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Boston Consulting Group

Global strategy and transformation consulting firm

AI Tech Consultant

Technology & Systems ConsultingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeJohannesburg, South AfricaNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • 2 to 4 years of experience in IT strategy, technology consulting, software engineering, or IT project management within complex and transformation-driven environments.
  • Strong technical expertise in Data and Cloud technologies, combined with experience in at least two of these domains: IT modernization, solution architecture and enterprise architecture; banking and insurance platforms; HR, collaboration and workplace technologies; CRM, marketing, sales and service platforms; physical and digital channels, including mobile technologies; ERP (SAP) and manufacturing platforms; applied intelligence, AI/ML, RPA, chatbots, blockchain and IoT; DevOps, Agile delivery and modern IT operating models.
  • A strategic and entrepreneurial mindset, with the ability to think creatively and analytically to solve business and technology challenges.
  • Strong analytical and conceptual problem-solving skills, combined with a customer-centric and results-oriented approach.
  • Exposure to both legacy technology environments and modern technology ecosystems, including cloud-native and Agile delivery methodologies.
  • Initial experience supporting Agile consulting engagements and contributing to digital and Agile transformation programs.
  • Understanding of IT operating models, organizational processes, and technology delivery frameworks.
  • Ability to support and facilitate workshops, collaborate with peers, and engage confidently in client meetings.
  • Strong business acumen with the ability to connect technical topics to business objectives and operational impact.
  • Comfort working in fast-paced environments, with flexibility and willingness to travel internationally based on project requirements.
  • An engineering degree or a master's degree in a STEM-related field, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or Business Management, with a strong academic background.

Responsibilities

  • Work in an international environment with client leadership teams to understand key challenges, define IT strategies, gain buy-in for recommendations, and collaborate with BCG case team members on high-impact assignments.
  • Deploy customized IT strategies, digital platforms and architecture using tools and approaches such as cloud computing, AI, blockchain, microservices and containerization.
  • Take responsibility for specific parts of projects, evaluate and coach clients' technology teams, manage quality and risk, and maintain client expectations and escalations.
  • Enable clients to use agile methods and modern approaches in strategic IT implementation.
  • Apply technical consulting skills to strategic technology questions across a range of technology topics.
  • Contribute to project proposals, client care, peer relationships and identification of new business opportunities.
  • Contribute to Practice Area development and help build the BCG brand as a member of the case team.

Desired Qualifications

  • Previous IT consulting experience, ideally with exposure to client-facing engagements and technology transformation initiatives.

About the Company

Boston Consulting Group

Global strategy and transformation consulting firm

BCG provides global management consulting, advising leaders in strategy and transformation across industries, with expertise in M&A, operations, pricing, sustainability, and AI. BCG X builds AI solutions, digital products, and new ventures by combining engineers, data scientists, designers, and venture builders for clients. Specialist units Inverto, Platinion, and Quantis support procurement, IT architecture, and sustainability, while the BCG Henderson Institute supplies research. The goal is to help clients achieve lasting performance improvements and durable value through strategic advisory plus hands-on technology execution.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Boston, MA
Founded
1963

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