AI Strategist, New Grad

AI Strategy & Research • New York City • In-officeApplyRefer someoneApplyRefer someoneProfound is on a mission to help companies understand and control their AI presence. We are hiring AI Strategists to do applied, analytical work at the front lines of how brands surface in AI systems.This role is hands-on and executional. You will work directly with large-scale AI prompt data to analyze brand visibility across platforms like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Claude, and translate those findings into concrete, data-backed recommendations.You will have direct exposure to Profound's largest accounts and work closely with senior internal stakeholders. The work is technical, grounded in real data, and closely tied to how companies operate in an AI-first world.What you'll doPartner with Fortune 500 brands as a strategic guide through the AI discovery landscapePerform applied analysis on LLM behavior, prompt patterns, and visibility mechanicsWrite SQL to extract and structure prompt-level datasetsUse LLM-based workflows to classify, cluster, and synthesize unstructured dataProduce concise analytical outputs used in senior-level discussionsBridge technical complexity and strategic clarity in client-facing workWho you are0 to 1 years of experience as a business operations analyst, data analyst, or technical consultantExperience building analytics dashboards, including Retool, Tableau, Looker, or similarComfort working directly with raw data and writing SQLExperience building tools or projects with AI, such as CursorStrong written and verbal communication skillsComfort operating at the intersection of product, engineering, and customer successNaturally curious, with a tendency to ask follow-up questions and explore edge casesHigh ownership and proactive by default, taking analyses end to end and surfacing next steps without being askedLocationThis is an on-site role based in our Union Square, NYC office, designed for builders who thrive on speed, iteration, and meaningful impact.For this role, the expected base salary range is $100,000 to $120,000. Profound's total compensation package is designed to be competitive and includes base salary, equity, and a full range of benefits and perks. Final compensation will depend on factors such as your skills, experience, qualifications, and location, and will be determined during the interview process. Our recruiting team will share more details about the full compensation package and benefits as you move through hiring.

Created: 2026-04-02