Chief Technology Officer (CTO) - Deep Tech R&D - Switzerland, Martigny-Ville

Chief Technology Officer (CTO)– Deep Tech R&D Switzerland (Valais)— Relocation from France planned for Fall 2026

About the Company INAUTALENT is partnering with a pioneering deep tech R&D company currently based in the French Alps, operating at the cutting edge of applied fundamental physics.

Working at the intersection of

relativity and quantum mechanics , the company is developing breakthrough technologies with the potential to redefine

energy production and propulsion systems .

In collaboration with leading international academic institutions, the organization is driven by a bold ambition: transform fundamental scientific discoveries into real-world, high-impact technologies addressing global environmental challenges.

The company will relocate to Valais (Switzerland). Depending on your start date, you may initially be based in France.

The Opportunity This is not a traditional CTO role.

We are looking for a

technical leader and organizational builder

who can bring structure, speed, and execution to a highly ambitious scientific environment.

You will take a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers and

scale it into a world-class R&D organization , capable of turning bold theoretical concepts into

working prototypes .

You will work directly with leadership to shape the company’s trajectory—bridging

scientific vision and operational execution .

Your Mission

Lead and scale a multidisciplinary team (engineers, physicists, hybrid profiles)

Build the structure, processes, and governance of a high-performing R&D organization

Define and execute the technology and product roadmap

Drive projects from early-stage research to prototype (TRL 0–5)

Establish KPIs, tools, and operating frameworks to improve execution

Accelerate delivery while maintaining scientific rigor

Develop and mentor future technical leaders

Foster a culture of

ownership, excellence, and accountability

Partner closely with founders and leadership to align vision and execution

What You Bring Technical Background

Strong engineering foundation (exposure to applied physics is a strong plus)

Engineering-driven mindset (vs. purely theoretical profile)

Experience in hardware and advanced technology development, ideally in areas such as:

RF systems (Radio Frequency)

Plasma physics

High-voltage systems

Quantum vacuum / field theory

Electromechanical systems

Proven ability to operate in complex, cutting‑edge scientific environments

Strong expertise in

applied technology and product development

Leadership&Execution

Proven experience in senior technical leadership roles (CTO, Head of Engineering, Director…)

Track record of managing and scaling technical teams (15+ people)

Experience structuring R&D organizations (processes, roles, governance)

Ability to build and evolve organizations in high‑growth environments

You are known for your ability to:

Bring

structure and clarity

to fast-moving, ambiguous environments

Drive

execution and delivery at pace

Coach and elevate experienced engineers and technical contributors

Challenge scientific assumptions with a pragmatic, inventive mindset

Translate bold ideas into

clear, actionable roadmaps

Leadership Style

Strong, credible leadership capable of engaging highly technical teams

Ability to introduce structure

without limiting innovation

Highly execution-focused and results-driven

High standards for quality, rigor, and performance

Comfortable navigating uncertainty while providing direction

Excellent communication with senior scientific stakeholders

Collaborative mindset, especially with founders and executive leadership

You are a

pragmatic visionary : able to turn complex, ambitious ideas into tangible outcomes.

Why This Role Work on

first-principles scientific challenges

with real-world impact

Build and shape a

deep tech organization from the ground up

Operate at the frontier of physics and engineering

Contribute to technologies that could redefine

energy and propulsion

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