In-House Counsel, Legal

Tenstorrent is leading the industry on cutting-edge AI technology, revolutionizing performance expectations, ease of use, and cost efficiency. With AI redefining the computing paradigm, solutions must evolve to unify innovations in software models, compilers, platforms, networking, and semiconductors. Our diverse team of technologists have developed a high performance RISC-V CPU from scratch, and share a passion for AI and a deep desire to build the best AI platform possible. We value collaboration, curiosity, and a commitment to solving hard problems. We are growing our team and looking for contributors of all seniorities. Tenstorrent is looking for an exceptional In-House Counsel to play a crucial role in providing comprehensive legal advice in support of our organization across all functions. We seek someone who is adaptable, can pivot in a fast-paced startup environment, and has the ability to work cross-functionally across multiple teams while seamlessly managing competing priorities. You’ll be responsible for addressing a wide range of legal matters, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, minimizing risks for the company, acting as a trusted legal advisor across all internal business units, and representing the company with our external partners and vendors. This role is hybrid, based out of Santa Clara, CA, Boston, MA, or Austin, TX. We welcome candidates at various experience levels for this role. During the interview process, candidates will be assessed for the appropriate level, and offers will align with that level, which may differ from the one in this posting. Who You Are • You’re a builder, you think about people and processes like you’d think about system architecture. • You get your hands dirty, you're creative, and you solve problems as they come. • You have a people-first mindset and can communicate with clarity and purpose. • You own your work, end to end. No hand-holding required. What We Need • A JD degree and state bar membership with 4+ years in a law firm or in-house legal department. • Extensive experience working with startups, specifically in the semiconductor space or with chip manufacturers or suppliers. • Exceptional negotiation skills and a talent for providing solutions-oriented, practical legal advice. • The organizational skills to manage multiple simultaneous projects under deadline pressure. You'll Learn How To • Architect the legal foundation for a company building the future of computing. • Advise Leadership, Engineering, and Product teams on the novel legal issues of modern semiconductor technology. • Draft and negotiate the complex agreements that enable a global, open-hardware company to scale. • Become a trusted legal advisor, giving teams the autonomy to move fast with confidence. Compensation for all engineers at Tenstorrent ranges from $100k - $500k including base and variable compensation targets. Experience, skills, education, background and location all impact the actual offer made. Tenstorrent offers a highly competitive compensation package and benefits, and we are an equal opportunity employer. This offer of employment is contingent upon the applicant being eligible to access U.S. export-controlled technology. Due to U.S. export laws, including those codified in the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), the Company is required to ensure compliance with these laws when transferring technology to nationals of certain countries (such as EAR Country Groups D:1, E1, and E2). These requirements apply to persons located in the U.S. and all countries outside the U.S. As the position offered will have direct and/or indirect access to information, systems, or technologies subject to these laws, the offer may be contingent upon your citizenship/permanent residency status or ability to obtain prior license approval from the U.S. Commerce Department or applicable federal agency. If employment is not possible due to U.S. export laws, any offer of employment will be rescinded. Apply tot his job