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Technical Program Manager, Science Operations, Code

Mistral AIPalo AltoScience
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Salary
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Job type
Full-time
Work mode
Remote
Posted
14 Sept 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Role Overview

The Technical Program Manager, Science Operations, Code position at Mistral AI offers an exciting remote opportunity based out of Palo Alto. This role serves as an operational partner embedded directly within the code and vibe research team, bridging the gap between scientific discovery and organizational execution. Ideal candidates are passionate about code models, enthusiastic about technology, and equipped to handle everything outside of the core science itself.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain a shared, accessible view of ongoing research, tracking what is in flight, upcoming trajectories, and items ready for handoff.
Handle cross-team conversations, resourcing, and coordination to keep researchers focused purely on the science.
Manage the operational path from research work to release candidate for code and vibe workstreams by coordinating with release functions.
Ensure clean and high-signal interfaces so that code and vibe research integrates smoothly with the wider science organization.
Translate complex technical details into clear, well-timed updates for leadership and adjacent departments regarding ongoing and upcoming developments.

Requirements

Genuine enthusiasm for coding assistants and code models, backed by personal use and strong opinions.
A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in operations, technical program management, or research coordination.
Strong analytical capabilities paired with the ability to shape structure out of ambiguous environments.
Capacity to engage substantively with research tasks to earn genuine credibility among technical peers.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills suitable for diverse audiences.

Nice to Have

Prior background working within ML, AI, or research-heavy organizations.
Familiarity with software engineering benchmarks, coding agents, code generation, or related research topics.
Direct, hands-on experience utilizing modern coding tools.
Demonstrated track record of establishing systemic processes entirely from scratch.
High comfort level operating within fast-paced environments characterized by shifting priorities.

Skills and Tools

Technical program management and research coordination
Cross-functional communication and strategic messaging
Process design and operations scaling
Familiarity with code generation, coding agents, and modern coding tools

About the Company

Mistral AI delivers full-stack artificial intelligence solutions ranging from developer tools and frontier models to compute and custom applications. The enterprise partners with organizations across high-stakes sectors such as finance, manufacturing, healthcare, defense, and the public sector to co-create tailored AI systems that run on client terms. Driven by a creative, low-ego, and team-spirited culture, the workforce is distributed globally across North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should visit the official Mistral careers page to submit an application for this remote position.

Questions candidates ask

Is this position remote?

Yes, this role is listed with a location of Palo Alto and is remote.

How much experience is required?

Applicants must have 3+ years of experience in operations, technical program management, or research coordination.

What degree is required for the role?

A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience is required.

What does the role focus on?

The role partners directly with Mistral's code and vibe research team as an operational counterpart, managing research visibility, release operations, and strategic communications.

Where can I apply for this job?

Candidates can apply directly on the official company careers page.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Mistral AI careers page.

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