France has long been a hub for new innovation. Through strategic investment and economic support, France has nurtured many of the top technology companies that have become globally recognized. Below are some of the large companies currently operating in France, continuing to grow and employing the country's top technology talent.
The biggest French tech companies you need to know about
Dassault Systèmes Capgemini Datadog BlaBlaCar Soitec
France's largest technology company
Dassault Systèmes is a French software company with over 20,000 employees and the developer of the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, a virtual sandbox where companies can design proofs of concept for new innovations before committing resources to manufacturing them. Dassault Systèmes is headquartered outside Paris.
Capgemini is a leading IT provider with a presence in over 50 countries. The company's services include cloud computing, cyber security, and generative AI product development. Capgemini employs over 300,000 people.
Datadog is a leading company in the cloud security space, employing technology experts from around the world. The company's leading platform provides digital security and monitoring, helping businesses monitor their entire IT architecture while protecting themselves from cyber threats. Datadog partners with big names like Samsung, Sony, and Uber Freight.
BlaBlaCar offers ridesharing in 21 European countries. The company differentiates itself from competitors by matching customers with other passengers going to the same destination and allowing them to share rides. BlaBlaCar also helps passengers book public transport.
Soitec is a key player in the semiconductor industry. The company does not develop chipsets, but produces the materials used in their production. The company holds over 4,000 patents for products used in the production of semiconductors for smartphones, computers, IT servers and cars.
