Director, Global Data Center Transactions

Cerebras; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Cerebras Systems builds the world's largest AI chip and rapidly expands its Global Data Centers team in Sunnyvale, CA. As Director, Data Center Counsel, you will own end-to-end legal strategy for data center acquisitions and digital infrastructure deals.

You will negotiate high-value contracts, shape governance, manage cross-functional risk, and advise on corporate structure while collaborating with operators, financiers, and off-takers to move strategic initiatives forward.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of direct experience with or at data center providers, neo-clouds, and/or hyperscalers on infrastructure transactions.
• Proven track record quarterbacking high-complexity, cross-functional transactions.
• Deep familiarity with compute and digital infrastructure, including technical terms related to data center ops.
• Experience with real estate/infrastructure transactions, including leases and connectivity agreements.
• J.D. and bar admission required; mix of firm and in-house experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end legal strategy for Cerebras’ data center acquisitions and other digital infrastructure transactions.
• Own the long-term legal relationship with data center operators/lessors, financing sources, and off-takers.
• Provide strategic advice on Cerebras’ corporate structure and governance to minimize risk.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to manage interdependencies and risk.

Skills

Data center transactions

Infrastructure negotiations

Cross-functional leadership

Regulatory and due diligence

Contract negotiation

J.D.

Compute infrastructure terms

Education

J.D. degree

Bar admission

Job description

Cerebras Systems builds the world's largest AI chip and rapidly expands its Global Data Centers team in Sunnyvale, CA. As Director, Data Center Counsel, you will own end-to-end legal strategy for data center acquisitions and digital infrastructure deals.

You will negotiate high-value contracts, shape governance, manage cross-functional risk, and advise on corporate structure while collaborating with operators, financiers, and off-takers to move strategic initiatives forward.