Senior State Government Affairs Manager, Texas & Southeast

Role description

Role Overview

The Senior State Government Affairs Manager will lead state government affairs across assigned states, influencing legislative outcomes impacting CoreWeave's ability to grow and operate. The role combines deep policy analysis, relationship building, and strategic execution, with a focus on expanding CoreWeave's data center footprint growth and supporting economic development through AI innovation.

What You Will Do

The Senior Manager will own and lead CoreWeave's legislative and political engagement for assigned states in the Southeast region, developing and executing state-specific engagement plans, monitoring and analyzing state legislative and regulatory developments, and building and maintaining strong relationships with state lawmakers and stakeholders.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will be proactive, commercially minded, and able to build coalitions, identify opportunities, and translate policy analysis into business outcomes. They will thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and be eager to make a significant impact.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, or a related field
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive professional experience in multi-state government affairs, legislative affairs, or a closely related policy role
• Deep understanding of state legislative and regulatory processes and how they translate to business outcomes
• Proven track record of building and managing bipartisan relationships with government officials and policymakers
• Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex policy information
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to tailor messaging for different audiences
• Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple initiatives simultaneously, and drive projects to completion
• Comfort with ambiguity and ability to operate in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Demonstrated ability to execute strategies within a collaborative team structure

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary supplemental life insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Ability to Participate in Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
• Mental Wellness Benefits through Spring Health
• Family-Forming support provided by Carrot
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible, full-service childcare support with Kinside
• 401(k) with a generous employer match
• Flexible PTO
• Catered lunch each day in our office and data center locations
• A casual work environment
• A work culture focused on innovative disruption