base salary, annual discretionary performance bonus, 401(k) plan with an annual employer contribution based on years of service and Bain’s best in class benefits package (details listed below).
Some local governments in the United States require a good-faith, reasonable salary range be included in job postings for open roles. The estimated annualized compensation for this role is as follows:
In Chicago, the good-faith, reasonable annualized full-time base salary range for this role is between $119,000-143,000; placement within this range will vary based on several factors including, but not limited to experience, education, licensure/certifications, training and skill level
For all other locations, the good-faith, reasonable annualized full-time salary range for this role is commensurate with competitive geographic market rates for this role and will vary based on several factors including, but not limited to experience, education, licensure/certifications, training and skill level
Annual discretionary performance bonus
This role may also be eligible for other elements of discretionary compensation
4.5% 401(k) company contribution, which increases after 3 years of service and is 100% vested upon start date
Bain & Company's comprehensive benefits and wellness program is designed to help employees achieve personal independence, protection and stability in the areas most important to you and your family.
Bain pays 100% individual employee premiums for medical, dental and vision programs, offering one of the most comprehensive medical plans for employees without impacting your paycheck
Generous paid time off, including parental leave, sick leave and paid holidays
Fully vested 401(k) company contribution
Paid Life and Long-Term Disability insurance
Annual fitness reimbursements