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Solutus Legal SearchSenior Counsel - Data Center & Infrastructure, SF Bay Area (remote considered) (1002-SLS)
Solutus Legal Search has been exclusively engaged to find a Senior Counsel - Data Center & Infrastructure for a rapidly expanding AI infrastructure company. Following a…
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Senior Counsel - Data Center & Infrastructure, SF Bay Area (remote considered) (1002-SLS) at Solutus Legal Search is a full-time role. Work arrangement: Remote. Location: Applicants in United States only. No salary is shown in this listing. It was posted on Sep 30, 2026. This listing is paused and not taking applications at the moment.
Job Description
Solutus Legal Search has been exclusively engaged to find a Senior Counsel - Data Center & Infrastructure for a rapidly expanding AI infrastructure company. Following a recent initial public offering, this enterprise is heavily investing in physical infrastructure and scaling its global data center footprint to handle demanding artificial intelligence workloads.
This position requires an attorney to manage the complete lifecycle of infrastructure deals, handle complex negotiations, and guide projects from the initial acquisition phase through active operation. The professional in this role will gain deep exposure to real estate, supply chain, construction, and compute infrastructure matters while directly contributing to the corporate expansion strategy.
Candidates based in the San Francisco Bay Area are preferred for this position, though remote applicants will also be evaluated. The recruitment process may incorporate artificial intelligence tools to assist the team with reviewing resumes and application materials, though ultimate hiring decisions remain entirely in human hands.
Responsibilities
- Handle the complete lifecycle of data center acquisitions and digital infrastructure deals, covering diligence, negotiation, and closing
- Negotiate capacity reservations, development contracts, connectivity agreements, colocation contracts, and powered-shell or build-to-suit leases
- Provide legal counsel on post-acquisition operations involving construction, design, supply chains, and long-lead equipment transactions
- Manage project risks, address relevant regulatory questions, and resolve disputes relating to infrastructure developments across departments
Requirements
- Possess at least six years of legal experience working directly with or at hyperscalers, neo-clouds, or data center operators on infrastructure transactions
- Demonstrate fluency in technical concepts related to hardware specifications, compute infrastructure, power and utilities needs, supply chains, long-lead equipment, and facility operations
- Bring practical negotiation background regarding physical infrastructure or real estate contracts
- Hold a J.D. degree and maintain an active bar admission
Qualifications
- Possess a blended background of experience at prominent law firms and in-house legal departments
Core Skills
Benefits
- Annual base salary range between $189,000 and $231,000
- Discretionary performance bonus
- Substantial equity grant
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Where is this job located?
Candidates located in the San Francisco Bay Area are preferred, but remote applicants are also considered by the employer.
What is the salary and benefits package for this position?
The annual base salary ranges from $189,000 to $231,000, and the compensation package also includes a bonus and a substantial equity grant.
What level of experience is required to apply?
Applicants must have a J.D. with an active bar admission and at least six years of direct legal experience working on infrastructure transactions with data center providers, hyperscalers, or neo-clouds.
How can I submit my application?
Resumes must be submitted through Solutus Legal Search, as direct submissions to the client will be routed back to Solutus for review.
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