Job Description
Who you are 8+ years of legal experience–ideally through a combination of experience at innovative technology companies and top-tier law firms In-house experience as commercial counsel preferred Intellectual property and technology transactions experience a strong plus Hungry to learn about the products and use cases xAI customers need Understand the revenue-generation process and tackle legal issues with a practical, commercial-driven approach Strong sense of ownership, genuine curiosity and enthusiasm for technology, a love for being continually challenged, problem solving, and consistent sound judgment when navigating complex and ambiguous situations Strong drive to get things done Lots of gas in the tank! JD and license or qualification to practice law in California or New York Commitment to being in-office 5 days/week What the job involves As a Senior Commercial Counsel at xAI, you'll drive our commercial contracting efforts by negotiating high-value enterprise agreements and commercial contracts — primarily enterprise customer agreements for AI products and services but also for strategic partnerships, hyperscaler agreements, other technology deals, vendor agreements, and anything else in the universe! Working closely with Sales, Business Development, and Product teams, you’ll tackle complex agreements, analyze and mitigate risks, ensure compliance, and streamline processes in a fast-paced environment Expect to dive into strategic negotiations, balance legal and business priorities, and support xAI’s mission to advance AI-driven human scientific discovery Expertly draft, review, and negotiate complex technology agreements Collaborate closely with technical, product, sales, finance, and legal team members to establish commercial legal strategies that align with business objectives Design legal structures and operations that make it seamless to sell xAI’s incredible products while appropriately mitigating risks Be a Swiss Army knife: pitch in with precision for anything needed in the legal department, even if it is unfamiliar Benefits Health and wellness: Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and disability coverage Life and family: Life and AD&D insurance and fertility benefits to ensure our team’s well-being and peace of mind Flexible vacation: We work hard but avoid burn out. Take time off when you need it Visa sponsorship: We support international talent with visa sponsorship to join our team 401(k) plan: Retirement savings plan to secure your financial future