Corporate Development, Compute Transactions

Anthropic•San Francisco, CA

45d•$250,000 - $310,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As a key member of the Capital Markets & Corporate Development team at Anthropic, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the evolution of our compute financing strategy during a critical period of growth at Anthropic. You'll help lead capital formation for compute investments, manage partnerships with hyperscalers and other key suppliers, explore areas including powered land and data center capacity and develop innovative financing strategies. Working closely with our Finance, Compute, and Legal teams, you'll help ensure Anthropic has the compute needed to fulfill our mission of building reliable, interpretable, and steerable AI systems. In this role, you'll leverage your expertise across capital markets, financial strategy, and infrastructure finance to identify opportunities that align with our long-term vision. The ideal candidate brings a sophisticated understanding of financial markets, strong analytical capabilities, and knowledge of the nuances of scaled compute deployments.

Requirements

Have 5-10 years of experience across investment banking, private equity, venture capital, or corporate development roles
Possess deep knowledge of capital markets, financial instruments, and transaction structures
Have a proven track record of successfully executing capital raises, investments, or M&A transactions
Demonstrate exceptional financial modeling and analytical capabilities
Are a strategic thinker who can connect financial decisions to long-term organizational goals
Have excellent communication skills and can effectively engage with diverse stakeholders including investors, executives, and technical teams
Thrive in fast-paced environments and can manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
Show sound judgment when evaluating risks and opportunities in ambiguous situations
Are passionate about AI safety and align with Anthropic's mission to develop AI systems that are reliable, interpretable, and steerable

Nice To Haves

Have experience in technology or AI-related industries, with a specific focus on scaled compute, data centers, or related areas
Possess advanced degrees in finance, business, or related fields
Have experience with both public and private market transactions
Demonstrate knowledge of AI research and development landscapes
Show intellectual curiosity about the technical aspects of AI safety and alignment
Have a strong professional network in relevant investment communities
Bring experience working in high-growth, mission-driven organizations

Responsibilities

Structure and negotiate compute financing arrangements, working with hyperscaler partners AWS, Google Cloud
Design and execute innovative financing structures for scaled AI infrastructure
Lead due diligence on compute partnerships, investments, and financings
Evaluate potential transactions including hyperscaler partnerships, data center acquisition/leasing, and AI accelerator purchases
Prepare and present recommendations to leadership on optimal compute financing structures, deal terms, and partnership agreements
Help develop and refine Anthropic's overall compute financing strategy in collaboration with senior leadership