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Field Chief Technology Officer - Trusted Cloud - Thales
Engineering Manager
Lead the Trusted Cloud division in Germany, driving secure AI and cloud solutions for public and private sectors, partnering with Google Cloud and new German business unit.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Define and execute the technology strategy for the Trusted Cloud business unit, ensuring alignment with national security and data protection standards.
- Lead a cross‑functional team of cloud architects, security experts, and AI specialists to deliver end‑to‑end solutions for German public administrations and enterprises.
- Forge and maintain strategic partnerships with Google Cloud and other key vendors, negotiating contracts and ensuring seamless integration.
- Drive innovation in secure AI, data governance, and compliance, translating complex regulatory requirements into actionable technical roadmaps.
- Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and in client engagements, positioning the Trusted Cloud offering as the market leader.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in cloud engineering, security, or AI, with a proven track record in leading large technical teams.
- Deep expertise in Google Cloud Platform, cloud security frameworks, and AI/ML deployment at scale.
- Strong understanding of German data protection laws (GDPR, BDSG) and public sector procurement processes.
- Excellent communication skills in German and English, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
- Strategic mindset, entrepreneurial spirit, and a passion for driving digital transformation in a secure environment.
Skills
software developmentsystem designproblem solving