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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # AI Engineer, PE - **Company:** Bain Capital - **Location:** Boston, MA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $120,000.0 - $150,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Data Cleansing, Cursor (Graphical User Interface Elements), Python (Programming Language), Software Engineering, Large Language Models, Prompt Engineering, Build Management, Information Technology, Virtual Agents, Api Design, Data Pipelines - **Published:** July 30, 2026 - **Apply:** https://baincapital.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/External_Private/job/Boston/AI-Engineer--PE_REQ_108322-16 ## About the Role * Technical aptitude - comfortable writing Python, working with APIs, and experimenting with AI models and data tools. * Curiosity and experimentation mindset - someone who loves exploring new technologies and quickly figuring out what's useful vs. hype. * Structured problem-solving and ownership - you'll often start from a loose idea and need to define, build, and deliver something tangible. * Strong communication and collaboration skills - able to work cross-functionally with investment professionals, IT, research, data scientists/ engineers, and vendors. * Grit and bias to action - someone who gets things done without overcomplicating. * Team player - someone that thrives collaborating and contributing to a larger AI community of practice and helps create an environment of excellence for AI practitioners., * Bachelor's degree in computer science, data science, engineering or a quantitative, analytical field; MBA or advanced degree from a top program a plus. * 3-5 years of professional experience, with a strong track record of delivering analytically complex, high-quality work; MBB or comparable top-tier firm is a plus. * Experience with Python, data APIs, or lightweight web/app development a plus. * Familiarity with LLMs, prompt engineering, vector databases, Agentic AI and workflow automation tools. * Experience with Claude Code, OpenAI Codex, or Google Gemini CLI * Experience with Cursor, Windsurf, or other AI-centric IDEs * Prior exposure to finance, investing, or data-heavy analysis environments helpful but not necessary. ## Description * Build and deploy AI solutions to streamline all aspects of the investment process - from sourcing and market mapping to due diligence and portfolio analytics. * Prototype and evaluate AI tools (LLMs, agents, data enrichment, automation frameworks, etc.) that can improve decision-making and team efficiency. * Collaborate with investment professionals to identify high-value use cases, translate business needs into technical projects, and deliver functional tools. * Collaborate with AI practitioners and teams across Bain Capital businesses to share learnings, codify best practices, build common AI tools to accelerate path to impact * Manage pilots with leading AI vendors, evaluate their fit, and lead implementations when appropriate. * Maintain and extend internal data pipelines, API connections, and tool integrations supporting the investment platform. * Act as an internal "AI champion" - helping train the team on new capabilities and ensuring adoption of the most useful tools and workflows. ## Related Videos - [Guiding Agentic AI with Vue](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2033-guiding-agentic-ai-with-vue) - [RPA in the Public Sector](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/86-rpa-in-the-public-sector) - [API Design - Getting Started](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/33-api-design-getting-started) - [AI Won't Fix Your Engineering Culture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100266-ai-won-t-fix-your-engineering-culture) - [AI in Leadership: How Technology is Reshaping Executive Roles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1705-ai-in-leadership-how-technology-is-reshaping-executive-roles) - [Anomaly Detection - Using unsupervised Machine Learning for detecting anomalies in customer base](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/6-anomaly-detection-using-unsupervised-machine-learning-for-detecting-anomalies-in-customer-base) ## Related Articles - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production) - [Stephan Gillich - Bringing AI Everywhere](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/489-stephan-gillich-bringing-ai-everywhere) - [MLOps And AI Driven Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/82-mlops-and-ai-driven-development) - [Graph and AI Trends 2026: Why Is AI Running but Not Yet Delivering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/680-graph-and-ai-trends-2026-why-is-ai-running-but-not-yet-delivering)