Job Description
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. We are currently the ranked consulting firm on Glassdoor's Best Places to Work list and have maintained a spot in the top four on Glassdoor's list since its founding in 2009. Extraordinary teams are at the heart of our business strategy, but these don't happen by chance. They require intentional focus on bringing together a broad set of backgrounds, cultures, experiences, perspectives, and skills in a supportive and inclusive work environment. We hire people with exceptional talent and create an environment in which every individual can thrive professionally and personally.
WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH
The Technology Solutions Group (TSG) considers the full spectrum of people, tech, and process to help others at Bain achieve their goals. We aim to understand our partners in the business so well that our proposed architectures, apps, and automations really do improve their work lives. If you're the sort of person who embraces change, who has an entrepreneurial spirit, and who friends and family still call for tech advice, this might be a great team for you.
WHERE YOU'LL FIT WITHIN THE TEAM
A staff engineer is a senior role who can independently translate business needs into technical solutions while managing stakeholder relationships and driving technical excellence. The role requires balancing technical delivery with strategic thinking, ensuring that solutions align with product vision and business objectives.
The individual serves as a technical leader and mentor, guiding teams through complex technical challenges while maintaining a focus on business outcomes. This position works as a member of an Agile/scrum software development team focused exclusively on building and supporting Bain's most strategic internal software systems and automations.
Team members work collaboratively to design, build and implement new features and functionality in their systems aimed at delivering the most value to Bain's global users and supporting key business initiatives. Systems developed are primarily enterprise-scale browser based or mobile applications with a global user base and integration points with one or more other internal Bain systems.
As Bain's internal Automation Engineering Group, we focus on architecting and building the right solution for each business challenge - whether through intelligent automation platforms, full-stack development, or innovative hybrid approaches. We pride ourselves on our ability to evaluate and select from a diverse technology toolkit, always choosing the approach that delivers maximum value for our internal customers
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Technical Delivery & Leadership (50%)
Lead technical delivery of complex modules and enterprise-scale applications
Drive architectural decisions, balancing immediate needs with long-term scalability
Guide team in leveraging AI-assisted development, automated testing, and CI/CD practices
Participate fully in Agile ceremonies and sprint commitments
Ensure code quality through reviews, testing strategies, and technical standards
Provide production support, including diagnosis, resolution, and system optimization
Business Partnership & Stakeholder Management (30%)
Translate business problems into technical solutions that deliver measurable value
Communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders
Partner with Product Owners and Engineering Managers on roadmap and backlog prioritization
Facilitate alignment between technical teams and business units
Demonstrate strong listening and assertion skills during crucial conversations
Team Development & Knowledge Sharing (10%)
Mentor 1-3 engineers through technical guidance and code reviews
Share best practices and new technologies across the software development team
Provide feedback to improve team performance and processes
Research & Innovation (10%)
Evaluate emerging technologies, particularly AI/ML tools and their practical applications
Lead proof-of-concepts for new tools and technologies
Present findings and recommendations to the broader team
ABOUT YOU
Essential Requirements
Associate's/Bachelors degree or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
8-10+ years of software development with progression into technical leadership
Proven ability to bridge technical and business domains
Experience developing enterprise-scale cloud applications
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
Track record of mentoring developers and driving technical excellence
Experience with agile methodologies and modern development practices
Leadership without authority and cross-functional influence
Technical Requirements
Strong experience with Python, TypeScript/JavaScript, and SQL
Modern web frameworks (React, Svelte, or similar)
Backend development with Node.js, FastAPI, or equivalent
Cloud platforms (Azure preferred, AWS/GCP acceptable)
Software architecture patterns (microservices, APIs, event-driven design)
Database design and optimization (SQL and NoSQL)
CI/CD, DevOps practices, and Infrastructure as Code
Security fundamentals and best practices
AI/ML integration and prompt engineering basics
Preferred Skills
Data engineering and analytics tools
Multiple technology stacks and polyglot programming
AI coding assistants and LLM integration
Familiarity with low-code platforms (Power Apps, Power Automate) for rapid prototyping and legacy automation support
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 to be included in job postings for open roles. The estimated annualized compensation for this role is as follows:
In Dallas, TX, the good-faith, reasonable annualized full-time salary range for this role is between $113 500; placement within this range 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