VP Engineering About H: H exists to push the boundaries of superintelligence with agentic AI. By automating complex, multi-step tasks typically performed by humans, AI agents will help unlock full human potential. H is hiring the world’s best AI talent, seeking those who are dedicated as much to building safely and responsibly as to advancing disruptive agentic capabilities. We promote a mindset of openness, learning, and collaboration, where everyone has something to contribute. CONTEXT H Company is building a new class of agentic AI systems—autonomous software capable of executing complex workflows across tools and environments. Following a landmark European seed round and early enterprise traction, the company is entering a pivotal phase: scaling from breakthrough technology and early deployments to a robust, global AI platform business. To support this transition, H Company is hiring a VP Engineering to join the executive leadership team and co-drive the company’s evolution from startup to category-defining scale-up. MISSION: The VP Engineering will be responsible for: * Defining and executing a scalable, defensible technology strategy * Building a world-class engineering organization and platform * Partnering with the CEO on product direction, investor communication, and long-term vision * Ensuring H Company successfully bridges frontier AI research and enterprise-grade deployment This role is central to converting early technical advantage into sustained product leadership and commercial scale. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES 1. PLATFORM & TECHNOLOGY STRATEGY * Architect and scale H’s AI platform (agents, orchestration, model integration, infra) * Make critical build vs. buy decisions across the stack * Ensure performance, reliability, and cost efficiency at scale * Establish durable technical moats in a rapidly evolving AI landscape 2. FROM INNOVATION TO PRODUCTIZATION * Translate cutting-edge AI capabilities into repeatable, enterprise-ready products * Standardize systems that are currently bespoke or forward-deployed * Balance speed of iteration with platform robustness and maintainability 3. ORGANIZATIONAL SCALE * Build and lead a high-caliber engineering organization * Scale from a startup structure to multi-layered, high-output teams * Implement processes that enable speed without sacrificing quality 4. EXECUTIVE & INVESTOR INTERFACE * Act as a key counterpart to the CEO in board and investor discussions * Clearly articulate H Company’s technology and product roadmap * Provide credibility and depth in technical due diligence and fundraising contexts 5. CROSS-FUNCTIONAL LEADERSHIP * Operate at the intersection of Research, Product, and Go-to-Market * Align engineering execution with customer outcomes and revenue growth * Help define the company’s long-term product and platform positioning PROFILE LEADERSHIP & SCALE * Experience as CTO / VP Engineering (or equivalent) in a high-growth, venture-backed environment * Proven ability to scale teams and systems through rapid growth phases TECHNICAL CREDIBILITY * Deep expertise in distributed systems, AI/ML infrastructure, or developer platforms * Ability to engage with frontier research while driving production excellence STRATEGIC ORIENTATION * Strong product intuition and ability to shape platform strategy * Comfortable operating in ambiguity and fast-moving technical landscapes INVESTOR READINESS * Experience engaging with investors, boards, and senior stakeholders * Ability to communicate complex technical topics with clarity and authority OPPORTUNITY This is a rare opportunity to: * Shape the technical foundation of a potential category leader in agentic AI * Partner directly with the CEO on company-building and strategic decisions * Play a defining role in scaling a European AI company to global relevance Location: * Paris or London. * Please expect some travel between offices on a reasonable cadence (e.g., every 4-6 weeks). What We Offer: * Join the exciting journey of shaping the future of AI, and be part of the early days of one of the hottest AI startups. * Collaborate with a fun, dynamic, and multicultural team, working alongside world-class AI talent in a highly collaborative environment. If you want to change the status quo in AI, join us.

VP Engineering - Paris

Similar jobs

Explore related jobs