AI Native - Project Delivery Lead

<h2><strong>About PALO IT</strong></h2><p style="min-height:1.5em">At <strong>PALO IT</strong>, we don’t just build software — we invent the AI-first future of enterprises. As a global technology consultancy, our patented Gen-e²™ methodology puts AI at the core of everything we do, transforming how businesses design, deliver, and evolve digital solutions.</p><div style="min-height:1.2em;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0"> </div><p style="min-height:1.5em">We are a diverse collective of <strong>450+ AI-native professionals across 10 countries</strong>, united by our commitment to excellence, integrity, and positive impact. Proudly independent since 2009, we combine agility and global reach, pioneering the “agentic organization” model we implement for our clients.<strong><br /></strong></p><h2></h2><h2><strong>Your Mission</strong></h2><p style="min-height:1.5em">As an <strong>AI Native Project Delivery Lead</strong> within <strong>PALO IT Labs</strong> in Paris, you own end-to-end project delivery, from pre-sales engagement through to final handover, driving AI-augmented innovation and seamless execution at every phase. You will:</p><div style="min-height:1.2em;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0"> </div><ul style="min-height:1.5em"><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Ensure project transparency:</strong> Share clear KPIs with teams and clients to track progress and anticipate risks.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Lead project advancement:</strong> Maintain a clear view on requirements and milestones; unblock teams proactively.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Guarantee service quality:</strong> Support PALO IT Labs teams, relay client feedback, and facilitate resolution of blockers.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Be a trusted advisor for clients:</strong> Build strong, strategic partnerships aligned with their business goals.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Partner with account management:</strong> Oversee financial performance (P&amp;L) to secure sustainable project success.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Facilitate cross-stakeholder communication:</strong> Serve as the central contact for senior client stakeholders, internal teams, and commercial leadership.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Drive key reporting and governance:</strong> Document and share progress, risks, and decisions effectively.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Host collaborative workshops:</strong> Create alignment on objectives and working methods anchored in Gen-e²™.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Coach and uplift your Gen-e²™ delivery team:</strong> Promote continuous improvement, embed Gen-e²™ practices, and lead ceremonies (plannings, reviews, retrospectives).</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Advise clients on product management:</strong> Help define vision, optimize backlogs, and maximize delivered value.</p></li></ul><div style="min-height:1.2em;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0"> </div><h2><strong>You Are a Great Fit If</strong></h2><ul style="min-height:1.5em"><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">You are a <strong>natural leader</strong> with at least <strong>8 years of experience</strong> driving software delivery in agile and iterative contexts — from discovery to maintenance.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">You excel at <strong>setting direction, communicating with impact, organizing teams, and aligning objectives</strong> to boost efficiency and project outcomes.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">You have a <strong>deep understanding of your clients' strategic and business contexts</strong>, enabling you to anticipate needs and adopt their point of view.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">You master <strong>facilitation and dialogue</strong>, confidently engaging senior decision-makers and fostering smooth interaction across all stakeholders.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">You practice <strong>servant leadership, situational awareness, conflict resolution, empowerment, and transparency</strong> in team dynamics.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">You are comfortable stepping into <strong>Scrum Master and/or Product Owner roles</strong> when needed.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Ideally, you are passionate about <strong>Tech for Good</strong> (B Corp values), including accessibility, sustainability, and ethical AI.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">You are fluent in <strong>English</strong>; additional languages are a plus.</p></li></ul><p style="min-height:1.5em"></p><p style="min-height:1.5em">We value <strong>diverse profiles</strong> and encourage you to apply even if you don’t check every box, especially if you:</p><div style="min-height:1.2em;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0"> </div><ul style="min-height:1.5em"><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Share your expertise at conferences or in Software Craftsmanship communities.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Contribute to open source projects.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Are passionate about eco-design, social challenges, and sustainable innovation.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Engage in associations or meetups focused on humanity and environment.</p></li></ul><p style="min-height:1.5em"></p><h2><strong>What We Offer</strong></h2><ul style="min-height:1.5em"><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">A playground matching your expertise: missions chosen for their complexity, engineering excellence, and meaningful business and societal impact.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Dedicated <strong>career coaching</strong> with regular development check-ins and goal support.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">A demanding yet supportive <strong>technical community</strong>: code reviews, pair programming, mentoring to raise development craft daily.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Gen-e²™ skill ramp-up from week 1</strong>, fully integrated onboarding.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Funded <strong>Microsoft and GitHub certifications</strong>.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">From idea to impact: internal R&amp;D labs, default open source culture, tech conferences, and innovation dojos to experiment and share.</p></li></ul><div style="min-height:1.2em;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0"> </div><h3>…Plus</h3><ul style="min-height:1.5em"><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">🌍 Global career opportunities with cross-sector and multi-country missions, connecting 11 offices worldwide.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">🏠 <strong>Remote-friendly</strong> arrangements depending on project needs, alternating client sites and Paris République office for team collaboration.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">🌱 <strong>Impact Academy</strong>: training on climate, digital responsibility, and accessibility embedded in everyday practices.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">🤝 <strong>Solidarity engagements</strong>: team volunteering, skills sponsorship, and more.</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">🥗🩺 Benefits including Swile meal vouchers and Alan health insurance.</p></li></ul><h2></h2><p style="min-height:1.5em"><em><strong>At PALO IT, diversity isn’t just a value, it’s our innovation engine. As a certified B Corp, we ensure equal opportunity and assess candidates solely on skills, potential, and motivation. We welcome and celebrate all identities and backgrounds without discrimination.</strong></em></p><div style="min-height:1.2em;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0"> </div><p>Find more <a href="https://www.arbeitnow.fr/english-speaking-jobs">English Speaking Jobs in France</a> on Arbeitnow</a>