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Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

Location: France - International Industrial Group
Languages required: English and German (fluent)

Main Mission

The CTO defines and drives the group's technology strategy to support growth, competitiveness, and innovation. He/she ensures consistency and performance of information systems, technological infrastructures, and digital initiatives on a global scale.

Key Responsibilities

- Define the technology vision aligned with the company's overall strategy.
- Lead digital transformation and industrial innovation (Industry 4.0, automation, cybersecurity, data, AI).
- Oversee IT & Digital teams across international locations (Europe, Americas, Asia).
- Ensure infrastructure security, reliability, and scalability.
- Build strategic technology partnerships with key stakeholders (software providers, start-ups, universities).
- Work closely with business leaders, R&D, and industrial operations.
- Monitor technological and regulatory trends (cybersecurity, global compliance).
- Represent the technology function at the executive committee and board level.

Candidate Profile

- Master's degree or equivalent in engineering, computer science, or related fields.
- Proven track record (10+ years) in senior technology leadership roles, ideally in an international industrial environment.
- Strong expertise in managing large-scale digital transformation programs.
- Demonstrated leadership, results-driven, with the ability to inspire multicultural teams.
- Fluency in English and German; French is an asset.

If you are ready to take on this challenge and play a key role in shaping the technological future of a leading international industrial group, please send your application !