VP - Head of State Policy (AI)

TL;DR

VP - Head of State Policy (AI): spearheading engagement with state governments across the U.S. to support growth and infrastructure development with an accent on government relations and regulatory landscapes. Focus on driving site selection, securing policy wins for AI infrastructure, and building high-level partnerships with governors and legislators.

Location: US

Salary: $260,000 - $440,000 USD

Company

Nscale is a GPU cloud provider engineered for AI, offering high-performance infrastructure for AI start-ups and large enterprise customers.

What you will do

• Develop and execute a proactive state government affairs roadmap to accelerate growth and infrastructure investment.
• Cultivate partnerships with governors, legislators, energy regulators, and economic development officials.
• Drive site selection and market expansion through strategic government engagement.
• Influence legislative and regulatory landscapes regarding AI infrastructure, data centers, energy reliability, and tax policy.
• Identify and leverage state-level incentives, grants, and workforce initiatives.
• Advise senior leadership on political and regulatory dynamics to inform national strategy.

Requirements

• Significant experience in state government affairs, public policy, or economic development.
• Deep understanding of state legislative, regulatory, and political processes.
• Proven track record of engaging directly with governors' offices and state legislatures.
• Experience supporting large-scale infrastructure, energy, or technology projects (AI, data centers, or telco preferred).
• Must be based in the US.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive base salary with potential for bonuses, equity, and commission.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible paid time off and parental leave.
• Retirement plan participation.
• Culture centered on relentless innovation, ownership, and transparency.