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July 14, 2026
Senior Employment Counsel
Senior • On-site
176,004 - 264,000 USD/yr
Palo Alto, CA
SpaceXAI's mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. The team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. Employees are expected to be hands-on, contribute directly to the mission, and communicate clearly with teammates.
Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for xAI's compliance program for state and federal employment laws, including meal periods, rest breaks, bonuses, benefits, timekeeping, payroll, discrimination, and harassment
- Work closely with HR and other organizations to develop policies and procedures related to accommodations, leaves of absence, onboarding, and drug and alcohol programs
- Conduct regular audits of compliance programs, policies, and procedures and track corrective actions
- Provide legal counsel on employment separation matters, job classifications, background checks, and recruiting
- Draft and deliver legal training for people leaders
- Manage OFCCP compliance reports and similar filings
- Advise Benefits on legal compliance and review contracts related to company benefits
- Monitor labor, employment, and benefits law developments and recommend policy changes
- Draft and update the Employee Handbook
- Manage additional assigned projects
Basic Qualifications
- JD from an ABA accredited school
- 10+ years of employment law experience
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Excellent academic record from a top tier law school
- Relevant experience with a major law firm or corporation
- Experience with AAP preparation and/or OFCCP compliance evaluations
- Experience counseling clients with significant domestic manufacturing operations
- Experience counseling clients with significant international operations
- Experience with California employment law
- Demonstrated skill in providing legal training to business team members
- Clear and concise communication skills
- Ability to manage diverse projects with changing priorities
- Solution-oriented thinking and communication
- Strong problem-solving skills
Additional Requirements
- Willingness to travel up to 10% of the time
- Must be admitted to the bar in at least one U.S. state
- Position is based onsite in Palo Alto, CA
- Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed
Compensation and Benefits
- $176,000 - $264,000 USD base salary
- Equity compensation
- Medical, vision, and dental coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Additional discounts and perks
ITAR Requirements
Applicants must comply with U.S. Government export regulations and must be eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
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New York, NY
129,996 - 234,996 USD/yr
🏢 Summary: Opportunity for an exceptional software engineer to work on high-priority AI product and technical challenges in a hands-on, fast-paced environment focused on truth-seeking AI. The role offers direct impact, a meritocratic culture, and clarity on the initial project before hiring. 🗂️ Requirements: Exceptional software engineering skills, Strong communication skills, Ability to work hands-on in a flat organizational structure, Strong prioritization and work ethic, Interest in truth-seeking AI, Ability to thrive in meritocratic environments 📃 Skills: AI, Software, Engineering 🏢 Description: ABOUT THE ROLE: You will work on the most critical product or technical challenge at any given time. You will get clarity on your first project before an offer. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: You believe truth-seeking AI is the most important and challenging problem. You take pride in your work and thrive in meritocratic environments. You are an exceptional software engineer. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: $180,000 - $440,000 USD Base salary is just one part of the total rewards package, which also includes equity, comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and various other discounts and perks. Equal opportunity employer. For details on data processing, view the Recruitment Privacy Notice.