AI Deployment Strategist - USA

Mistral; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Mistral is seeking an AI Deployment Strategist in San Francisco to drive adoption and production deployment of our AI solutions. You will work with senior executives to design roadmaps, collaborate with the Applied AI team, and ensure smooth transitions from presales to postsales, delivering measurable business outcomes.

You will lead strategic discovery, design end-to-end deployments, and realize customer value through ongoing partnerships, under a fast-paced, collaborative environment that

Qualifications

• 4+ years in a client-facing strategic and technical role.
• Degree in a relevant scientific field (CS/DS/Engineering).
• Foundational knowledge of AI/ML/Data Science to advise diverse audiences.
• Hands-on experience building and deploying AI applications (Python/JavaScript).

Responsibilities

• Lead executive workshops to identify business challenges and opportunities for AI adoption.
• Architect end-to-end AI solutions integrating models and platforms into customer workflows.
• Serve as trusted advisor, monitor KPIs and drive value realization for customers.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to influence product and research roadmaps; travel 30–60%.

Skills

Client-facing experience

Executive presence

Value-based selling

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Data Science/Engineering

Tools

Python

JavaScript

Job description

About Mistral

Mistral provides full-stack AI solutions: from frontier models to developer tools, applications, and compute. We partner with enterprises tackling the hardest problems—across high-stakes industries like finance, manufacturing, defense, healthcare, and the public sector—co-creating customized AI systems that they can run on their terms.

About Mistral

Mistral provides full-stack AI solutions: from frontier models to developer tools, applications, and compute. We partner with enterprises tackling the hardest problems—across high-stakes industries like finance, manufacturing, defense, healthcare, and the public sector—co-creating customized AI systems that they can run on their terms.

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 between Europe, North America, Asia and the Middle East. We are creative, low-ego and team-spirited.

Role Summary

As an AI Deployment Strategist, you will drive the adoption and deployment of Mistral’s AI solutions, working closely with customers from strategic vision to production implementation. This role sits at the intersection of business strategy, AI innovation, and hands‑on deployment, ensuring our customers achieve transformative outcomes.

You will partner with senior executives to design AI roadmaps, collaborate with the Applied AI team to deliver solutions in production, and ensure seamless transitions from presales to postsales. Your work will directly contribute to customer success, bridging the gap between strategy and execution.

This role is ideal for those who thrive in a fast‑paced environment, enjoy solving complex business challenges, and are passionate about turning AI potential into real‑world impact.

What You Will Do

Strategic Discovery & Vision Setting

• Lead executive-level workshops to identify business challenges and opportunities where Mistral’s AI can drive step‑change improvements.
• Co-create AI adoption roadmaps with customers, articulating the “art of the possible” and a clear path to value.
• Collaborate with Account Executives to develop business cases, quantify ROI, and align solutions with customer objectives.

AI Solution Design & Deployment

• Architect end‑to‑end AI solutions, integrating Mistral’s models and platform into customer workflows and technical infrastructure.
• Partner with the Applied AI team to design, prototype, and deploy AI solutions in production, ensuring scalability and impact.
• Own the execution of pilot projects and proofs‑of‑value, demonstrating the potential of our technology and paving the way for full‑scale deployment.

Value Realization & Customer Success

• Serve as a trusted advisor to customers, guiding their AI strategy and ensuring they maximize the value of their investment in Mistral.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) tied to business outcomes, and communicate progress to executive sponsors.
• Proactively identify expansion opportunities within accounts, building on initial successes to drive long‑term partnerships.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Act as the bridge between customers and Mistral’s internal teams, synthesizing feedback to influence product and research roadmaps.
• Develop reusable assets, best practices, and playbooks to scale go‑to‑market efforts and ensure consistent delivery excellence.
• Travel (~30-60%) to foster deep client relationships and support on‑site deployment.

About You

• 4+ years in a client‑facing strategic and technical role (e.g., data science consulting, value engineering, or technical sales).
• You hold a degree in a relevant scientific field (e.g., Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, etc.)
• Foundational knowledge of AI/ML/Data Science, with the credibility to advise both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Hands‑on experience building and deploying AI applications (Python, JavaScript, or similar) to demonstrate value.
• Strong business acumen and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to structure ambiguous challenges into actionable solutions.
• Executive presence and communication skills to influence senior stakeholders (VP, C-level).
• Hands on experience building and deploying AI applications (Python)
• Resilient, results‑driven, and comfortable leading through influence in a collaborative environment.
• Experience with sales qualification frameworks (e.g., MEDDPICC) and value‑based selling is a plus.

Why This Role Matters

You will play a pivotal role in shaping how enterprises adopt and deploy AI, ensuring Mistral’s solutions deliver measurable impact. By partnering with the Applied AI team, you’ll help turn strategic visions into production‑ready solutions, making Mistral an indispensable partner for our customers.

What we offer

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well‑being, growth, and work‑life balance. Benefits vary by country and may include healthcare coverage, parental leave, retirement plans, relocation support, wellness programs, meal and transportation allowances, and other location‑specific perks.

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