
General Counsel
AE Studio seeks a General Counsel to build and scale its in-house legal function. Responsibilities include shaping outcome-based commercial deals, supporting incoming research grants, structuring collaborations with government agencies, labs, and universities, and owning IP, NDAs, vendor agreements, employment, and corporate governance. JD and active California bar membership required (exceptions considered); strong experience in commercial technology/AI matters and judgment from substantial in-house or firm training expected. Role may start fractional/consulting and convert to full-time; full-time base salary range $225,000–$300,000 plus variable compensation and equity.