About Mistral
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.
**About Mistral **
At Mistral AI, we believe in the power of AI to simplify tasks, save time, and enhance learning and creativity. Our technology is designed to integrate seamlessly into daily working life.
We democratize AI through high-performance, optimized, open-source and cutting-edge models, products and solutions. Our comprehensive AI platform is designed to meet enterprise needs, whether on-premises or in cloud environments. Our offerings include le Chat, the AI assistant for life and work.
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 France, USA, UK, Germany and Singapore. We are creative, low-ego and team-spirited.
Join us to be part of a pioneering company shaping the future of AI. Together, we can make a meaningful impact. See more about our culture on https://mistral.ai/careers.
Role Summary : M&A Tech Engineer
As M&A Tech Engineer, you will be at the forefront of our growth strategy, driving innovation and expansion through strategic acquisitions. This role combines a strong technical background with strategic vision.
You will be responsible for identifying and evaluating M&A opportunities that align with our technical and business goals, impacting Mistral’s ability to innovate and expand our market presence. You will collaborate with Product, Engineering, Legal, and Finance teams to assess potential acquisition targets from a technical perspective.
By executing on high-potential acquisition opportunities, you will help us enhance our technical capabilities, expand our product offerings, and strengthen our position in the market. Your work will be instrumental in shaping the future of Mistral AI and driving our mission to democratize AI.
What You Will Do
Identify and Evaluate Opportunities:
• Conduct market research in the AI ecosystem to find relevant target companies within our priority acquisition areas
• Evaluate the technical potential of targets’ products and technology as well as their fit with Mistral’s offering
Conduct Technical Due Diligence:
• Evaluate target’s technology by testing their products and reviewing codebases, architectures and tech stack.
• Assess target’s technical team members and structure.
• Understand target’s product and engineering roadmap and its scalability
• Work with our engineering team to assess technical synergies and integration path.
Collaborate with Engineering:
• Partner with Tech leads to define and adjust our strategic acquisition categories and criteria
• Pitch the target post your first technical evaluation to Product and Engineering leads
• Provide technical insights to inform investment decisions and integration planning.
Leadership Collaboration:
• Work with our CEO, CTO, and other senior leaders to align M&A strategy with business objectives.
• Provide learnings and trends based on M&A exploration of the AI start-up landscape
Who You Are
• You hold a degree in a relevant scientific field (e.g., Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, etc.)
• You have deep understanding of concepts and algorithms underlying machine learning and LLMs
• You are knowledgeable in AI or machine learning product implementation with APIs, back-end and front-end interfaces.
• You can read Python code and are familiar with agents framework such as Langchain, vector DBs
• You are curious and knowledgeable about the AI ecosystem and discovering start-ups proposing innovative solutions to tough AI issues
• You are curious about M&A, venture capital, or related fields and willing to transfer your technicals skills into sourcing, evaluating, and executing high-impact deals
• Your strategic mindset allows you to identify opportunities that align with our business objectives and technical vision
Benefits
France
💰 Competitive cash salary and equity
🥕 Daily lunch vouchers : Swile meal vouchers with 10,83€ per worked day, incl 60% offered by company
🥎 Sport : Enjoy discounted access to gyms and fitness studios through our Wellpass partnership
🚴 Transportation : Monthly contribution to a mobility pass via Betterway
🧑⚕️ Health : Full health insurance for you and your family
🍼 Parental : Generous parental leave policy
🌎 Visa sponsorship
🤝 Coaching: we offer BetterUp coaching on a voluntary basis
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What do we offer?
We support our employees’ well-being, growth, and work-life balance, with a range of global benefits designed to meet the diverse needs of our team members worldwide.
Health & Family
- Healthcare Coverage 100% employer-sponsored premium plans for medical, dental, and vision care for you and your dependents.
- Parental Leave 20 weeks of paid leave for all primary parents.
- Childcare Support Reserved daycare seats or financial assistance for working parents.
Financial & Career Planning
- Retirement Plans Competitive employer-matched contributions in applicable markets (e.g., 6% 401k match in the US, 5% pension contribution in the UK) to secure your financial future.
- Relocation Support Financial assistance for moving expenses, visa sponsorship, and settling-in services for you and your family.
Daily Life & Wellness
- Meal Allowances Monthly stipends, vouchers, or catered in-office meals, depending on your office location.
- Transportation Support Monthly allowances for public transport, parking, or sustainable mobility
- Fitness & Wellness Subsidies or memberships for gyms, wellness programs, or fitness activities
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