Head of Product Data

OUR STORY: Join Scaleway and shape the sovereign cloud of tomorrow ! Since 1999, we have been designing secure, sustainable infrastructures aimed at supporting the most ambitious companies. Historically known for our dedicated servers (Dedibox), we made a strategic shift to cloud computing in 2015. Staying true to our principles of simplicity, flexibility, and technical excellence, we have become one of the leading players in Europe in the sector. With the rise of artificial intelligence, we have strengthened our commitment, supported by the Iliad Group, which is investing €3 billion to develop a serious, sovereign AI alternative to American and Asian giants. Every day, thanks to our fast-growing portfolio of cloud and AI products (bare metal, containerization, serverless, AI, etc.), Scaleway proudly serves thousands of customer across the private and public sector, from corporations like France Télévisions or Hachette Livre, to fast-growing startups like Photoroom and Biolevate, to institutions like the City of Copenhagen. Our offices are located inParis, Lille, Toulouse, Rennes, Rouen, Bordeaux and Lyon.

WHY WE NEED YOU?

Our growth is driving us to strengthen ourProduct departmentto define and execute a strategic vision for our Data product portfolio, accelerate business growth, and reinforce the competitiveness of our cloud offering.

Your mission will be toshape and drive the product strategy for Scaleway’s Data portfolio, aligning product roadmaps, strengthening product-market fit, and maximizing revenue while contributing to our broader Data and AI ambitions.

YOUR FUTURE TEAM

We work in a collaborative and international environment where the diversity of Scalers, combined with a spirit of sharing, helps bring new projects to life every day, advancing our ambitions together.

You will lead a team of7 experienced Product Managers, primarily senior profiles, working across Scaleway’s Data product portfolio. You will set a shared strategic direction, coach the team, and ensure consistent product management practices, from customer discovery to delivery and business impact.

Your scope will cover a broad range of products, including Managed Relational Databases, Managed OpenSearch, Serverless SQL Database, messaging and streaming services, Data Lab, Data Warehouse, Cockpit observability, and Data Orchestrator.

You will work closely with the Head of Product AI, Sales, Product Marketing, Engineering, and other business teams to build a coherent Data and AI strategy and support Scaleway’s growth.

YOUR DAILY ROUTINE

• Define and execute the product strategy for Scaleway’s Data portfolio, ensuring alignment across products and teams.
• Establish a clear strategic vision for the Data tribe and align individual product strategies with shared business objectives.
• Challenge and support Product Managers in defining their product vision, priorities, and roadmaps.
• Partner with the Head of Product AI to develop a coherent Data and AI strategy.
• Drive best practices in product management, including customer discovery, customer-centricity, delivery excellence, product-market fit, and impact-driven decision-making.
• Identify growth opportunities, optimize product positioning, and maximize revenue across the portfolio.
• Work with Product Marketing to define competitive pricing strategies and strengthen product differentiation.
• Support a sales-led approach by regularly engaging with customers and prospects to understand their needs and identify business opportunities.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Sales, Product Marketing, and senior leadership to align priorities and drive cross-functional initiatives.
• Coach and develop a team of 7 experienced Product Managers, supporting their career growth and strengthening the Product department’s collective impact.

HARDSKILLS

• Extensive product management experience:10+ years in Product Management, with significant experience defining and executing product strategy.
• Leadership experience:Proven experience leading and developing Product Managers, ideally senior or principal-level professionals.
• Data product expertise:Strong understanding of the Data ecosystem, with deep technical expertise in at least one major area, such as SQL/NoSQL/vector databases, messaging and queuing systems, large-scale analytics, or data streaming frameworks.
• Cloud and infrastructure knowledge:Experience in cloud computing, B2B infrastructure SaaS, or open-source Data technologies.
• Distributed systems expertise:Strong understanding of scalability, resilience, security, and compliance requirements, including GDPR, data sovereignty, and relevant certifications such as ISO and SecNumCloud.
• Business acumen:Ability to identify growth opportunities, optimize pricing and positioning, strengthen product-market fit, and drive revenue.
• Strategic thinking:Ability to build a long-term product vision, align multiple roadmaps, and translate strategy into measurable business outcomes.

SOFTSKILLS

• Leadership and coaching:Ability to empower experienced Product Managers, support their career development, and foster a high-performing team.
• Stakeholder management:Strong diplomacy, facilitation, and communication skills to align diverse stakeholders and navigate complex decisions.
• Structured and methodical approach:Rigorous prioritization, clear decision-making, and disciplined execution.
• Collaborative mindset:Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively across Product, Engineering, Sales, and executive teams.
• Customer and business orientation:Ability to connect customer needs, sales opportunities, product decisions, and business impact.
• Humility and team spirit:A collaborative leadership style that values collective success, constructive challenge, and shared ownership.

WHAT YOU WILL FIND AT SCALEWAY ++++

Hybrid work:We offer up to 3 days of remote work per week.

Offices:Our offices are spacious, dynamic workspaces with bold design, conveniently located near public transport. Most of our offices feature outdoor spaces (terraces) and bike parking facilities.

Dining:Our chef provides a healthy meal service at the headquarters, and breakfast is available across all our sites year-round. Scalers working from regional sites enjoy a Swile card for lunches.

Well-being commitments:Whether it’s access to a gym, daycare places, or discounted services for caring services, Scaleway is committed to supporting Scalers in maintaining a balanced life.

International environment:With dozens of nationalities, Scaleway offers a stimulating environment where English is as widely spoken as French.

Career & Mobility:Our managers value internal mobility, and opportunities to transition to other entities within the Iliad Group are accessible to all Scalers.

Why join the Scaleway adventure ?

✔ A rich and diverse product offering: Scaleway offers over 100 public cloud products in IaaS, PaaS, and AI.

✔ A cutting-edge technical environment: Scaleway provides modern infrastructures, including high-performance bare metal servers, to tackle exciting technical challenges.

✔ Commitment to responsible cloud: Scaleway is dedicated to a more responsible cloud, with data centers powered solely by renewable energy since 2017, minimizing our ecological footprint and holding top-level certification.

THE NEXT STEPS …

• HR interviewto discuss your background, motivations, and expectations.
• Interview with SVP of Productto explore your experience, leadership approach, and vision for Data products.
• Use caseto assess your strategic thinking, product judgment, and approach to real-world challenges.
• Engineering interviewto discuss technical expertise and collaboration with engineering teams.
• Final discussion with CEOto deepen the discussion and assess your fit with Scaleway’s ambitions.