Executive Recruiter at Lambda | San Francisco

As a Senior Counsel specializing in Commercial Law, you will play a pivotal role at lambda, providing expert legal advice and strategic guidance on a variety of commercial transactions. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and drive business objectives. Your expertise in contract negotiation, corporate governance, and regulatory matters will be invaluable as you support our growth initiatives.

At Lambda, The Superintelligence Cloud, we are at the forefront of AI cloud infrastructure, empowering tens of thousands of clients ranging from innovative AI researchers to large enterprises and hyperscalers. Our mission is to make computing as accessible as electricity, providing everyone with the extraordinary capabilities of superintelligence, one person, one GPU.Join us in our quest to build the world's premier AI cloud platform.*Note: This role requires presence in both our San Francisco and San Jose offices for a total of 4 days each week.We are looking for a highly skilled Controller to lead and expand our accounting functions during a critical growth phase. Reporting directly to the Chief Accounting Officer, you will play a vital leadership role in establishing a top-tier controllership function that supports our rapidly growing multi-billion-dollar AI infrastructure platform.As Lambda continues to enhance its GPU cloud services, enterprise contracts, and capital-intensive data center infrastructure, you will ensure accounting excellence and operational rigor aligned with our long-term strategic goals. The Controller will apply strong judgment, extensive operational expertise, and the capability to develop systems, processes, and teams that meet public-company standards.This is a hands-on leadership role for someone eager to build, elevate, and modernize a high-performing accounting organization within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

lambda is seeking a Network Engineer to join the team in the San Francisco office on Fremont St. This role centers on designing, implementing, and maintaining the company’s network infrastructure. Collaboration with teams across the organization is a key part of the work, with a focus on optimizing network performance and maintaining security standards. Role overview The Network Engineer will take an active role in shaping and supporting the network systems that power lambda’s services. The position involves hands-on work with infrastructure, as well as regular interaction with colleagues from different departments to address technical needs and challenges. What you will do Design and implement network solutions that meet company requirements Maintain and monitor network infrastructure for reliability and security Work with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal system performance Work environment This is an onsite position based in San Francisco. The team values innovation and encourages forward-thinking approaches to technology and problem solving. The environment is active and collaborative, supporting lambda’s mission to deliver high-quality services to clients.

Lambda, recognized as a pioneer in AI cloud infrastructure, is at the forefront of transforming technology for organizations globally. Serving a diverse clientele from AI researchers to large enterprises and hyperscalers, our mission is to democratize access to compute power, making it as essential as electricity. Join us in creating the most advanced AI cloud platform, where one person can harness the potential of a single GPU.This role requires physical presence in our San Francisco or San Jose office for four days each week, with Tuesday designated as a work-from-home day.The OpportunityWe are in search of a Head of Corporate Strategy to be a vital strategic partner to the SVP of Commercial Strategy and our senior leadership team. As we rapidly expand in GPU cloud, data center infrastructure, and AI systems, we need an experienced strategist capable of independently managing Lambda's corporate strategy function. This role involves synthesizing market intelligence, competitive dynamics, and internal data into actionable strategic choices while spearheading cross-functional initiatives from inception through execution. The position will provide high visibility to the CEO and C-suite.What You'll DoLead Corporate Strategy & Long-Range PlanningOversee Lambda's strategic planning process, integrating insights from commercial, product, finance, and operations into a unified corporate strategy.Identify and evaluate emerging opportunities in AI infrastructure and GPU cloud markets, creating strategic frameworks for investment and partnership decisions.Conduct competitive intelligence analysis, monitoring hyperscalers, co-location providers, and AI-native challengers, translating findings into actionable recommendations for executives.Collaborate with the CFO and finance team to align the strategic plan with financial models and capital allocation priorities.Drive Executive Communication & Stakeholder AlignmentProduce board-level strategy materials and decision-support documents for the CEO.Facilitate alignment among senior leadership on strategic priorities, establishing clear frameworks to resolve competing interests.

Lambda, a pioneer in AI cloud infrastructure, empowers thousands of customers from innovative AI researchers to large enterprises and hyperscalers. Our goal is to democratize access to computational power, making it as fundamental as electricity. Join us in our mission to provide superintelligence to all.As a Senior Human Resources Generalist, you will significantly enhance our HR operations, ensuring a high-quality service that supports our growing workforce. This role is pivotal in maintaining HRIS data integrity, automating workflows, and refining HR processes for efficiency and scalability.

About DecagonDecagon is a pioneering conversational AI platform dedicated to enabling every brand to deliver unparalleled concierge customer experiences.Our innovative technology empowers industry-leading enterprises such as Avis Budget Group, Block’s Cash App and Square, Chime, Oura Health, and Hunter Douglas to implement AI agents that facilitate personalized and deeply engaging interactions across voice, chat, email, SMS, and numerous other channels.We are committed to redefining customer experiences, moving from traditional support tickets and hold music to quicker resolutions, richer conversations, and stronger relationships. Our vision is supported by top-tier investors including a16z, Accel, Bain Capital Ventures, Coatue, Index Ventures, and others who share our aspirations.As an in-office company, we thrive on a shared commitment to excellence and speed. Our core values—Just Get It Done, Invent What Customers Want, Winner’s Mindset, and The Polymath Principle—guide our teamwork and growth.About the RoleWe are seeking a seasoned Commercial Counsel to join Decagon and play a crucial role in establishing the legal framework for our rapidly expanding AI enterprise. As a vital early addition to our team, you will collaborate with legal professionals who are trusted partners to various departments including Sales, Security, Product, and Leadership. Your contributions will range from negotiating intricate enterprise SaaS agreements to optimizing contract operations, thus significantly enhancing revenue, safeguarding the business, and developing scalable legal infrastructure from the ground up.In this role, you will:Participate in reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements, collaborating across departments to balance legal risks with business outcomes, while tailoring your advice according to the context and stage of each deal.Cultivate strong relationships within the company, serving as a solutions-oriented partner to provide guidance to sales teams grounded in our technology, market standards, and your expertise.Define excellence within a legal team in a fast-paced startup environment—establishing working norms and processes to deliver top-tier service.Design, update, and enforce policies and controls governing Decagon’s contracting processes.Evolve with the team as Decagon grows, remaining open to embracing new challenges beyond the scope of Commercial legal when appropriate.

Join Lambda, a pioneer in AI cloud infrastructure, where we empower countless customers ranging from AI researchers to large enterprises and hyperscalers. Our mission is to democratize access to superintelligence, making compute as essential as electricity. If you're passionate about revolutionizing the AI cloud landscape, we invite you to be part of our journey.*Note: This position mandates in-office presence at our San Jose or San Francisco locations for four days a week; our designated remote workday is Tuesday.Our Operations team is integral to delivering a seamless AI Infrastructure-as-a-Service (AI-IaaS) experience. This team is responsible for sourcing infrastructure and components, overseeing daily data center operations to ensure optimal performance, and facilitating cross-company coordination through product management to align operational capabilities with strategic objectives. By managing the entire lifecycle from procurement to deployment, our Operations team guarantees that our AI-driven infrastructure is robust, scalable, and aligned with our business priorities.Key ResponsibilitiesOversee large-scale GPU cluster deployments across data center colocation sites nationwide.Collaborate closely with Data Center engineering and operations to ensure the accurate deployment of infrastructure requirements.Advance multiple concurrent projects, evaluating risks and monitoring progress.Proactively manage dependencies and foresee/resolve execution challenges.Engage with a diverse range of cross-functional stakeholders, including Product, Engineering, and Operations, to ensure effective project execution and adherence to SLAs.Communicate progress and status updates with internal stakeholders and customer groups across various locations and time zones.Interact with stakeholders at all levels to resolve technical and scheduling issues.Cultivate strong partnerships across Lambda while leveraging your credibility and technical expertise to foster process improvements and efficiencies.Contribute to the development and expansion of new business opportunities.

Why join usAt Brex, we are revolutionizing the finance landscape by empowering companies to manage their finances with unparalleled efficiency. Our platform merges global corporate cards and banking with cutting-edge spend management, bill payment, and travel software, allowing founders and finance teams to accelerate their operations, maintain real-time visibility, and effortlessly control their spending. Our AI-driven automation and exceptional service remove the burden of manual expense and accounting tasks, enabling our clients to focus on what truly matters. We proudly support tens of thousands of leading companies, including DoorDash, Coinbase, Robinhood, Zoom, Plaid, Reddit, and SeatGeek.Joining Brex means pushing boundaries, challenging conventional thinking, and collaborating with some of the industry's brightest minds. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse team and an inclusive culture, where your aspirations are limited only by your imagination. We provide you with the tools, resources, and support necessary to advance your career.Legal at BrexThe Legal team plays a crucial role in supporting our company's responsible growth while advocating for Brex and the countless growing businesses we serve. We offer strategic advice and guidance across all Brex teams, ensuring we protect the company, manage risks, and represent Brex in external negotiations with partners and regulators. Navigating the complexities of the financial system in a highly regulated environment requires creativity and resourcefulness, and we welcome this challenge.Your RoleAs a Commercial Counsel at Brex, you will be an integral part of the Legal team, involved in negotiating and supporting revenue-generating agreements that empower Brex's sales, partnerships, and go-to-market strategies. You will also negotiate and provide counsel on vendor and procurement agreements, facilitating efficient and secure operations across the organization. Managing a high volume of commercial transactions, you will drive deal velocity while carefully navigating risk within a dynamic fintech landscape. You will offer clear and practical legal guidance on issues arising from commercial transactions and work closely with various teams, including sales, deal desk, partnerships, privacy, procurement, security, product, and engineering. Additionally, you will contribute to the ongoing development of Brex's commercial legal resources, such as playbooks, templates, policies, and workflows, enhancing consistency and supporting scalable growth. Throughout your work, you will balance risk management with business objectives and be a reliable partner to the business.Work EnvironmentThis position is based in our vibrant San Francisco office. We operate in a hybrid environment that combines remote and in-office work.

As a Procurement Commercial Counsel at Asana, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our procurement strategies and managing legal risks associated with vendor contracts. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and optimize our procurement processes. Your expertise will contribute to our mission of helping teams work together more effectively.

Role Overview Sigma Computing is hiring a Corporate Counsel - Commercial to join the legal team in San Francisco, CA. This in-person role reports directly to the General Counsel. The position calls for strong judgment, careful risk assessment, and close attention to detail. Key Responsibilities Draft and negotiate technology transactions, including: Sales and related agreements (master subscription agreements, data processing agreements, order forms, and non-disclosure agreements) Alliance agreements with third-party partners Cloud infrastructure contracts (such as agreements with AWS, Azure, GCP, and others) Consulting and independent service agreements Conduct legal and regulatory due diligence in international jurisdictions where Sigma Computing plans to enter into technology agreements. Work with cross-functional teams to ensure agreements follow internal corporate policies and processes, and secure approvals from stakeholders to support business goals. Provide legal and commercial support for existing contracts, including assistance with dispute resolution. Offer practical legal advice on a range of legal and business matters to internal teams. Location This position is based on-site in San Francisco, CA.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Counsel to join our dynamic legal team at Column. In this role, you will be pivotal in providing legal guidance on commercial agreements and strategic partnerships. You will collaborate with various departments to ensure our business operations align with legal requirements and best practices.The ideal candidate will possess exceptional analytical skills, a strong background in commercial law, and the ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly to non-legal stakeholders. You will also be responsible for negotiating contracts, advising on compliance matters, and mitigating legal risks.

Lyft is hiring a Counsel for its Product & Commercial Legal Team in San Francisco. This attorney will focus on Lyft’s rideshare and safety programs, with a particular emphasis on safety initiatives, driver issues, and public policy. Role Overview This position works closely with teams across the company, including Safety & Customer Care, Risk Management, Driver Operations, Rider Services, Policy Advocacy, and Marketing. The legal work is varied and often addresses new challenges in the rideshare industry. Expect to handle matters that require both creative problem-solving and sound legal judgment. What You Will Do Advise on legal issues related to Lyft’s safety programs and driver support Help shape public policy and respond to regulatory developments Work with cross-functional partners to address legal risks and support business goals Provide practical guidance in situations with evolving or ambiguous legal frameworks What Sets You Up for Success Strong relationship-building skills across teams and functions Comfort with ambiguity and shifting priorities Experience managing legal risk in a changing environment Ability to offer clear, actionable legal advice Lyft values a workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute. The company seeks candidates who are proactive, collaborative, and ready to help shape the future of rideshare safety.

Role overview OpenAI seeks a Senior Counsel, Commercial (Hardware) to shape legal strategy for hardware development and procurement. Based in San Francisco, this position centers on commercial transactions that influence OpenAI’s technology initiatives. What you will do Advise on a variety of commercial agreements tied to hardware projects and supply chains Negotiate contracts with vendors and partners Guide the company through complex regulatory requirements in the hardware sector Protect OpenAI’s interests while maintaining compliance with relevant laws Requirements Significant experience in technology law Proven track record negotiating hardware-related agreements Skill in managing legal risk within a rapidly changing industry This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with a team driving progress in AI and hardware innovation.

As a member of the Superhuman team, you will be required to work in person at least 2 days a week, and candidates must be located in the San Francisco Bay Area or New York City.About SuperhumanGrammarly is now part of Superhuman, an innovative AI productivity platform dedicated to unlocking the superhuman potential in everyone. Our suite of applications enhances productivity by integrating AI across over 1 million applications and websites. Our products include Grammarly's advanced writing assistance, Coda's collaborative workspaces, Mail's efficient inbox management, and Go, the proactive AI assistant that understands context to deliver automated support. Since our founding in 2009, Superhuman has empowered over 40 million individuals, 50,000 organizations, and 3,000 educational institutions globally, enabling them to eliminate busywork and focus on what truly matters. Discover more at superhuman.com.The OpportunityIn the role of Senior Product Counsel on the Product, Privacy, and Policy Legal Team, you will:Serve as the primary legal advisor for teams developing Superhuman's next generation of products and features.Guide stakeholders from Product, Design, Marketing, and Engineering throughout the entire product lifecycle, from concept to launch and beyond.Simplify and advocate for legal topics and reviews.Identify and mitigate product, regulatory, privacy, and other legal risks, particularly concerning our AI offerings.Devise creative strategies for addressing legal challenges and establish scalable processes for managing risk.Stay abreast of evolving legal and regulatory changes in AI and SaaS, providing advice to internal teams.Become an authority on AI legal issues and help shape AI legal policy positions.Manage aspects of our intellectual property portfolio.Assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements related to product capabilities and IP.Conduct training sessions on relevant legal topics.Support regulatory engagements as necessary.

Join Lambda, Inc. as a Senior Storage Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and maintaining robust storage solutions. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to optimize storage performance and ensure data integrity. Your expertise will be crucial in enhancing our storage architecture to meet the growing demands of our clients.

Join our innovative team at Lambda as a Senior Software Engineer specializing in API development. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your extensive technical expertise to design, implement, and optimize robust APIs that enhance our software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products that meet our customers' needs.

lambda is hiring a Senior Business Systems Architect with expertise in Enterprise Performance Management (EPM). This position is located at the San Francisco office and focuses on building systems that drive operational efficiency and support company strategy. Role overview This architect role centers on designing and implementing business systems for EPM. The work involves aligning technology solutions with organizational goals and supporting process improvement across the business. What you will do Design business systems specifically for EPM requirements Implement solutions that enhance operational processes Participate in strategic decision-making for technology and process direction Location This role is based in the San Francisco office.

Legal Counsel - Full Time, ESOPAbout the RoleWe are seeking our inaugural Legal Counsel to establish and lead our legal operations from the ground up. As our first legal hire, you will collaborate closely with leadership and various departments, assuming responsibility for all legal matters with a strong commercial emphasis.In this pivotal role, you will shape and scale legal functions at a fast-paced, international AI startup. You will serve as the primary legal resource for all inquiries at AudioStack, handling commercial contracts, employment issues, intellectual property, compliance, and global data privacy.This position is ideal for an entrepreneurial individual with a commercial mindset, eager to make a significant impact within a high-growth startup environment.About AudioStackAudioStack is at the forefront of AI-driven audio production infrastructure. If you are passionate about the convergence of AI, voice technology, and audio (including audio advertisements, dynamic content, and podcasting), and are ready to leverage your legal expertise within an innovative SaaS company, this opportunity is for you!We operate as an API-first, Audio-as-a-Service organization with a mission to transform the global audio creation landscape. Our diverse team spans across California, London, Barcelona, and New York, and we are experiencing rapid growth.What You'll Do Lead the review, negotiation, and execution of all commercial agreements (licensing, partnerships, NDAs, etc.) Develop scalable contract templates and streamlined processes to enhance deal velocity while managing risk Act as AudioStack’s Legal Counsel, providing guidance on corporate governance, investment matters, and employment law Create and oversee internal legal documentation and contract management systems Formulate and enforce compliance policies, including those related to AI ethics, GDPR, and the Data Protection Act 2018 Advise on data privacy across multiple jurisdictions (UK, EU, US) as both data controller and processor Stay informed about the evolving regulatory landscape surrounding generative AI and intellectual property, proactively advising on risk management Engage with external bodies, regulators, and policy stakeholders to influence future AI legislation Requirements Qualified commercial counsel with experience from a leading law firm 5–10+ years of legal expertise, preferably within a startup or scaleup environment Proficient in commercial law with a proven track record of swiftly closing complex agreements Knowledge of US and EU legal frameworks, especially in privacy, commercial contracts, AI, and intellectual property A generalist approach, with enthusiasm for exploring new areas such as employment law and intellectual property Strong interest in technology, AI, or industries with significant intellectual property Pragmatic, proactive, and business-oriented, with a hands-on approach to legal challenges

Join Perplexity, a pioneering AI company, as a Commercial Counsel, where you will play a pivotal role in our Legal team. In this dynamic position, you will take ownership of the entire commercial legal lifecycle. You'll draft, negotiate, and finalize a diverse array of agreements across partnerships, procurement, infrastructure, and licensing. Your efforts will help build scalable legal infrastructures that empower our business to operate swiftly while managing risks effectively. Collaborating closely with teams in product, engineering, security, finance, and sales, you'll facilitate deal closure, bolster our data security and compliance measures, and provide trusted legal advice on unique AI-related legal challenges. We seek an experienced attorney with a proven track record in negotiating commercial technology agreements, a robust understanding of data privacy and security frameworks, and the ability to make sound risk assessments independently. This hands-on, high-impact role is ideal for candidates who thrive in fast-paced environments and who are eager to contribute to establishing a top-tier legal function at one of the most significant AI firms globally.