Vice President, Government Affairs

CoreWeave is the AI Hyperscaler™, delivering a cloud platform of cutting edge services powering the next wave of AI. Our technology provides enterprises and leading AI labs with the most performant, efficient and resilient solutions for accelerated computing. Since 2017, CoreWeave has operated a growing footprint of data centers covering every region of the US and across Europe. CoreWeave was ranked as one of the TIME100 most influential companies of 2024.

As the leader in the industry, we thrive in an environment where adaptability and resilience are key. Our culture offers career-defining opportunities for those who excel amid change and challenge. If you’re someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys solving complex problems, and is eager to make a significant impact, CoreWeave is the place for you. Join us, and be part of a team solving some of the most exciting challenges in the industry.  

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About the Role:

CoreWeave is seeking a Vice President for Government Affairs. If you are an experienced Government Affairs Professional with extensive knowledge of the legislative and regulatory processes with a background in technology policy, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career in a cutting-edge industry and contribute to our growth and success.

We seek a Government Affairs professional to build the company’s infrastructure necessary to expand the company’s presence in Washington, DC and in the States and shape policy that could impact the company’s business.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the company’s lead representative in Washington, DC.
• Build the company’s Federal Government Affairs infrastructure necessary to participate in the legislative and regulatory processes at the highest levels.
•  Begin to develop a State Governmental Affairs Infrastructure capable of communicating with local and state elected officials representing jurisdictions in which the company's facilities are located. 
• Develop and recommend a strategy for CoreWeave to participate in the elections process.
• Oversee a system to continuously monitor and analyze proposed State and Federal AI and technology policy legislation, regulations, and policies and assess their impact on the company’s business. 
• Supervise the preparation of regular reports, both in written form and verbally to Management and General Counsel, on AI, technology policy and other potential issues which will affect the company’s business on a regular basis and work across the company to recommend and develop  company responses.
• Develop and implement a strategy to communicate and advocate company positions to Government officials and other stakeholders.
• Advocate for the company's interests while fostering positive relationships with policymakers.
• Develop systems to ensure efforts to monitor and analyze policies in the UK and European countries which will affect CoreWeave, and positions taken and advocated on such issues are consistent across the US and Europe.
• Work with the legal department to oversee and coordinate responses to governmental inquiries in the US, UK, and EU.
• Coordinate the company’s efforts across all company departments to ensure a consistent approach to government affairs, and regulatory compliance.
• Build and nurture relationships with key stakeholders.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders, external counsel, business partners, and external  stakeholders to determine the direction of future AI and Technology policy at the State and Federal level.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A minimum of 15 to 20 years of experience in government affairs and public policy.
• Extensive knowledge of the legislative and regulatory processes.
• Experience working in the legislative and/or executive branch of Government.
• A background in and knowledge of technology policy is preferred.
• Contacts with House and Senate Committee staff with jurisdiction over technology policy.
• Contacts with Federal Agencies with jurisdiction over technology policy.
• Management experience.
• Ability to interact with Senior Executives.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex ideas to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively and build relationships with internal teams, external partners, and government officials.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities with attention to detail.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $275,000-$310,000. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

What We Offer

The range we’ve posted represents the typical compensation range for this role. To determine actual compensation, we review the market rate for each candidate which can include a variety of factors. These include qualifications, experience, interview performance, and location.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits to support your needs, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance - 100% paid for by CoreWeave
• Company-paid Life Insurance 
• Voluntary supplemental life insurance 
• Short and long-term disability insurance 
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement 
• Mental Wellness Benefits through Spring Health 
• Family-Forming support provided by Carrot
• Paid Parental Leave 
• Flexible, full-service childcare support with Kinside
• 401(k) with a generous employer match
• Flexible PTO
• Catered lunch each day in our office and data center locations
• A casual work environment
• A work culture focused on innovative disruption

Our Workplace

At CoreWeave, we are committed to operating as a hybrid workplace, offering employees flexibility in how they structure their time between in-office and remote work. We recognize the significance of fostering connections, collaboration, and creativity within our office culture and its positive impact on our business. Our philosophy operating as a hybrid workplace underscores our dedication to enabling employees to tailor work-life balance to their individual preferences.

For those who do not live within 30 miles of one of our offices, we are open to considering remote work for candidates whose skills and experience strongly align with the role. While we prioritize a hybrid work environment for most roles, we understand the importance of flexibility and are open to remote work for specific positions and specialized skill sets. Onboarding is essential to your success. New employees not based out of an office will be invited to attend onboarding training at one of our hubs within their first month of employment. We continue to foster a collaborative environment by bringing teams together quarterly.

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CoreWeave is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace. All qualified applicants and candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

As part of this commitment and consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), CoreWeave will ensure that qualified applicants and candidates with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact: careers@coreweave.com.