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Senior State Government Affairs Manager, Texas & Southeast

CoreWeave· Legal & Government Affairs
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Hybrid (Texas)$143k - $191k + equity + bonusfull-timePosted 2w ago

About the role

Senior State Government Affairs Manager responsible for leading state government affairs in the Southeast, with a focus on expanding CoreWeave’s data center footprint and AI infrastructure policy. Remote role based in Texas, reporting to the Director of State Government Affairs, coordinating with governors’ offices, legislators, agencies, and stakeholders to advance state-level policy and business objectives.

Responsibilities

  • Own and lead CoreWeave’s legislative and political engagement for your assigned states in the Southeast region.
  • Develop and execute state-specific engagement plans that identify key stakeholders, anticipate emerging issues, establish engagement milestones, and recommend practical courses of action and escalation paths.
  • Monitor, analyze, and interpret state legislative and regulatory developments relevant to data centers, AI infrastructure, energy policy, and economic development across the region.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with state lawmakers, staff, and key stakeholders to support CoreWeave’s state-level priorities.
  • Conduct policy research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities for CoreWeave participation in coalitions, working groups, and advocacy initiatives.
  • Coordinate with internal cross-functional stakeholders (commercial, legal, communications, operations) to ensure consistent messaging and alignment around state government objectives.
  • Represent CoreWeave at relevant hearings, industry events, and stakeholder meetings.

Qualifications

  • 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.

Skills

Required:State government affairsPublic policy analysisRelationship building/bipartisan engagementCommunication

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance - 100% paid for by CoreWeave
  • 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
Last updated Oct 7, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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