Technical Program Manager, Engineering - Paris

As a Technical Program Manager at Mistral AI, you'll oversee the model training and deployment processes, ensuring they are efficient and effective. You will work closely with various cross-functional teams to track project progress and implement process improvements, keeping all stakeholders informed throughout.

To excel as a Technical Program Manager at Mistral AI, you should hold a degree in a relevant scientific field, such as Computer Science or Engineering. It’s important to have proven experience managing technical programs and a strong understanding of model training and deployment.

Collaboration is key at Mistral AI. As a Technical Program Manager, you'll partner with cross-functional teams including science, product, and marketing, ensuring alignment across departments. You'll facilitate communication and promote a teamwork-focused culture that values every contributor.

The ideal Technical Program Manager at Mistral AI is detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple projects under pressure. Proactive problem-solving skills and a continuous improvement mindset are also highly valued to drive efficiency and productivity within the engineering team.

At Mistral AI, Technical Program Managers enjoy a competitive cash salary, equity options, daily lunch vouchers, transportation contributions, full health insurance for their families, and generous parental leave policies, among various other benefits that promote well-being.

Managing multiple projects requires strong organizational skills. I prioritize tasks based on deadlines, communicate continuously with stakeholders, and use project management tools to track progress and resources effectively.

Absolutely! In my last role, I identified a bottleneck in our deployment process. By streamlining communication between teams and introducing automated testing, we reduced deployment time by 30%, greatly improving efficiency.

I conduct thorough risk assessments during the planning phase, involving key stakeholders to identify possible issues. Regular check-ins and updates help in monitoring these risks, allowing us to pivot quickly if needed.

I maintain regular communication with product and business teams, ensuring our engineering efforts align with broader company goals. I also participate in strategy meetings to contribute insights from the technical perspective.

I prefer using project management tools like Jira or Trello because they facilitate collaboration and provide clear visual insights into project timelines and status. These tools streamline updates and accountability among team members.

Staying organized is key! I prioritize tasks, delegate effectively, and maintain open communication with the team to ensure we work collaboratively under pressure. Moreover, I keep a positive attitude to motivate the team.

I have worked on several AI projects where I was responsible for managing the full program lifecycle, including model training and deployment. I’m familiar with the intricacies of AI operations, which enhances my effectiveness in technical program management.

I once faced a situation where different stakeholders had conflicting priorities. I facilitated a meeting where all parties could voice their concerns, allowing us to collectively agree on a prioritization that addressed the most critical needs.

I encourage open communication, promote team-building activities, and ensure recognition of individual contributions. Establishing a culture where team members feel empowered to share ideas fosters collaboration and innovation.

I stay updated by attending industry conferences, participating in online forums, and reading relevant publications. I also actively engage in professional networks to exchange insights with peers in the AI and tech community.