(Senior) AI Tech Architect (Blockchain) - Amsterdam | BCG Platinion
Boston Consulting Group · Amsterdam, Netherlands · 2mo ago
Who We Are
At BCG Platinion, we close the gap between strategy and technology. We design and build AI tech strategies, AI solutions, and next-generation platform architectures that turn ambition into execution, turning buzzwords into a true business engine and real competitive advantage.
Working at the intersection of boardroom strategy and hands-on tech delivery, we help leading organizations tackle their toughest challenges, with access to C-suite leaders and the unmatched resources of BCG.
About BCG Platinion
BCG Platinion’s presence spans across the globe, with offices in Asia, Europe, and South and North America. We achieve digital excellence for clients with sustained solutions to the most complex and time-sensitive challenge. We guide clients into the future to push the status quo, overcome tech limitations, and enable our clients to go further in their digital journeys than what has ever been possible in the past. At BCG Platinion, we deliver business value through the innovative use of technology at a rapid pace. We roll up our sleeves to transform business, revolutionize approaches, satisfy customers, and change the game through Architecture, Cybersecurity, Digital Transformation, Enterprise Application and Risk functions. We balance vision with a pragmatic path to change transforming strategies into leading-edge tech platforms, at scale.
What You'll Do
As a Blockchain Architect, you will work closely with case team members to assess and coach our clients' technology teams, define Blockchain implementation strategies, architecture solutions and apply your technical know-how and understanding of business contexts. As you acquire experience, you will be responsible for owning the delivery for a specific project 'module' and help develop technical concepts for that 'module'.As part of our BCG Platinion consulting team, you would focus on Blockchain yet work on a variety of technology topics, applying your architectural consulting skills to strategic technology questions.
Responsibilities include:
Designing and selecting Blockchain architectures that align with business goals, meet stakeholder needs, and perform effectively within defined constraints.
Defining integration architectures that connect applications, participant organizations, and member nodes within a Blockchain network.
Communicating complex architectural concepts through clear, compelling storytelling to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Reviewing vendor proposals and ongoing technical work to ensure quality, alignment, and feasibility.
Overseeing technology project management activities and maintaining rigorous quality assurance standards.
Optimizing application development processes within your projects to improve efficiency and scalability.
Building and nurturing a strong community around Blockchain initiatives.
Advising internal teams on core Blockchain concepts, technologies, and frameworks.
Collaborating with fellow architects on Blockchain and related technical domains to drive cross-functional excellence.
Supporting Blockchain consulting teams in developing best practices, frameworks, and implementation guidelines.
Expanding and leveraging your network within the BCG technical community to deliver greater value for clients.
What You'll Bring
We're looking for exceptional talents around emerging technologies to join us. You would typically:
Have at least 3 years of experience in Blockchain, Crypto, DeFi, or the Metaverse.
Possess a strong understanding of Blockchain fundamentals, including smart contracts and consensus algorithms.
Be familiar with different Blockchain types, including public, private or permissioned, and public permissioned networks.
Have hands-on experience with Blockchain frameworks such as Hyperledger Fabric, R3 Corda, and Ethereum (Solidity).
Understand consensus mechanisms used across major Blockchains, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Byzantine Fault Tolerant algorithms such as PBFT in Hyperledger Fabric.
Be skilled in cryptographic principles and the use of certificates for identity management and transaction authentication.
Have experience in database architecture and design to build scalable storage solutions for distributed ledgers and related data.
Demonstrate security architecture expertise to ensure the protection of Blockchain systems and applications.
Be proficient in one or more programming languages, such as Go, Java, or Node.js.
Hold an outstanding academic record, ideally from a leading university.
Exhibit excellent communication skills (verbal and written), along with strong presence, leadership, and teamwork abilities.
Bring fresh technology perspectives from outside the consulting industry to enhance BCG’s projects and client engagements.
Additional info
We make sure you never stop growing. You'll tackle exciting, high-impact challenges every day, supported by a passionate team of talented colleagues who share your drive for excellence and keep connect long after your case wraps up. Our collaborative, open culture gives you the freedom to explore and perfect your strengths, backed by individual learning opportunities and recognized certifications.
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