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Paris, Île-de-France, France
Hybrid
Why Valtech? We’re the experience innovation company - a trusted partner to the world’s most recognized brands. To our people we offer growth opportunities, a values-driven culture, international careers and the chance to shape the future of experience.
Valtech is a strategic partner for a top luxury client operating model, operating as a Business Unit (BU) across multiple divisions. Under the new factory-based model, Valtech is accountable for standardized, industrialized delivery across coherent application territories, shifting from a supplier relationship to a strategic delivery partner responsible for transformation, performance, and scale.
As the partnership deepens, technology vision and architectural coherence across divisions become decisive. The BU CTO is the senior technical authority of the Business Unit: peer to the Head of Engineering & Delivery, the CTO owns the technology direction, the SME and architect community, and the relationship with technology partners, while delivery execution and run accountability sit with the Head of Engineering & Delivery.
At Valtech, you’ll find an environment designed for continuous learning, meaningful impact, and professional growth. Whether you're pioneering new digital solutions, challenging conventional thinking or building the next generation of customer experiences, your work will help transform industries.
We are proud of:
You report to a Client Partner and as a Technical Director – BU CTO (all genders), you are passionate about experience innovation and eager to push the boundaries of what’s possible. You bring +15 years of experience, a growth mindset and a drive to make a lasting impact.
You will thrive in this role if you are:
Role Purpose
Own the technology vision, target architecture, and technical credibility of the Valtech-client Business Unit across the full client tech stack. Operating with the breadth of a group-level CTO at BU scale, the role sets standards, leads the SME and architect community, manages the relationship with technology partners and hyperscalers, drives the innovation agenda, and ensures the BU technical choices are coherent, secure, future-proof, and aligned with the client Tech COE strategy. Authority is grounded in architectural expertise, partner influence, and trusted counsel to the client and Valtech leadership.
Key Responsibilities
Technology Vision & Architecture
SME & Architect Community Leadership
Technology Partner & Ecosystem Relationships
Innovation & Technical Strategy
Governance & Stakeholder Engagement
Visionary yet pragmatic technology leader who combines deep architectural authority with partner-facing influence. Credible with software editors, hyperscalers, CIOs, and engineering teams alike. Able to set direction, federate a technical community, and turn technology choices into durable business advantage across a complex, multi-division environment.
To be considered for this role, you must meet the following essential qualifications:
If you do not meet all the listed qualifications or have gaps in your experience, we still encourage you to apply. At Valtech, we recognize that talent comes in many forms, and we value diverse perspectives and a willingness to learn.
We design experiences that work for all kinds of people - and that starts with our own teams. At Valtech, we’re intentional about building an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported to grow, thrive and achieve their goals. No matter your background, you belong here. Explore our Diversity & Inclusion site to see how we’re creating a more equitable Valtech for all.
This is a permanent position based in Paris/France.
Beyond a competitive compensation package, we offer:
Our benefits are tailored to each location. Your Talent Partner will provide full details during the hiring process.
Once you apply, our Talent Acquisition team will review your application. If your skills and experience align with the role, we’ll reach out for next steps.
⚠️ Beware of recruitment fraud: Only engage with official Valtech email addresses ending in @valtech.com.
We are committed to inclusion and accessibility. If you need reasonable accommodations during the interview process, please either indicate it in your application or let your Talent Partner know.
Valtech is the experience innovation company that exists to unlock a better way to experience the world. By blending crafts, categories, and cultures, we help brands unlock new value in an increasingly digital world.
At the intersection of data, AI, creativity, and technology, we drive transformation for leading organizations, including L’Oréal, Mars, Audi, P&G, Volkswagen Dolby, and more.
At Valtech, we don’t just talk about transformation. We make it happen. Our people are the heart of our success, and we foster a workplace where everyone has the support to thrive, grow and innovate.
Are you ready to create what’s next? Join us.
As per the AGG (General Equal Treatment Act) in Germany and equivalent in France, jobs must be advertised in a gender-neutral manner. We use the statement (all genders) to make it clear that this position is open to all genders in these countries, even if the job title itself can be translated or interpreted as "masculine" in the French or German language.