Infrastructure Architect & AI Engineering Lead

ProductLife France; France; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid & flexible working

International by design

Continuous learning

Inclusive culture

Job summary

ProductLife Group in France seeks an experienced Infrastructure Architect & AI Engineering Lead to drive the design, transformation, and governance of enterprise infrastructure, cloud platforms, and AI solutions. The successful candidate will provide strategic and technical leadership to ensure secure, scalable, and innovative technology across the organization.

You will oversee Azure and Microsoft 365 implementations, AI deployments, governance, and collaboration with cybersecurity teams to

Qualifications

• Education: Bac+5 / Masters Degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related field.
• Experience: 810+ years in enterprise infrastructure, cloud architecture, or technology leadership.
• Strong track record leading large-scale infrastructure & tech transformation projects.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain enterprise infrastructure and cloud architecture strategies.
• Lead modernization and cloud transformation with Azure focus.
• Design and oversee AI/Generative AI solutions (Azure OpenAI, Copilot).
• Establish architecture standards, governance, and best practices.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to ensure security & regulatory compliance.
• Provide technical leadership to engineering teams and stakeholders.
• Mentor teams and promote knowledge sharing across the org.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Technical leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem solving

Change management

Education

Bac+5 / Masters Degree in CS/IT/Engineering

Tools

Azure Cloud Architecture

Azure OpenAI Services

Microsoft Copilot

Microsoft 365 Solutions

Cybersecurity & Risk Management

Architecture Governance Frameworks

Job description

Make a meaningful impact on global healthcare — and grow your career while doing it. At ProductLife Group, you’ll join an innovative, forward‑thinking team operating across the world to shape the future of life sciences through expertise, collaboration, and purpose‑driven work.

Job Description

About the Role We are seeking an experienced Infrastructure Architect & AI Engineering Lead to drive the design, transformation, and governance of enterprise infrastructure, cloud platforms, and AI solutions across the organization. The successful candidate will provide strategic and technical leadership, ensuring secure, scalable, and innovative technology solutions that support business growth and digital transformation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and maintain enterprise infrastructure and cloud architecture strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Lead infrastructure modernization and cloud transformation initiatives, with a strong focus on Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 technologies.
• Design, develop, and oversee the implementation of AI and Generative AI solutions, including Azure OpenAI and Microsoft Copilot.
• Establish architecture standards, governance processes, and best practices across infrastructure, cloud, security, and AI domains.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to ensure compliance with security, risk management, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineering teams, project managers, and stakeholders.
• Support affiliate integration projects and enterprise-wide technology initiatives.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend innovative solutions to improve operational efficiency and business value.
• Engage with strategic partners, vendors, and technology governance bodies to drive successful project delivery.
• Mentor technical teams and promote knowledge sharing across the organization.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bac+5 / Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum 8 to 10 years of experience in enterprise infrastructure, cloud architecture, solution architecture, or related technology leadership roles. Proven experience leading large-scale infrastructure and technology transformation projects.
• Required Technical Skills

Required Technical Skills

• Enterprise Infrastructure Architecture
• Microsoft Azure Cloud Architecture
• Microsoft 365 Solutions
• AI Engineering and Generative AI
• Azure OpenAI Services
• Microsoft Copilot
• Cybersecurity and Risk Management
• Architecture Governance Frameworks
• Infrastructure Transformation Programs
• Systems Integration and Affiliate Integration Projects
• Cloud Migration and Modernization

• Language Requirements Fluent English (written and spoken). Additional languages are considered an advantage but are not mandatory.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with technology governance committees and executive stakeholders.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams across multiple European countries.
• Ability to influence strategic technology decisions and drive innovation.
• Relevant Microsoft certifications (Azure Solutions Architect, Azure AI Engineer, Microsoft 365, or equivalent) are highly desirable.

Key Competencies

• Strategic Thinking
• Technical Leadership
• Problem Solving
• Innovation & Continuous Improvement
• Stakeholder Management
• Communication & Presentation Skills
• Collaboration & Teamwork
• Change Management

PLG partners with Life Sciences innovators to bring new medicines and technologies to patients, faster. Join a fast-growing, entrepreneurial company where your expertise makes a difference from day one.

Benefits

• A path for every career stage, from graduate to senior expert
• Exciting, high-impact projects with leading life sciences clients
• International by design
• Hybrid & flexible working
• Continuous learning
• An inclusive & diverse culture