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xAI · 16 hours ago

Commercial Counsel, Government Contracts

Palo Alto, CA

Contract

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$240K/yr - $300K/yr

8+ years exp

xAI is focused on creating AI systems that aid humanity in understanding the universe. As a Commercial Counsel with a focus on government contracts, you will provide strategic legal advice to support the company's growth in the public sector, ensuring compliance and efficient execution of government opportunities.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Foundational AIGenerative AIInformation TechnologyMachine Learning

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a wide range of government contracts, including software licenses, SaaS agreements, services contracts, teaming agreements, and subcontracts

Advise on compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), agency-specific supplements, and other procurement rules

Provide counsel on bid protests, claims, disputes, audits, investigations, and regulatory inquiries related to government contracts

Support proposal preparation, including reviewing RFPs/RFIs, assessing risks, and ensuring compliance in submissions

Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, product, engineering, finance, and compliance teams to structure deals that align with business objectives while mitigating legal risks

Advise on related issues such as intellectual property ownership and licensing, data rights, privacy, cybersecurity requirements (e.g., CMMC), export controls, conflicts of interest, and ethics compliance

Develop and maintain contract templates, playbooks, policies, and training materials to improve and scale government contracting processes

Monitor changes in government contracting laws and regulations and provide proactive guidance to the business

Qualification

Government contracts lawFAR/DFARS complianceCommercial negotiation skillsDrafting complex contractsFederal procurement processesAnalytical skillsPrioritization skillsPassion for technologyWriting skillsCommunication skills

Required

J.D. from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing in at least one U.S. state bar (California or District of Columbia preferred)

8+ years of relevant experience in government contracts law, gained at a top law firm, in-house at a technology company, and/or in government (a mix is ideal)

Substantial experience drafting and negotiating complex government contracts, with a strong understanding of FAR/DFARS compliance, cost accounting standards, and socioeconomic requirements

Proven track record advising on federal procurement processes, including GSA schedules, OTAs, and other innovative contracting vehicles

Excellent analytical, writing, and communication skills, with the ability to provide clear, practical advice to non-legal stakeholders

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, high-growth environment and propose creative solutions to novel challenges

Passion for technology, AI, and mission-driven work