Full-Time
Architect – Systems Engineering
Infrastructure
Updated on 9/3/2026
Weil, Gotshal & Manges
1,001-5,000 employees
Global law firm with corporate services
Compensation Overview
$175k - $225k/yr
New York, NY, USA
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- 15+ years of experience in information technology, 10+ years of experience in engineering, and 5+ years of experience in a technical subject matter area.
- Expert understanding of virtualization and hyperconverged technologies, specifically Nutanix.
- Expert understanding of implementing proper health and status monitoring for mission-critical systems.
- Expert understanding of networking, including routing, switching, and packet-trace analysis.
- Expert understanding of encryption and security best practices and methods.
- Solid understanding of NAS/SAN technologies and virtualized storage.
- Solid understanding of PowerShell and general scripting.
- Expert understanding of cloud architecture and design across Azure and AWS, including identity and access management, landing zones, and hybrid connectivity.
- Ability to define cross-domain reference architectures, technical standards, and technology roadmaps that guide engineering teams.
- Ability to lead technology selection and vendor evaluation while balancing technical, security, and business requirements.
- Proven experience with large enterprise-scale environments.
- Proven ability to learn new technologies.
- Proven success in leading projects.
- Proven focus on customer service and business-oriented thinking.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, physics, or a similar field.
- Research, evaluate, and recommend technical solutions to address business challenges.
- Architect, engineer, and deploy technical solutions to production, including detailed architectural design documentation, standards, and reference architectures.
- Transition systems from engineering to operations by providing documentation and training to technical staff.
- Lead technical projects and subprojects across the department.
- Serve as a subject matter expert and internal consultant to other technical staff and groups.
- Serve as the top-level responsible party for escalated support, working directly with external vendors and consultants to resolve issues.
- Maintain the confidentiality of all Firm and client matters.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by management.
Weil, Gotshal & Manges offers legal services across corporate, litigation, restructuring, tax, and executive compensation & benefits, supported by about 1,100 lawyers on three continents. It serves clients worldwide, handling transactional work, regulatory matters, disputes, and complex restructurings. Its long-standing geographic footprint and deep practice areas enable it to serve clients wherever they do business. Its goal is to provide reliable legal counsel that helps clients navigate complex commercial and regulatory challenges and advance their strategic objectives.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
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Headquarters
Schenectady, New York
Founded
1931
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Weil advised over 25 LME transactions in 2026, totaling more than $35 billion liabilities.
- February 2026 and August 2026 hiring streaks show active investment in growth practices.
- 2026 promotions and lateral adds strengthen banking, tax, and private equity pipelines.
What critics are saying
- August 2026 WSJ reported star private-equity partners exploring exits to Paul Weiss and Simpson Thacher.
- Weil's reputation depends on restructuring cycles; a slowdown after 2026 weakens utilization quickly.
- Barry Wolf retires in 2027; leadership handoff can trigger client and partner defections.
What makes Weil, Gotshal & Manges unique
- Since 1931, Weil built elite restructuring and private-equity benches across three continents.
- August 31, 2026, Weil added Jon Stott and Michael Hanna, deepening California PE coverage.
- July 15, 2026, Weil created a Global Chair of Restructuring, unifying cross-border execution.
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Weil accelerates Bay Area Private Equity expansion with additions of Jon Stott and Michael Hanna. August 31, 2026 SAN FRANCISCO, August 31, 2026: International law firm Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP announced today that Jonathan Stott and Michael Hanna have joined the Firm as partners in its U.S. Private Equity Group in San Francisco, further strengthening Weil's market-leading Private Equity platform in California. The addition of Jon and Michael to Weil's global Private Equity Group underscores the Firm's continued investment in one of the world's leading private equity platforms. And with their additions, Weil now has 20 partners across California who focus on advising its outstanding Private Equity client base. The Firm has been expanding strategically in California over the past several years, with the 2024 openings of its San Francisco and Los Angeles offices advancing Weil's longstanding Silicon Valley presence into two of the state's leading private equity markets. The Bay Area remains one of the world's premier markets for private equity sponsors, investment firms and innovative companies, making it a strategic focus for Weil and its clients. Jon advises private equity sponsors, alternative asset managers and operating companies on mergers and acquisitions, carve-outs, growth investments, joint ventures and other transformative transactions across industries including technology, healthcare, industrials, aerospace and financial services. Michael advises private equity sponsors and their portfolio companies on leveraged acquisitions, divestitures, mergers, joint ventures, corporate governance and other strategic transactions. "We are delighted to welcome Jon and Michael as we continue to strengthen our premier private equity platform and expand our presence in California," said Weil Executive Partner Barry Wolf. "The Bay Area is one of the world's most important private equity markets, and Jon and Michael's experience and relationships will further strengthen our ability to serve clients at the highest level." "We are highly focused on continuing to grow our Private Equity Group in the U.S. and globally with high-quality attorneys who are committed to excellence and collaboration. Jon and Michael are an exciting part of our growth strategy - they are 'go-to' advisors for many of the world's leading private equity sponsors and their portfolio companies on their most important, sophisticated matters," said Michael J. Aiello, Chairman of Weil's Corporate Department. "We have substantially expanded the scale and depth of our Private Equity Group in recent years - with the group doubling in size during my tenure - and their arrival reflects our commitment to continuing that trajectory. They strengthen our capabilities in California and further enhance our ability to serve clients across our global private equity platform." "We have built one the deepest Private Equity benches in the California market with 20 partners who focus on Private Equity clients," said Kyle Krpata, Co-Head of Weil's U.S. Private Equity Group, and Tana Ryan, the managing partner of Weil's Los Angeles office. "Jon and Michael are outstanding lawyers with deep market relationships and a collaborative and team-oriented approach to client service, which we value. They are ideal additions to our growing California platform, and we look forward to continuing to build on our momentum in this important market." Jon joins Weil from Dechert LLP, where he served as Managing Partner of the firm's San Francisco office and led its West Coast Private Equity practice. Michael joins Weil from Kirkland & Ellis LLP, where he served as a partner in the firm's Private Equity practice. "Weil has long been recognized as one of the world's premier private equity firms, and the continued investment in their Private Equity platform in California has been truly amazing to watch," Jon said. "The Firm's collaborative culture and commitment to the Bay Area make this an exciting opportunity, and I look forward to joining this outstanding team." "I'm excited to join Weil's growing private equity team in San Francisco and to be part of the Firm's continued expansion in California," Michael said. "I look forward to working with my new colleagues to help clients navigate their most significant transactions." About Weil's Private Equity practice. Weil's global Private Equity practice is recognized by the industry as being one of only a very small number of elite market leaders in this field. Our clients include many of the highest-profile private equity funds, sovereign wealth funds and pension funds, as well as family offices and other equity financial investors. Weil advises more than 300 private equity clients worldwide, ranging from middle-market buyout firms to each of the 10 largest global private equity funds and 8 of the 10 largest global private equity funds as ranked by PEI 300 2026. Our advice covers all aspects of the full life cycle of investments. About Weil. Founded in 1931, Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP has been a preeminent provider of legal services for more than 90 years. With approximately 1,200 lawyers in offices on three continents, Weil has been a pioneer in the marketplace and a first-mover in the establishment of many significant practice areas. The Firm's four departments, Corporate, Litigation, Restructuring, and Tax, Executive Compensation & Benefits, and more than two dozen practice groups are consistently recognized as leaders in their respective fields. Media Inquiries Weil Public Relations Christopher rieck. Director, Communications * +1 (212) 310-6710 Peter ottaviano. 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Cox joins Simpson Thacher as energy and infrastructure partner. Infrastructure Murray Cox will join Simpson Thacher as a partner in its energy and infrastructure practice in London. Cox joins from Weil Gotshal. He advises financial sponsors, listed companies and other institutional investors on cross-border M&A, UK and European take-privates, infrastructure... Exclusive subscriber content... Not yet a subscriber? Join TXF Limited today to continue accessing content without any restrictions Or to request access to TXF Intelligence contact TXF Limited
Weekly update - 17th august 2026. Welcome to this week's update, where we bring you the latest moves, promotions, and strategic appointments shaping the legal industry. Partner Moves Individual UK & Ireland Ashurst Perkins Coie partner Michael Burns has been hired by Vinson & Elkins as its Head of Energy and Infrastructure M&A for EMEA in London. Burns brings more than 20 years of experience advising private capital investors and corporates on energy and infrastructure transactions. Paul Hastings has added senior Restructuring Partners in London from Hogan Lovells Cadwalader and Sidley Austin, respectively, as the US firm continues its multi-practice hiring spree in the City. Bevis Metcalfe, who was Co-Chair of the Financial Restructuring group at legacy Cadwalader Wickersham & Taft prior to its merger with Hogan Lovells in July, has joined alongside Kieran Sharma, who previously led the London restructuring team at Sidley. Global law firm Ashurst Perkins Coie announces the appointment of Chris Hyde as a Partner in the Tax practice, based in London, as the firm continues to build out its corporate capabilities. Christopher is based in London and joins from Hogan Lovells Cadwalader, where he worked as a Counsel. Shoosmiths has appointed Alastair Carruthers as a Partner in its Banking & Finance team in Manchester, strengthening its asset-based lending capability in the North West and across the UK. Alastair joins from DLA Piper. Bird & Bird has appointed experienced tech patent litigator Huw Edwards as a Partner in its London Intellectual Property team. Huw joins from Nokia UK, where he worked as a Director and Head of Litigation Operations. BCLP announced that Rafi Azim-Khan will join its Global Technology, Commercial & Data practice as a Partner and has also been appointed global Co-Leader of the firm's Digital Transformation and Emerging Technology offering. Rafi will be based in both the London and San Francisco offices and will collaborate closely with the firm's Intellectual Property practice and Sports, Media and Entertainment sector group. Rafi joins from Crowell & Moring, where he worked as a Partner, Head of Digital Law and Global Co-Chair of Ad & Media Law. Global law firm Ashurst Perkins Coie announces the appointment of Mark Hendry to its Risk Advisory business in the UK, as the firm further builds out its integrated risk, legal and delivery offering in the cyber security space. Mark is based in London. Mark joins from S&W, where he worked as a Partner and Head of Risk Advisory. Akin announced that Jonny Woods is returning to the firm as Partner in London. Jonny reunites with Neil Devaney, Lois Deasey and Matt Benson, who recently rejoined the firm to lead the next generation of Akin's Band 1 ranked London Restructuring practice. Jonny joins from Weil, where he worked as a Counsel. Mishcon de Reya has announced that Robert Rhoda has joined the firm as a Partner in its Disputes department. Before joining Mishcon de Reya, Robert led the International Arbitration practice of Denton's Hong Kong. Simmons & Simmons has further enhanced its Fund Finance offering with the appointment of Partner Natalie Sharkey in its London office. Natalie joins from Reed Smith, where she worked as a Counsel. Simmons & Simmons has hired McDermott Funds Partner Jim McNally in London, continuing a recent push to build out its Funds practice. He is known for his work with hedge funds and asset managers, as well as advising activist investors on campaigns across Europe. Wright, Johnston & Mackenzie LLP (WJM) has promoted real estate expert Ellis Walls to partner. Ellis is based in Edinburgh, and joins from Davidson Chalmers Stewart, where he worked as a Solicitor. Simons Muirhead Burton hires Al Zucker to its Corporate & Finance team as a Partner. Al is based in London. Al was previously working as a freelance Consultant Solicitor with various companies. Trego Legal has hired Corporate/M&A Partner Jean-Philippe François to its Luxembourg office. Jean-Philippe joins from DSM, where he worked as a Partner. Middle East Pillsbury expands Middle East and Global Regulatory platform with addition of former Saudi Ministry of Investment Senior Legal Advisor Amal Alotaibi as a Partner in Riyadh. Amal specialises in Regulatory, Corporate and Investment Law. Bird & Bird has hired a Technology Partner from EY, along with three of his former colleagues, to launch a legal transformation team. Shahin Baghaei will lead the development of legaltech aimed at handling clients' routine work more efficiently. DAC Beachcroft has strengthened its Cyber and Data Risk practice by appointing three specialist cyber Partners from RPC. London Partners Richard Breavington and Rachel Ford have joined DAC Beachcroft alongside Bristol-based Daniel Guilfoyle from RPC, where they were Partners in the cyber and technology insurance team and Breavington was team leader. Promotions & Appointments Irwin Mitchell has promoted Katie Strong to Partner in its Court of Protection department. Katie joined Irwin Mitchell in 2016, and is based in London. Firm and Market Activity Office Openings & Closings Fieldfisher has hired former Flick Gocke Schaumburg lawyer Benny Wünschmann to lead the launch of its Berlin dispute resolution practice and marking the seventh partner to join Fieldfisher's office in the German capital. Wünschmann focuses his practice on litigation and corporate law, with an emphasis on disputes relating to corporate and transactions. Financial Results Clyde & Co's profit dipped nearly 10% in the year to 30 April 2026 against what the firm described as a 'volatile geopolitical and commercial backdrop'. Profit dipped 9.9% from £177.5m in FY25 to £160m. Revenue inched up 2% to £857m, marking the 28th consecutive year the UK firm has increased turnover. For the second consecutive year the firm did not disclose profit per equity partner. Market Commentary Simmons & Simmons has pushed newly qualified pay in Bristol above £100,000, extending its lead as the highest-paying major law firm in the city. The firm has increased Bristol NQ salaries from £96,000 to £104,000, about an 8% rise and a new record for the Bristol market. London NQs have also received a £10,000 increase, taking salaries from £120,000 to £130,000. Innovation & Culture Technology & Innovation Goodwin Procter announced Wednesday the rollout of a proprietary artificial intelligence-powered tool for venture capital financing, as first reported in Bloomberg Law. The tool is intended to be the first of several rolled out as part of a $25 million annual investment in building and buying AI tools. Weil Gotshal & Manges, Goodwin Procter, and WilmerHale have reportedly paid about $50 million ransom in total to suppress the release of data stolen in breaches. It felt like something quite significant happened this week when Anthropic - the AI giant behind Claude - announced it will start adding an invisible watermark to all outputs it generates. The move is Anthropic's response to new requirements under Article 50(2) of the EU AI Act, which says that providers of AI systems must ensure their outputs are detectable as AI generated. Despite the legislation only applying in the EU, Anthropic said it will mark Claude's outputs globally. Another legal AI startup founded in Stockholm has announced a fundraise. This time, it's Aloi, which has raised €6.1 million as it looks to expand internationally and prepare for a larger Series A later this year. The company was co-founded by CEO Johan Häger who was previously a partner and head of finance and restructuring at top Nordic firm Roschier. Mayer Brown has announced a strategic arrangement with AI-powered managed legal services provider Scissero, combining the latter's finance-focused legal workflow tools with Mayer Brown's structured products practice. The agreement will allow Mayer Brown clients to use Scissero's platform as a verification service for automated documents related to structured product issuance. This enables clients to compare their documents with Mayer Brown's approved templates and pre-agreed transaction rules.
Debevoise bags private funds partner in New York. Published on 11/08/2026 The new joiner departs from Weil, Gotshal & Manges after two years in the firm's private funds practice. International law firm Debevoise & Plimpton has welcomed private funds lawyer Karen Chao to its New York office, the firm announced yesterday on 10 August. Chao joins the investment management group as partner. Of her new role, Chao commented: "Debevoise has been a leader in the private capital space since this industry began. The firm is well known for its cohesive delivery of seamless client service to a truly marquee client base. I am eager to join the exceptional Debevoise funds platform and look forward to bringing my energy and commitment to serving the firm's clients." Chao arrives from Weil, Gotshal & Manges having spent two years with the firm as partner. Her career also includes tenures with Goodwin and Sidley Austin. Her practice centres on the formation, structuring and operation of private investment funds, in addition to firm governance and economic arrangements as well as on operational, regulatory, and other ongoing life of fund and sponsor matters. Her expertise also covers issues relating to the Investment Advisers Act and the Investment Company Act. Chao's clients comprise private equity firms and alternative asset managers. Presiding partner Peter Furci said of the latest appointment: "Debevoise continues to see strong momentum across our private capital client base, and we are investing strategically to meet the evolving needs of sponsors. That is particularly true for our marquee Investment Management practice, which has earned a market-leading reputation through decades of advising clients across fund structures, strategies and market cycles. Karen's arrival reflects our continued commitment to this important area and further strengthens our ability to support sponsors throughout the lifecycle of their businesses." Investment management group global chair Rebecca Silberstein added: "Fund sponsors today are navigating increasingly complex challenges, and seek experienced counsel who have a deep understanding of fundraising dynamics and investor needs. Karen has built an outstanding reputation as a talented funds lawyer who operates with commercial judgment and market insight. We are delighted to welcome her to the team." Related firms. Related publications.
Snell & Wilmer welcomes Daniel Ruzi to the firm. Aug 10, 2026 Snell & Wilmer is pleased to announce that Daniel Ruzi has joined the firm as an associate in its Corporate and Securities Practice Group. Ruzi represents public and private companies, private equity funds, and strategic investors in domestic and cross-border transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, restructurings, and corporate governance matters. He regularly drafts and negotiates complex transaction documents and advises clients on strategic and legal issues throughout the deal process. Known for his detail-oriented approach, Ruzi helps identify risks, structure key terms, and guide transactions to successful outcomes. Prior to joining Snell & Wilmer, Ruzi was an Associate Attorney for Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP. Ruzi received his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Columbia Law School and his Bachelor of Science (B.S.) from Indiana University Bloomington. About Snell & Wilmer. Founded in 1938, Snell & Wilmer is a full-service business law firm with more than 500 attorneys practicing in 17 locations throughout the United States and in Mexico, including Phoenix and Tucson, Arizona; Los Angeles, Orange County, Palo Alto and San Diego, California; Denver, Colorado; Washington, D.C.; Boise, Idaho; Las Vegas and Reno-Tahoe, Nevada; Albuquerque, New Mexico; Portland, Oregon; Dallas, Texas; Salt Lake City, Utah; Seattle, Washington; and Los Cabos, Mexico. The firm represents clients ranging from large, publicly traded corporations to small businesses, individuals and entrepreneurs. For more information, visit swlaw.com.