AI Deployment Strategist

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.

Responsibilities

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; Collaborate with Account Executives to develop business cases, quantify ROI, and align solutions with customer objectives; Architect end-to-end AI solutions integrating Mistral’s models and platform into customer workflows; Partner with the Applied AI team to design, prototype, and deploy AI solutions in production; Own the execution of pilot projects and proofs-of-value; Serve as a trusted advisor to customers guiding their AI strategy; Monitor key performance indicators tied to business outcomes; Proactively identify expansion opportunities within accounts; Act as the bridge between customers and Mistral’s internal teams; Develop reusable assets, best practices, and playbooks; Travel (~30-60%) to foster deep client relationships and support on-site deployment.

Requirements

2+ years in a client-facing strategic and technical role (e.g., data science consulting, value engineering, or technical sales); degree in a relevant scientific field (e.g., Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, etc.); foundational knowledge of AI/ML/Data Science; hands-on experience building and deploying AI applications (Python, JavaScript, or similar); strong business acumen and problem-solving skills; executive presence and communication skills to influence senior stakeholders (VP, C-level); resilient, results-driven, and comfortable leading through influence in a collaborative environment.

Nice to have

Experience with sales qualification frameworks (e.g., MEDDPICC) and value-based selling

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package; healthcare coverage; parental leave; retirement plans; relocation support; wellness programs; meal and transportation allowances; other location-specific perks