AI HPC Data Center Operations Lead

Mistral Ai; Paris; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Relocation support

Meal and transportation allowances

Wellness programs

Job summary

Mistral Ai is seeking a Data Center Operations Manager to oversee the build, run, and operational excellence of our HPC data centers in the Paris region. The role focuses on reliability, security, and efficiency of the infrastructure as AI capabilities scale.

Primary location is in the Paris region, with responsibilities spanning onsite operations and vendor management. The ideal candidate has a strong background in data center operations, project leadership, and security/compliance, with

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Proven data center operations, hardware management, or infrastructure support.
• Experience managing large-scale infrastructure projects (build-outs, migrations, upgrades).
• Strong vendor, contractor, and internal team coordination; contract engagement.
• English and French fluency.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational management of data centers ensuring high availability.
• Organise onsite operations, technical support, maintenance, and 24/7 reliability.
• Coordinate hardware deployment with third-party suppliers; align with timelines.
• Ensure installations meet security, regulatory, and contractual requirements.
• Oversee incident ticketing and stakeholder communications.
• Manage inventory, spare parts, and logistics to minimise downtime.
• Provide regular status updates on risks and improvements to stakeholders.
• Manage local contracts with DC providers and OEM.
• Oversee site OpEx budget for utilities, maintenance, and consumables.
• Establish and enforce Health, Safety, and Environmental policies.

Skills

Data center operations

Vendor management

Project management

Troubleshooting

Security standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

CDCP

CDCE

ITIL v4

Job description

Mistral Ai is seeking a Data Center Operations Manager to oversee the build, run, and operational excellence of our HPC data centers in the Paris region. The role focuses on reliability, security, and efficiency of the infrastructure as AI capabilities scale.

Primary location is in the Paris region, with responsibilities spanning onsite operations and vendor management. The ideal candidate has a strong background in data center operations, project leadership, and security/compliance, with