About Mistral    At Mistral AI, we believe in the power of AI to simplify tasks, save time, and enhance learning and creativity. Our technology is designed to integrate seamlessly into daily working life.   We democratize AI through high-performance, optimized, open-source and cutting-edge models, products and solutions. Our comprehensive AI platform is designed to meet enterprise needs, whether on-premises or in cloud environments. Our offerings include le Chat, the AI assistant for life and work.   We are a dynamic, collaborative team passionate about AI and its potential to transform society. Our diverse workforce thrives in competitive environments and is committed to driving innovation. Our teams are distributed between France, USA, UK, Germany and Singapore. We are creative, low-ego and team-spirited.   Join us to be part of a pioneering company shaping the future of AI. Together, we can make a meaningful impact. See more about our culture on https://mistral.ai/careers.   Role Summary : Senior AI Deployment Strategist   As a Senior AI Deployment Strategist, you will bridge the gap between vision and execution, ensuring our customers not only see the potential of AI but realize its value in their operations. This role is a unique blend of strategic advisory and hands-on deployment leadership, spanning both presales and postsales phases. You will act as a trusted advisor to C-suite executives, architecting AI solutions that drive transformation and delivering measurable business outcomes.   You will be embedded in our most strategic accounts, diagnosing business challenges, designing AI-powered solutions, and leading their deployment from concept to full-scale adoption. This role demands a rare combination of executive presence, technical credibility, and commercial acumen, with a focus on both winning and delivering high-impact AI initiatives.   What you will do   Strategic Advisory & C-Suite Partnership • Serve as the lead strategic advisor for a portfolio of high-value enterprise clients, building trusted relationships with executive leadership (CEO, CTO, CIO). • Lead C-suite workshops to diagnose business drivers and co-create multi-year AI transformation roadmaps aligned with corporate strategy. • Develop and present compelling business cases and proposals, articulating the ROI of AI adoption and the value of Mistral’s platform.   Presales: Shaping the Vision • Partner with sales and product teams to identify and qualify opportunities, positioning Mistral’s solutions as the catalyst for enterprise transformation. • Design tailored AI strategies and proof-of-concepts that address critical business challenges and demonstrate tangible value. • Act as a subject matter expert in client engagements, ensuring our solutions are understood, trusted, and adopted.   Postsales: Driving Deployment & Adoption • Own the end-to-end success of AI deployments, from strategic planning to operational integration, ensuring solutions are embedded into the customer’s core workflows. • Lead cross-functional teams of engineers, data scientists, and product managers to execute deployment roadmaps and deliver measurable results. • Navigate organizational complexity and drive change management to ensure seamless adoption and long-term success.   Commercial Growth & Thought Leadership • Identify and cultivate expansion opportunities within accounts, connecting Mistral’s capabilities to new business challenges and driving commercial growth. • Mentor junior strategists and contribute to the development of best practices, methodologies, and playbooks for customer engagement. • Represent Mistral AI as a thought leader through speaking engagements, executive briefings, and industry contributions.     About you   • You have 8+ years of experience in technical management consulting, enterprise technology, or a customer-facing strategic role, with a focus on AI/ML, data architecture, or digital transformation. • You hold a degree in a relevant scientific field (e.g., Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, etc.) • You possess a deep, practical expertise in AI/ML concepts, enterprise data architecture, and modern software development with hands-on development of AI solutions—enough to credibly engage with technical teams and executives alike. • You have a proven track record of engaging and influencing C-suite executives, with the ability to navigate complex conversations and align AI strategies with business objectives. • You excel at structuring ambiguous problems into actionable programs and thrive in fast-paced, high-stakes environments. • You are equally comfortable in presales and postsales: shaping deals, designing solutions, and ensuring their successful deployment. • You have experience managing high-value accounts, understanding deal mechanics, and building compelling cases for investment. • You are a collaborative leader who can motivate cross-functional teams and drive results through influence, not authority.   We are looking for adaptable, low-ego team players who are passionate about turning AI vision into reality and delivering transformative impact for our customers.   Hiring Process   • Talent Acquisition screening call • 30min Hiring Manager Interview • 45min Business Acumen Interview  • 60min Technical Deep Dive on LLMs • Panel (Home Prep & Restitution) • 30min Value Talk • Reference check   Benefits   France   💰 Competitive cash salary and equity 🥕 Daily lunch vouchers : Swile meal vouchers with 10,83€ per worked day, incl 60% offered by company 🥎 Sport : Enjoy discounted access to gyms and fitness studios through our Wellpass partnership 🚴 Transportation : Monthly contribution to a mobility pass via Betterway 🧑‍⚕️ Health : Full health insurance for you and your family 🍼 Parental : Generous parental leave policy 🌎 Visa sponsorship 🤝 Coaching: we offer BetterUp coaching on a voluntary basis   By applying, you agree to our Applicant Privacy Policy.