Director, Government Affairs (AI)

TL;DR

Director, Government Affairs (AI): Leading relationship architecture with Congress, the Administration, and federal agencies to advance hirify.global's agenda on AI and cloud infrastructure with an accent on legislative outcomes and regulatory navigation. Focus on converting relationships into concrete outcomes on legislation, procurement, and compliance.

Location: Washington, DC. Hybrid environment prioritized; remote work may be considered for candidates located more than 30 miles from an office.

Salary: $180,000 – $264,000

Company

hirify.global is the essential cloud for AI, providing a high-performance platform of technology and tools that enables innovators to build and scale AI with confidence.

What you will do

• Lead a disciplined engagement cadence with priority federal committees and agencies.
• Advance company positions on responsible AI, privacy alignment, cloud security, and procurement pathways.
• Build hirify.global's profile as an expert voice on AI infrastructure and national competitiveness.
• Translate federal policy developments, executive actions, and budget decisions into actionable intelligence for business teams.
• Support political planning and events in coordination with Legal and compliance partners.

Requirements

• 15+ years of experience in federal government affairs, public policy, or administration within technology or infrastructure sectors.
• Proven track record of advancing legislative and regulatory priorities, including drafting testimony and legislative language.
• Established relationships with key Congressional committees, federal agencies, and Administration stakeholders.
• Bachelor's degree required; MBA or J.D. strongly preferred.
• Must be a U.S. person (citizen, national, lawful permanent resident/green card holder, refugee, or asylee) to comply with export control regulations.

Nice to have

• Experience with federal procurement processes and appropriations cycles.
• Experience shaping technology policy narratives in national media environments.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive insurance: 100% paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Financial security: 401(k) with generous employer match and Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP).
• Well-being: Mental wellness benefits via Spring Health and family-forming support through Carrot.
• Work-life balance: Flexible PTO and paid parental leave.
• Office perks: Catered lunch daily at office and data center locations.