Mistral· Solutions· Abu Dhabi
Applied AI, Technical Lead, Forward Deployed AI Engineer - Abu Dhabi
Classified Tasks (22)
Automate 0%Augment 64%Human-Only 36%
Augment (14)
AI assists, human decides
Deliver critical lines of code for complex projects and implement production-ready AI components
technical
Identify and mitigate technical risks in critical project components to de-risk deployments
technical
Write, review, and maintain code for AI models, pipelines, and related infrastructure
technical
Optimize AI models, inference pipelines, and system performance for production use
technical
Define and propagate best practices for deploying GenAI applications across industries
leadership
Translate customer requirements into actionable technical solutions and solution designs
technical
Design complex AI system architectures, including model, data, and deployment components
technical
Oversee implementation of fine-tuning workflows, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), and agentic workflows
operational
Oversee development and deployment of custom LLM applications and integrations
operational
Monitor and identify emerging trends and advancements in AI to inform technical direction
analytical
Evaluate, pilot, and recommend new tools, frameworks, and methodologies for AI development
analytical
Establish, document, and champion best practices for model fine-tuning, inference, and deployment
leadership
Translate research prototypes into production-ready, scalable enterprise AI solutions
technical
Manage and validate robustness, scalability, and reliability of deployed AI solutions through testing and monitoring
technical
Human-Only (8)
Requires human judgment
Lead project teams of Applied AI Engineers and coordinate technical execution of projects
leadership
Mentor Applied AI Engineers and provide hands-on technical guidance and feedback
leadership
Lead technical discussions during pre-sales and provide technical input to sales processes
communication
Present and communicate Mistral’s technological capabilities and advantages to stakeholders
communication
Ensure alignment of AI implementations with product roadmaps and open-source initiatives
operational
Collaborate closely with product managers, researchers, and engineers to incorporate customer feedback into the product development cycle
communication
Serve as the primary technical point of contact for strategic customers and manage technical relationships
communication
Guide customers through the full lifecycle from pre-sales through implementation and post-implementation support
communication
Job description
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 across global hubs including France, the USA, the UK, Germany, and Singapore, with growing activity in Abu Dhabi and the wider MENA region. 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 mistral.ai/careers . About The Job: Mistral AI is seeking a Technical Lead, Applied AI to drive the technical strategy, execution, and delivery of complex AI solutions for our enterprise customers. In this role, you will lead a project teams of Applied AI Engineers, ensuring the successful deployment of Mistral AI products and the development of high-impact, scalable AI use cases. You will act as the primary technical point of contact for our most strategic customers, guiding them through the entire lifecycle—from pre-sales to post-implementation—while collaborating closely with research, product, and engineering teams to shape the future of our offerings. As a Technical Lead, you will bridge the gap between cutting-edge AI research and real-world enterprise applications, ensuring our solutions are robust, scalable, and aligned with both customer needs and Mistral’s technological vision. What you will do - Deliver as an IC the critical lines of codes of our complex projects , you’ll be hands-on and de-risk the critical parts of our complex projects. You’ll stay deeply involved in coding, reviewing, and optimizing AI solutions. - Lead technical teams of Applied AI Engineers , providing mentorship, technical guidance, and best practices for deploying state-of-the-art GenAI applications across industries. - Lead technical discussions during pre-sales , translating customer requirements into actionable solutions and communicating Mistral’s technological advantages to diverse stakeholders. - Design and oversee the implementation of complex AI system s, including fine-tuning, RAG, agentic workflows, and custom LLM applications, ensuring alignment with Mistral’s product roadmap and open-source initiatives. - Drive innovation by identifying emerging trends in AI , evaluating new tools and methodologies, and championing best practices for fine-tuning, inference, and deployment. - Work closely with product managers, researchers, and engineers to ensure seamless integration of customer feedback into Mistral’s product development cycle. How We Work in Applied AI - We care about people and outputs. - What matters is what you ship, not the time you spend on it - Bureaucracy is where urgency goes to vanish. You talk to whoever you need to talk to. The best idea wins, whether it comes from a principal engineer or someone in their first week. - Always ask why. The best solutions come from deep understanding, not from copying what worked before - We say what we mean. Feedback is direct, timely, and given because we care. - No politics. Low ego, high standards. - We embrace an unstructured environment and find joy in it. About you - You are fluent in English. - You hold a PhD or Master’s degree in AI, Machine Learning, Computer Science, or a related field. - You have 7/8+ years of experience in AI/ML, with at least 2+ years in a technical leadership role (e.g., Tech Lead, Engineering Manager, or Solutions Architect) focused on AI products or enterprise solutions