Government Relations Manager, AI

About this role

Lead Stripe’s advocacy on AI infrastructure and technology policy, working with government officials to advance practical policies that support innovation while addressing security, privacy, and misuse concerns. The role combines AI-policy expertise, government relations, and cross-functional strategic work.

About the company

Stripe provides payment infrastructure and financial tools that help businesses accept payments, manage subscriptions, and move money globally. It serves startups through large enterprises with APIs for online and in-person commerce.

The team

Washington, DC Government Relations & Public Affairs team

Stack

What you'll do

• Build trusted relationships with congressional offices and administration officials across political parties.
• Analyze AI-related legislation, regulations, and guidance, and develop advocacy plans.
• Assess policy risks involving national security, export restrictions, and cross-border data.
• Coordinate with product, engineering, legal, privacy, security, and communications teams.
• Write policy recommendations, regulatory submissions, meeting briefs, and executive materials.

What we're looking for

• At least 8 years of relevant government, public policy, government relations, or technology advocacy experience, including AI-related work.
• Track record influencing federal policy and moving proposals from analysis to action.
• Credibility and relationship-building skills with officials across differing views.
• Technical fluency in foundation models, inference, APIs, model selection, and open-weight ecosystems.
• Strong policy judgment, communication, collaboration, and decision-focused writing skills.
• Ability to work in the Washington, DC area and travel as needed.

Nice to have

• Experience in AI infrastructure, cloud services, or financial technology.

Benefits

• Equity may be included.
• Company bonus may be included.
• 401(k), medical, dental, and vision benefits, and wellness stipends may be included.