Head of Federal Policy

About Base

Base is building the foundation of American power. The grid is the largest, most complex machine in the world. Yet it’s aging, struggling to keep up with today’s demand, and is unprepared for our electrified future.

Base is modernizing the grid as the first engineering-led, technology-driven power company. We’re deploying a nationwide network of distributed batteries that strengthens critical infrastructure and saves Americans money.

Our team of engineers, operators, creatives, technicians, and electricians design and deploy systems at speed. If you want to tackle the problem that will define this century and shape the future of American energy, now is the time. Join us.

About the Role

As Head of Federal Policy, you’ll shape the national policy landscape to advance our mission. You’ll drive advocacy efforts at the federal level, engaging with policymakers, regulators, and industry stakeholders to promote policies that support distributed energy resources, grid resilience, merit-based utility incentive structures, and domestic manufacturing and supply chain. This role requires policy expertise, strategic vision, and a passion for transforming the energy sector.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and lead a federal policy strategy to advance Base’s mission.

• Build and maintain relationships with the National Energy Dominance Council, federal agencies (e.g., DOE, FERC), Congress, and industry groups to advocate for policies that enable our business success.

• Monitor and analyze federal legislative and regulatory developments relevant to Base, providing insights and suggested actions to leadership on risks, opportunities, and emerging trends.

• Represent Base in national coalitions, congressional hearings, and stakeholder forums to promote policies that enhance energy reliability, affordability, and sustainability.

• Collaborate with internal teams (legal, operations, product, engineering) to align federal policy initiatives with business objectives and customer needs.

• Draft policy proposals, briefs, and testimony to influence federal decision-makers and position Base as a thought leader on energy abundance, reliability, and affordability.

• Anticipate and navigate federal policy shifts, ensuring Base remains agile in a dynamic regulatory environment.

What You’ll Bring

• 7+ years of experience in energy policy, government relations, or federal advocacy; startup or high-growth company experience preferred.

• Proven track record of influencing policy outcomes, ideally in energy, utilities, or technology sectors.

• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into persuasive policy arguments.

• Strong network within energy and federal policy circles.

• An entrepreneurial mindset that thrives in ambiguity, moves fast, and prioritizes impact over perfection.

• Passion for our work and a commitment to building a more reliable grid for all.

Our Values

We’re building a winning culture and we’re looking for people who are up for the challenge. Here’s what we expect from day one:

• In-Person Only: We work full-time in the office. No hybrid. No remote.

• Challenge the Status Quo: Question assumptions. Fix broken systems. Principles > rules.

• Move Fast: Focus on what matters, act quickly, and learn by doing.

• Give & Get Feedback: Be direct, be humble. Challenge ideas–including your own.

• Own the Outcome: Take full responsibility. Deliver results. No excuses.

• Act Like an Owner: Be resourceful, mindful of impact, and committed to the business.

• Be Decisive: Drive clarity. Make bold calls with imperfect info.

• Bring the Intensity: This is not a 9-to-5. We're building something hard which requires real commitment.