VP Engineering - Paris

VP Engineering About H: H exists to push the boundaries of superintelligence with agentic AI. By automating complex, multi-step tasks typically performed by humans, AI agents will help unlock full human potential. H is hiring the world’s best AI talent, seeking those who are dedicated as much to building safely and responsibly as to advancing disruptive agentic capabilities. We promote a mindset of openness, learning, and collaboration, where everyone has something to contribute. Context H Company is building a new class of agentic AI systems —autonomous software capable of executing complex workflows across tools and environments. Following a landmark European seed round and early enterprise traction, the company is entering a pivotal phase: scaling from breakthrough technology and early deployments to a robust, global AI platform business. To support this transition, H Company is hiring a VP Engineering to join the executive leadership team and co-drive the company’s evolution from startup to category-defining scale-up . Mission: The VP Engineering will be responsible for: Defining and executing a scalable, defensible technology strategy Building a world-class engineering organization and platform Partnering with the CEO on product direction, investor communication, and long-term vision Ensuring H Company successfully bridges frontier AI research and enterprise-grade deployment This role is central to converting early technical advantage into sustained product leadership and commercial scale . Core Responsibilities 1. Platform & Technology Strategy Architect and scale H’s AI platform (agents, orchestration, model integration, infra) Make critical build vs. buy decisions across the stack Ensure performance, reliability, and cost efficiency at scale Establish durable technical moats in a rapidly evolving AI landscape 2. From Innovation to Productization Translate cutting-edge AI capabilities into repeatable, enterprise-ready products Standardize systems that are currently bespoke or forward-deployed Balance speed of iteration with platform robustness and maintainability 3. Organizational Scale Build and lead a high-caliber engineering organization Scale from a startup structure to multi-layered, high-output teams Implement processes that enable speed without sacrificing quality 4. Executive & Investor Interface Act as a key counterpart to the CEO in board and investor discussions Clearly articulate H Company’s technology and product roadmap Provide credibility and depth in technical due diligence and fundraising contexts 5. Cross-Functional Leadership Operate at the intersection of Research, Product, and Go-to-Market Align engineering execution with customer outcomes and revenue growth Help define the company’s long-term product and platform positioning Profile Leadership & Scale Experience as CTO / VP Engineering (or equivalent) in a high-growth, venture-backed environment Proven ability to scale teams and systems through rapid growth phases Technical Credibility Deep expertise in distributed systems, AI/ML infrastructure, or developer platforms Ability to engage with frontier research while driving production excellence Strategic Orientation Strong product intuition and ability to shape platform strategy Comfortable operating in ambiguity and fast-moving technical landscapes Investor Readiness Experience engaging with investors, boards, and senior stakeholders Ability to communicate complex technical topics with clarity and authority Opportunity This is a rare opportunity to: Shape the technical foundation of a potential category leader in agentic AI Partner directly with the CEO on company-building and strategic decisions Play a defining role in scaling a European AI company to global relevance Location: Paris or London. Please expect some travel between offices on a reasonable cadence (e.g., every 4-6 weeks). What We Offer: Join the exciting journey of shaping the future of AI, and be part of the early days of one of the hottest AI startups. Collaborate with a fun, dynamic, and multicultural team, working alongside world-class AI talent in a highly collaborative environment. If you want to change the status quo in AI, join us.