Data Center Operations Lead, AI HPC & 24/7 Reliability

Mistral AI; Paris; On-site; EUR 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Parental leave

Relocation support

Wellness programs

Job summary

Mistral AI is seeking a Data Center Operations Manager to oversee the build, run and operational excellence of its data centers in the Paris Region. The role ensures reliability, security and efficiency of HPC infrastructure as the company scales its AI capabilities.

Primary Location: Paris Region, with on-site responsibilities at major facilities. You will lead onsite operations, coordinate hardware deployments, manage budgets, and enforce HSE standards to maintain maximum uptime.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Computer Science or Engineering.
• Proven track record in data center operations, hardware management, or infrastructure support.
• Experience managing large-scale infrastructure projects including builds, migrations, or upgrades.
• Strong ability to coordinate vendors, contractors, and internal teams, including review and contractual engagement.
• Comfortable with contract negotiation and management.
• Hands-on troubleshooting in critical situations and aggressive timelines.
• Knowledge of data center security standards and regulatory compliance.
• Certifications such as CDCP, CDCE, or ITIL v4 are highly desired.
• Fluency in English and French.

Responsibilities

• Lead the operational management of Mistral’s data centers ensuring high availability.
• Organise and manage onsite operations, technical support, maintenance, and emergency response for 24/7 reliability.
• Coordinate hardware deployment, upgrades, and decommissioning with third-party suppliers.
• Follow industry best practices for security, contractual obligations, and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee ticketing systems for incident resolution and stakeholder updates.
• Manage inventory of spare parts and logistics to minimise downtime.
• Provide regular updates on operational status, risks, and improvements to stakeholders.
• Manage local contracts with DC providers and OEM.
• Administer the site OpEx budget for utilities, maintenance services, and consumables.
• Establish, implement, and enforce HSE policies for site personnel and contractors.

Skills

Data center operations

Vendor management

Contract negotiation

Troubleshooting

HSE compliance

English & French

Education

Degree in Computer Science or Engineering

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 its data centers in the Paris Region. The role ensures reliability, security and efficiency of HPC infrastructure as the company scales its AI capabilities.

Primary Location: Paris Region, with on-site responsibilities at major facilities. You will lead onsite operations, coordinate hardware deployments, manage budgets, and enforce HSE standards to maintain maximum uptime.