WEKA is transforming how organizations build, run, and scale AI and accelerated compute workflows with NeuralMesh™, our intelligent, adaptive mesh storage system. Unlike traditional data infrastructures, which become more fragile as compute environments grow and performance demands increase, NeuralMesh becomes faster, stronger, and more efficient as it scales, providing a flexible, adaptable foundation for enterprise and agentic AI innovation that maximizes GPU utilization, accelerates time to first token, and lowers the cost of innovation.
WEKA is a pre-IPO, growth-stage company backed by world-class venture capital investors and AI infrastructure industry leaders. Our technology, purpose-built for AI, has garnered over 140 patents and is trusted by more than 30% of Fortune 50 enterprises, as well as the world’s leading hyperscalers, neoclouds, and AI innovators. Our team is customer-obsessed and works accountably, boldly, and collaboratively to ensure their success. If we sound like your kind of people, join us!
About The Role
WEKA is seeking a seasoned Vice President of Legal to lead our legal function. This is a high-impact, hands-on leadership role ideal for a pragmatic legal leader with deep commercial expertise and the agility to operate in a high-growth, rapidly evolving environment.
This role will be responsible for overseeing all legal matters at WEKA—from structuring complex commercial deals to navigating compliance in global markets and preparing for public company readiness. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of private and public company experience, a bias for action, and a passion for enabling business success through sound legal strategy.
What You’ll Be Working On
- Serve as the primary legal advisor to WEKA’s executive team, providing strategic guidance across the business.
- Lead all commercial legal matters globally, including:
- Structuring and negotiating a wide range of agreements (reseller, OEM, CSP, ELA, strategic alliances, etc.)
- Supporting enterprise customer and partner negotiations in collaboration with Sales, Finance, and Operations teams.
- Build and scale WEKA’s legal function, including selecting and managing outside counsel.
- Partner cross-functionally to ensure compliance with laws and regulations across key areas such as data privacy, employment, corporate governance, and securities law.
- Support the company’s corporate governance and board processes.
- Play a key role in preparing WEKA for IPO readiness and public company operations.
Qualifications
- Proven track‑record as the senior‑most attorney for an organization— has previously led the entire legal function (e.g., VP Legal, General Counsel, Chief Legal Officer, Head of Legal) with full strategic, operational, budgetary, and people leadership responsibility rather than serving in a deputy or specialist capacity.
- Extensive commercial legal experience in the enterprise software, cloud infrastructure, or related technology sectors.
- Proven track record negotiating complex commercial deals (e.g., CSPs, OEMs, ELAs, reseller/partner agreements, etc.).
- Experience supporting both private and public companies, ideally in a high-growth environment.
- Deep understanding of regulatory and compliance issues relevant to a global tech company.
- A strategic thinker with strong business acumen and the ability to operate as a true business partner.
- Comfortable rolling up sleeves to build systems and processes from the ground up.
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
- JD degree and active license to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
How We Work: The WEKA Way
- We are Accountable: We take full ownership, always–even when things don’t go as planned. We lead with integrity, show up with responsibility & ownership, and hold ourselves and each other to the highest standards.
- We are Brave: We question the status quo, push boundaries, and take smart risks when needed. We welcome challenges and embrace debates as opportunities for growth, turning courage into fuel for innovation.
- We are Collaborative: True collaboration isn’t only about working together. It’s about lifting one another up to succeed collectively. We are team-oriented and we communicate with empathy and respect. We challenge each other and conduct positive conflict resolution. We are being transparent about our goals and the results we achieve. Together, we’re unstoppable.
- We are Customer Centric: Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We actively listen and prioritize the success of our customers, and every decision we make is driven by how we can better serve, support, and empower them to succeed. When our customers win, we win.
USA Residents Only: The salary range for this position which the Company reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position in the specified geographic areas or locations, is $180,000-300,000. Final compensation will be dependent on various factors relevant to the position and candidate such as geographical location, candidate qualifications, certifications, relevant job-related work experience, education, skillset and other relevant business and organizational factors, consistent with applicable law. In addition, the position may include some of the following comprehensive benefits such Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401(K), Flexible Time off (FTO), sick time, leave of absence as per the FMLA and other relevant leave laws.
Concerned you don’t meet every qualification? Don’t let it stop you from applying!
Studies have shown that traditionally underrepresented groups may be less likely to apply for jobs if they don’t meet every qualification specified. WEKA is committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you are excited about this position but are concerned your past work experience doesn’t match up perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway – you may be just the right candidate for this or other roles at WEKA.
WEKA is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
