Join FlexAI: 

FlexAI is at the forefront of revolutionizing AI computing by reengineering infrastructure at the system level. Our groundbreaking architecture, combined with sophisticated software intelligence, abstraction, and an orchestration layer, allows developers to leverage a diverse array of compute, resulting in efficient, more reliable computing at a fraction of the cost. We are seeking a skilled and experienced Director of Engineering.

Founded by Brijesh Tripathi and Dali Kilani, who bring experience from Nvidia, Apple, Tesla, Intel, Lifen, and Zoox, FlexAI is not just building a product – we’re shaping the future of AI. Our teams are strategically distributed across Paris, Silicon Valley, and Bangalore, united by a shared mission: to deliver more compute with less complexity.

 If you're passionate about shaping the future of artificial intelligence, driving innovation, and contributing to a sustainable and inclusive AI ecosystem, FlexAI is the place for you !

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Director of Engineering to work closely with our CTO and lead technical execution, team scaling, and innovation across our software team. This is a high-impact leadership role, where you will be responsible for driving our engineering strategy, ensuring world-class execution, and building the team that will shape the future of AI infrastructure.

What you’ll do:

Engineering Leadership & Execution

• Lead the engineering organization across multiple locations (Paris, Silicon Valley), ensuring scalability, efficiency, and reliability.
• Oversee the development and deployment of FlexAI’s AI Stack, ensuring smooth integration between software, hardware, and AI models.
• Collaborate with CTO, Product, and Business Teams to align engineering efforts with market needs and company goals.
• Set and track engineering KPIs, ensuring high performance, robust architecture, and continuous innovation.
• Implement best practices for software engineering, AI model optimization, and AI infrastructure deployment.

Team Scaling & Growth

• Scale and structure the engineering team, hiring world-class AI, software, and infrastructure engineers.
• Define hiring priorities and attract top-tier talent to drive innovation.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, technical excellence, and ownership within the team.
• Mentor and develop engineers, ensuring continuous learning and career growth.
  

Technical Strategy & Architecture

• Define and execute engineering roadmaps, ensuring seamless SW/HW integration.
• Guide cross-functional collaboration between software, DevOps, AI research, and hardware teams.
• Optimize engineering workflows, CI/CD pipelines, and model deployment processes for large-scale AI workloads.
• Drive performance optimization, fault tolerance, and system scalability for AI training and inference workloads.
  

AI Product Development & Delivery

• Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of AI infrastructure development, from R&D to production deployment.
• Ensure high-performance AI workloads, optimizing resource utilization and cloud/on-prem compute efficiency.
• Work closely with customers and partners, ensuring product-market fit and scalability.

What you’ll need to be successful:

Technical & Industry Expertise

• 12+ years of engineering experience, with at least 5 years in leadership roles managing multiple teams within AI, Cloud, or HPC.
• Strong experience in AI/ML infrastructure, distributed computing, and cloud-native architectures.
• Expertise in software engineering (Python, Golang, C++, CUDA, etc.) and AI frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow).
• Deep understanding of AI hardware acceleration (GPUs, TPUs, custom AI chips) and high-performance networking.
• Experience working with hyperscalers (AWS, GCP, Azure), CSPs, or on-prem AI deployments.
  

Leadership & Execution

• Proven experience scaling and managing engineering teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to bridge SW/HW teams, driving AI infrastructure innovation.
• Strong mentorship skills, fostering a high-performing, engineering-first culture.
• Exceptional communication skills to align engineering, business, and product teams.

Bonus Points

• Experience in startup or high-growth environments.
• Contributions to AI open-source projects, research papers, or industry standards.
• Strong patents or publications in AI systems, cloud computing, or distributed computing.
• Experience in product-led growth and AI platform development.

What we offer:

• A competitive salary and benefits package, tailored to recognize your dedication and contributions.
• The opportunity to collaborate with leading experts in AI and cloud computing, learning from the best and the brightest, fostering continuous growth.
• An environment that values innovation, collaboration, and mutual respect.
• Support for personal and professional development, empowering you with the tools and resources to elevate your skills and leave a lasting impact.
• A pivotal role in the AI revolution, shaping the technologies that power the innovations of tomorrow.

Offices :

Our teams are strategically distributed across three continents—Europe, North America, and Asia—united by a shared mission: to deliver more compute with less complexity.

• Paris - HQ
• San Francisco (Bay Area) - US office
• Bangalore - India office

Apply NOW!

You’ve seen what this role entails. Now we want to hear from you! Does this opportunity align with your aspirations? If you’re even slightly curious, we encourage you to apply – it could be the start of something extraordinary!

At FlexAI, we believe diverse teams are the most innovative teams. We’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, and we proudly offer equal opportunities regardless of gender, sexual orientation, origin, disabilities, veteran status, or any other facets of your identity that make you uniquely you.