Commercial Counsel

SpaceXAI's mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity.

We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands-on and contribute directly to the company's mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence.

Work ethic, prioritization, and strong communication skills are important. Team members are expected to concisely and accurately share knowledge with teammates.

About the Role

As a Commercial Counsel at xAI, you will drive commercial contracting efforts by negotiating high-value enterprise agreements and commercial contracts, including enterprise customer agreements for AI products and services, strategic partnerships, hyperscaler agreements, technology deals, and vendor agreements.

Working closely with Sales, Business Development, and Product teams, you will manage complex agreements, mitigate risks, ensure compliance, streamline processes, and support AI-driven scientific discovery initiatives. This role is full-time on-site and based in Palo Alto, Los Angeles, Austin, or New York.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate complex technology agreements.
• Collaborate with technical, product, sales, finance, and legal teams to establish commercial legal strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Design legal structures and operations that support product sales while mitigating risks.
• Support broader legal department initiatives across various subject areas.

Required Qualifications

• 6+ years of legal experience, ideally across technology companies and top-tier law firms.
• In-house experience as commercial counsel preferred.
• Experience with intellectual property and technology transactions preferred.
• Understanding of revenue-generation processes and practical commercial legal strategy.
• Strong ownership mindset, curiosity about technology, and sound judgment in complex situations.
• Strong execution and problem-solving skills.
• JD and license or qualification to practice law in California or New York.
• Commitment to working in-office 5 days per week.

Annual Salary Range

$200,000 - $230,000 USD

Benefits

• Equity compensation
• Medical, vision, and dental coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Short 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 a U.S. citizen, national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, asylee, or otherwise eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations.

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