Senior Counsel, Large-Scale Datacenter Infrastructure

Future Ventures; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 220,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in Bastrop, TX seeks an experienced Senior Counsel to guide legal aspects of large-scale datacenter development and related infrastructure. You will counsel on land deals, energy contracts, permitting, interconnections, and regulatory compliance for ambitious infrastructure projects.

The role involves drafting and negotiating land purchases, easements, PPAs, EPC contracts, and liaising with state and federal regulators. Onsite work location required, occasional travel may be needed.

Qualifications

• JD or foreign equivalent from ABA-accredited law school.
• Active licensed attorney in at least one U.S. state.
• 7+ years of legal experience.
• Experience in real estate, land use, and large-scale power/utility infra.
• Familiarity with Texas regulatory environment (PUC, Railroad Commission).
• Onsite Bastrop, TX; occasional travel.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal guidance on datacenter infrastructure development and supporting utilities.
• Draft and negotiate land purchases, easements, PPAs, interconnection agreements, and related documents.
• Advise on zoning, permitting, environmental reviews, interconnection, and safety requirements for infrastructure projects.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to brief regulators and permitting authorities.
• Negotiate EPC, vendor, and construction contracts for datacenter buildout and power facilities.

Skills

Legal experience

Real estate & land use

Power & utility infra

Texas regulatory familiarity

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent

Job description

SpaceX in Bastrop, TX seeks an experienced Senior Counsel to guide legal aspects of large-scale datacenter development and related infrastructure. You will counsel on land deals, energy contracts, permitting, interconnections, and regulatory compliance for ambitious infrastructure projects.

The role involves drafting and negotiating land purchases, easements, PPAs, EPC contracts, and liaising with state and federal regulators. Onsite work location required, occasional travel may be needed.