Description
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Within Mistral's Applied AI team, the Applied Science works closely with the research team to deliver co-training projects,from pre-training through post-training.
We are seeking a Technical Program Manager (TPM) to embed within our Applied Science organization. This role is critical to ensuring seamless execution of technical projects,from helping build the Applied Science product roadmap, tracking research papers and blog posts to maintaining the health of all Applied Science product verticals.
As a TPM, you will oversee the tracking and dissemination of technical papers, blog posts, and research outputs for Applied Science projects. You will conduct health checks for all Applied Science verticals, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and operational efficiency, and support execution.
You will design and operationalise systems for tracking project progress, surfacing dependencies, and maintaining momentum across teams. You will develop and refine a customer experience process to onboard clients to products, including cluster setup and technical integration.
Acting as a bridge between Applied Science teams and customers, you will ensure smooth adoption and address technical challenges. You will work closely with Applied Science, Engineering, Product, and Solutions teams to align technical projects with business objectives.
You will facilitate GPU allocation, quota management, and infrastructure workflows to ensure resources are scaled and accessible. You will continuously identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and productivity.
You will drive structured communication loops, including bi-weekly updates, all-hands meetings, and company-wide digests, synthesising technical details into clear, strategic narratives.
As a TPM, you will identify potential risks and issues in project lifecycles, developing contingency plans to mitigate them. You will build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, partners, and clients, ensuring alignment and transparency.
Key responsibilities:
- Technical Program Management
- Customer Experience & Onboarding
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Process Improvement & Communication
- Risk & Stakeholder Management
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
- 3+ years of experience in technical program management, operations, or research coordination, preferably in AI/ML or research-heavy organisations
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience structuring ambiguous projects into clear deliverables
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesise technical details for diverse audiences
- Proven ability to drive cross-functional initiatives and manage complex stakeholder landscapes
- Familiarity with model development pipelines (pre-training, post-training, release readiness)
Nice to have:
- Experience managing infrastructure workflows (API keys, quota, access)
- Track record of building systemic processes from the ground up
- Comfort working in fast-paced, high-ambiguity environments where priorities shift quickly
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving and driving initiatives forward