Public Policy Lead (Tapestry)

## About the team

Tapestry is Alphabet’s moonshot for the electric grid, working at the frontier where energy’s complexity meets AI’s potential. We were born at X, the innovation lab responsible for breakthrough technologies like Waymo, Verily and Google Brain.

To keep pace with humanity’s growing energy needs, the world needs a grid that is visible and understandable. We provide that clarity by building advanced, AI-enabled analytical and planning tools that allow the entire energy ecosystem to plan smarter, move faster, and operate more efficiently—ensuring electricity remains reliable and affordable for everyone.

This is a global effort. Tapestry is proud to support partners in the U.S., U.K., Chile, New Zealand, Australia and Brazil as they build a cleaner, more resilient energy future.

Joining Tapestry allows you to do the best work of your life as part of a multidisciplinary team of experts in AI, energy systems, software engineering and product design—all collaborating to reshape energy on a global scale. If you want to tackle problems that matter and build tools with real impact, we would love to meet you. Learn more about our team and our mission [here].

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## About the role

We are seeking an exceptionally qualified professional to assume the role of **Lead, Public Policy**. This pivotal position is responsible for the comprehensive development, strategic counsel, and direct execution of Tapestry’s public policy agenda, with a focus on the intersection between the U.S. energy and AI sectors.

The individual selected will function as the organization’s senior policy representative, operating as a highly autonomous individual contributor responsible for all policy output. Success in this role demands deep, current subject matter expertise in energy policy, coupled with an essential and proven track record of advocacy derived from substantial experience within the private sector.

A fundamental requirement for this role is establishing and maintaining an active presence in **Washington D.C.** to ensure continuous, high-impact engagement with the policy ecosystem. This position reports to the company’s Head of Communications and Public Affairs.

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## How you’ll make 10x impact:

* **Strategic Advocacy and Influence:** Develop and execute advanced public policy strategies designed to shape legislative and regulatory outcomes across Federal and state levels. Proactively engage with policymakers, Congressional offices, and industry bodies.
* **Policy Analysis and Counsel:** Systematically monitor, analyze, and prioritize policy and regulatory developments impacting the company, specifically within the energy and AI landscapes.
* **External Stakeholder Engagement:** Cultivate and steward high-level relationships with government officials, trade associations, non-profit organizations, and academic institutions.
* **Content Development and Communications:** Author high-quality, persuasive policy briefs, white papers, legislative language, and testimony.
* **Operational Execution:** Function as the principal operator for the policy portfolio, managing all aspects of work from strategy formulation to direct representation.
* **Corporate Alignment:** Serve as the critical interface with Google’s Government Affairs and Public Policy (GAPP) team to ensure strategic alignment.

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## What you should have:

* **Experience:** At least 10 years of progressively responsible professional experience in public policy or government relations.
* **Private Sector Advocacy:** A minimum of 3 years of direct private sector advocacy experience is required.
* **Subject Matter Expertise:** Demonstrated fluency in US energy and utilities public policy.
* **Location:** Required to be resident and maintain an active professional presence in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area.
* **Senior Individual Contributor:** Proven track record of operating independently and executing both tactical and strategic elements without dedicated staff management.
* **Gravitas:** The professional acumen necessary to represent the organization before high-level government officials and members of Congress.
* **Communication:** Superior written and verbal communication skills with acute political and strategic judgment.

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## It would be great if you had these:

* Advanced degree (e.g., Master’s in Public Policy, Juris Doctor, or a relevant discipline).
* Prior experience managing external counsel, lobbyists, and policy advisors.
* Familiarity with the structural and operational characteristics of US Regional Transmission Organizations (RTOs/ISOs) or state Public Utility Commissions.
* Experience in high-growth, technically driven organizations (technology or software sector).

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## Our values

* **Take charge:** We take initiative and own outcomes that move the mission forward.
* **Transform with purpose:** We build solutions that solve real problems and create meaningful impact.
* **Be a Tapestry, not a thread:** We collaborate across diverse skills and perspectives to achieve more than we can individually.
* **Always fine-tune:** We stay curious, seek feedback, and refine our understanding as we learn.
* **Stay grounded:** We listen openly, value different perspectives, and stay focused on what matters most.

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## What we offer

A culture that supports growth, ownership, and meaningful impact, along with:

* Competitive salary and equity
* Medical, dental, and vision coverage
* Generous PTO and flexible hybrid work model
* 401(k) with employer contribution
* Professional development
* The ability to work on important real-world problems within an Alphabet-backed environment

**Salary Range:** The US base salary range for this full-time position is **$181,000 – $242,000 + bonus + equity + benefits**. Final pay is determined by location, skills, experience, and training.

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