Head of IT & DevOps

Head of IT & DevOps Looking for a hands-on leader ready to take ownership of infrastructure and DevOps in a fast-moving environment. This is a unique opportunity to build, optimize, and lead systems that power critical b Apply We usually respond within three days About PROPHESEE Prophesee is the inventor of the world’s most advanced neuromorphic vision systems. The company developed a breakthrough event-based vision approach to machine vision that enables dramatic reductions in power consumption, latency, and data processing requirements. By mimicking how the human eye and brain work, Prophesee’s patented Metavision® sensors and algorithms reveal information that is invisible to traditional frame-based sensors. Prophesee’s technology is transforming applications across industrial automation, aerospace and defense, autonomous systems, IoT, AR/VR, and mobile. Headquartered in Paris, Prophesee has offices in Grenoble and Shanghai. Job background We are looking for a passionate, proactive and experienced IT & DevOps Team Lead to drive our infrastructure and operations strategy and day-to-day activities. Lead and oversee the company's IT and DevOps functions, ensuring secure, scalable, and efficient infrastructure and software delivery. Together with a team of two, drive automation, operational excellence, and compliance while managing and supporting IT & DevOps staff. You will lead a small team while remaining hands-on, ensuring the reliability, scalability, and security of our IT systems and DevOps pipelines. You will collaborate with key stakeholders to align technology strategies with business objectives, optimize workflows, and enhance system reliability. You will play a key role in shaping our infrastructure, improving automation, and fostering a culture of operational excellence. Job details Define and execute IT and DevOps strategy aligned with business goals Oversee cloud and on-premise infrastructure (design, deployment, maintenance) Ensure system scalability, availability, and performance Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices Manage IT operations including support, system administration, and enterprise tools Establish monitoring, alerting, and incident management processes Ensure security policies and compliance with industry standards Manage infrastructure budget, vendors, and service providers Collaborate closely with development and product teams to optimize workflows Lead, mentor, and support a team including a subcontractor and an apprentice Drive continuous improvement in tooling, processes, and reliability Travel requirements Occasional travel may be required Required qualifications, experience, and skills Education Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field Experience 8–10 years of experience in IT, infrastructure, or DevOps roles Minimum 2 years in a leadership or team management position Technical skills Infrastructure / Cloud Strong experience with Linux and Windows environments Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, OCI, or similar) Virtualization technologies (VMware vSphere, ESXi) Backup solutions (Veeam, Duplicity or equivalent) DevOps & Automation Kubernetes and Docker CI/CD tools (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or similar) Scripting (Python, Bash) Networking & Security Networking fundamentals (firewalls, VPN, load balancing) Security best practices and compliance frameworks Soft skills Leadership and mentoring abilities Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Problem-solving mindset with strong crisis management capabilities Ability to prioritize, plan, and deliver in a fast-paced environment High level of rigor, ownership, and reliability Language skill : fluent oral and written communication in French and English is mandatory Why join us Work on impactful infrastructure and scaling challenges Be a key contributor to technical strategy and decision-making Join a collaborative and innovation-driven environment Opportunity to grow with the company and shape the DevOps culture Department G&A Locations Paris Employment type Full-time Employment type CDI / permanent About Prophesee Prophesee is the inventor of the world’s most advanced neuromorphic vision systems. Inspired by the human eye and brain, we developed a breakthrough Event-based approach to machine vision, revealing what was previously invisible with traditional frame-based technology. Prophesee brings a new level of speed, efficiency, and reliability to real-world perception across industries such as industrial automation, aerospace and defense, autonomous systems, IoT, AR/VR, and mobile. Visit our main website: www.prophesee.ai