Platinion Software Engineer (DigitalBCG)
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Who We Are
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BCG Platinion
As a seamlessly integrated part of the BCG network, we provide consulting services focused on the development and implementation of business-critical IT architecture and digital solutions. We create technology platforms and deliver exceptionally customized solutions of the future for our clients, from data strategies to next-generation customer journey solutions and transformational business models. We solve the most daunting challenges that companies face today and envision for tomorrow. Our style is entrepreneurial – nimble and innovative, with multifaceted, cross-functional teams and completely vendor-independent. Our unique selling proposition is technology expertise and delivery excellence.
Platinion was founded in 2000. Since then, we have grown continuously and successfully. Today we have offices in Europe, North and South America, Asia Pacific and Africa.
Practice Area Profile
What You'll Do
We need you - a talented Software Engineer across several disciplines – to join us in building transformative digital solutions for our clients using the latest emerging technology. You’ll lead the design, development, and implementation of Minimum Viable Products (MVPs) , data pipelines, and full-stack customer journeys.
As a Software Engineer, you will work closely with case team members to assess our clients' digital teams, contribute to technical strategies, architecture & engineering solutions and apply your technical know-how and understanding of business contexts. You will conduct research into emerging technologies, build proof of concepts as well as build digital apps, APIs and data solutions to drive digital transformation projects. As you acquire experience, you will be responsible for owning the delivery of specific software modules and help architect technical solutions.
As part of our BCG Platinion consulting team, you will work on a variety of technology topics, collaborating closely with other Platinion disciplines, particularly with our Design and Architecture teams, applying your engineering consulting skills to strategic technology challenges. You’ll be supported by an extensive training curriculum (the same programme as all BCG consultants), plus technology-specific training and mentoring to build your skills.
What You'll Bring (Experience & Qualifications)
YOU’RE GOOD AT
- Iterating: You are excited to prototype at all levels of fidelity—and have the humility to walk away from ideas when they fail.
- Collaborating: You have the ability and enthusiasm to work with researchers, engineers, business consultants, and other designers who will all challenge and support each other.
- Working with ambiguity: You know projects and businesses move fast. That means the path forward isn’t always well-defined. You are comfortable and collaborative through our process.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS)• [2+] years’ experience in software development, ideally in digital delivery or technology consulting.
• Good experience with software engineering standards & unit testing
• [2+] years’ experience in software development, ideally in digital delivery or technology consulting.
• Good experience with software engineering standards & unit testing
• Development skills in front-end or back-end programming languages (e.g. Java, PHP, Python, Golang, JavaScript, CSS, HTML)
• Development skills in front-end or back-end programming languages (e.g. Java, PHP, Python, Golang, JavaScript, CSS, HTML)
• Experience working in Agile development environments working in collaboration with design and / or architecture teams
• Ability to deliver on user stories, fix bugs and reuse code and platforms
• Solid understanding of how web and mobile applications work including security and best practices
• Some knowledge of database systems and programming patterns & standards - especially related to web development
• Demonstrated personal ownership of tasks and tenacious approach to finding and fixing the root cause of issues
Ability to bring unique tech perspectives from outside the consulting industry into BCG's typical engagements, requiring:
v Consulting experience (desirable)v Strategic mindset (hypothesis driven, 80:20 mindset, iterative approach, activist stance)v Self-management
Leadership potential to transform the consulting industry in particular around interaction with designers, architects and product owners
v Progressing thought leadership in deep techv New (but proven) methodologies or ways of working
Experience working with both technical and non-technical colleagues in a cross-functional, interdisciplinary environment, including strong written and verbal communication skills
University degree with above-average academic performance in a mathematical-scientific field, information technology, or business administration
Passion and interest in researching new technologies and developing prototypes, POCs, and MVPs
• Experience working in Agile development environments working in collaboration with design and / or architecture teams
• Ability to deliver on user stories, fix bugs and reuse code and platforms
• Solid understanding of how web and mobile applications work including security and best practices
• Some knowledge of database systems and programming patterns & standards - especially related to web development
• Demonstrated personal ownership of tasks and tenacious approach to finding and fixing the root cause of issues
Ability to bring unique tech perspectives from outside the consulting industry into BCG's typical engagements, requiring:
v Consulting experience (desirable)v Strategic mindset (hypothesis driven, 80:20 mindset, iterative approach, activist stance)v Self-management
Leadership potential to transform the consulting industry in particular around interaction with designers, architects and product owners
v Progressing thought leadership in deep techv New (but proven) methodologies or ways of working
Experience working with both technical and non-technical colleagues in a cross-functional, interdisciplinary environment, including strong written and verbal communication skills
University degree with above-average academic performance in a mathematical-scientific field, information technology, or business administration
Passion and interest in researching new technologies and developing prototypes, POCs, and MVPs
WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH
• BCG Managing Directors and Partners (MDP’s)
• PLA Managing Directors (MD’s)
• BCG Consultants at all levels
• PLA Consultants at all levels
• Clients, vendors, partners
YOU’LL BE BASED IN
Bogota, Colombia
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