About the role
Baseten is a company that supports essential AI inference for prominent AI organizations, focusing on the Compute team which handles the acquisition and financing of the infrastructure needed for deploying AI models. This team is responsible for managing significant and intricate agreements related to compute capacity, which are vital for the company's expansion and operational success. The position is located in San Francisco and offers a hybrid work setup.
The role involves leading the financial evaluation and strategic planning of substantial compute and infrastructure deals, including long-term capacity agreements and data center projects. Responsibilities include creating comprehensive financial models, developing deal frameworks that optimize cost and risk, and overseeing thorough assessments involving various internal teams and external collaborators. The position requires frequent interaction with senior executives and monitoring industry trends to guide investment decisions.
Ideal candidates will have extensive background in corporate finance, private equity, infrastructure investment, or similar fields, with strong expertise in financial analysis and transaction management. A keen interest in the economics of AI infrastructure is essential, along with the ability to navigate a dynamic and evolving environment independently. Experience related to digital infrastructure or cloud services is advantageous. Baseten provides competitive pay, equity options, robust benefits, and values diversity and inclusion in its workforce.