Who We Are
Galaxy is a global leader in digital assets and data center infrastructure, delivering solutions that accelerate progress in finance and artificial intelligence. We believe that blockchain and digital asset innovation will transform how value moves through the world – and we’re building the products and services to make that future a reality.
Our institutional digital assets platform spans trading, investment banking, asset management, staking, self-custody, and tokenization technology. We also invest in and operate cutting-edge data center infrastructure to power AI and high-performance computing, addressing the growing demand for scalable energy and compute in the U.S.
We work at the intersection of finance and technology, helping institutions, startups, and developers navigate a digitally native economy. Led by CEO and Founder Michael Novogratz, our team blends deep crypto expertise with institutional experience and a shared commitment to shaping the future of Web3 and AI.
Galaxy is headquartered in New York City, with offices across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
To learn more about our businesses and products, visit www.galaxy.com.
What We Value
We are a diverse team of free thinkers, and fast movers united to help investors and creators energize the global economy. We are looking for individuals who thrive in a culture of builders and overachievers and embrace high performance, transparent feedback, and a mission-first approach. Our culture shapes our way of working and gets us where we want to be.
- Seek Excellence.
- Be Selective To Be Effective.
- Be Highly Aligned, Loosely Coupled.
- Disagree Transparently.
- Encourage Independent Decision-Making.
- Build Dream Teams.
Who You Are
Galaxy Digital is looking for a Policy Associate to help build and lead our policy function covering AI infrastructure and AI governance. Reporting directly to the Head of Policy, this person will be a thought leader and operator, shaping Galaxy's policy positions, driving government engagement, and standing up a policy capability in a fast-moving space.
This role will be based in Washington, DC.
What You’ll Do
- Support the Head of Policy in developing regulatory and legislative strategy on AI data center policy, including engagement across AI infrastructure, siting, energy procurement, and governance issues.
- Track, analyze, and forecast federal and state-level policy developments affecting AI infrastructure, including legislation, regulations, and incentive programs, with a primary focus on Texas and expanding coverage as Galaxy's data center footprint grows.
- Support development of Galaxy's positions on AI data centers and AI governance policy through research, drafting, and direct engagement with federal agencies, Congress, and relevant regulatory bodies.
- Build and maintain relationships with policymakers, regulators, industry coalitions, and key stakeholders, including state legislators, governors' offices, public utility commissions, and economic development agencies, to advance Galaxy's interests on AI policy.
- Monitor permitting processes, local utilities, and political and regulatory developments in target markets, and flag risks and opportunities for internal teams.
- Represent Galaxy in policy forums, trade associations, and industry roundtables as directed by the Head of Policy.
- Draft policy briefings, comment letters, testimony, and advocacy materials for government officials and senior internal leadership.
- Advise internal stakeholders and external partners on emerging AI policy developments and their business implications.
- Embrace and champion the thoughtful adoption of AI to improve team performance and business outcomes.
- Leverage AI tools (e.g., generative AI, automation platforms, data copilots) to improve productivity, decision-making, and output quality in your day-to-day work.
What We’re Looking For
- 4+ years of policy experience, with significant exposure to energy, technology, or infrastructure policy at the federal or state level.
- Experience in Congress, a federal or state regulatory agency, or a policy-focused role at a data center, or energy company strongly preferred.
- Deep familiarity with AI policy debates, including data center infrastructure, energy permitting, and AI governance frameworks.
- Proven ability to build policy functions or lead significant policy initiatives with limited infrastructure; a self-starter who thrives in ambiguity.
- Existing relationships with relevant policymakers, regulators, and industry stakeholders in the AI and technology space.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complex technical and policy topics for senior executives and government audiences.
- Comfortable operating across federal and state levels simultaneously, with the agility to track and respond to policy developments across multiple jurisdictions.
What We Offer
- Competitive base salary and discretionary bonus
- Hybrid/Flexible Working Arrangements
- Flexible Time Off (paid)
- 3% 401(k) company contribution
- Company-paid health and protective benefits for employees, partners, and other dependents
- Generous paid Parental Leave
- Competitive family planning benefits for US employees
- Opportunities to learn about the Crypto industry
- Smart, entrepreneurial, and fun colleagues
- Free daily snacks and weekly breakfasts/lunches
- Employee Resource Groups
- Free coaching and counseling sessions through Headspace
Apply now and join us on our mission to engineer a new economic paradigm.
The base salary ranges included below will be commensurate with candidate experience, expertise and local market. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors, including candidate experience and expertise. At Galaxy, we maintain a total compensation philosophy which consists of a competitive base salary, annual bonus, and equity incentives.
Base Salary Range
$125,000—$150,000 USD
Galaxy respects diversity and seeks to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and job applicants for employment without regard to actual or perceived age, race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital or partnership or caregiver status, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military or veteran status, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.
We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete the application process or to participate in an interview, please contact careers@galaxy.com.
