Legal Counsel • Senior

Who you are

You are an experienced commercial attorney with over 7 years of relevant transactional experience, particularly in professional services within complex technology transactions. You have a strong background in negotiating professional services terms as part of SaaS commercial transactions, and you possess deep knowledge of legal issues related to data privacy, information security, and intellectual property. Your ability to cultivate strong relationships with field sales teams allows you to provide sound, strategic counsel that supports ongoing go-to-market efforts. You are adept at balancing and mitigating risk for the company while enabling rapid revenue growth.

Desirable

Experience in artificial intelligence and its legal implications would be a significant asset. You are familiar with the nuances of technology transactions and have a proactive approach to updating legal agreements to align with internal policies and market demands. Your strong communication skills enable you to articulate complex legal concepts clearly to non-legal stakeholders, fostering collaboration across departments.

What you'll do

As a Senior Counsel at Databricks, you will join a growing go-to-market legal team responsible for reviewing and negotiating customer and partner agreements globally. Your role will involve providing legal support for revenue-generating activities, ensuring that all agreements are compliant with applicable laws and regulations. You will work closely with sales teams to understand their needs and provide legal guidance that facilitates their efforts while protecting the company's interests. You will also be responsible for maintaining and updating legal agreements, particularly those related to professional services, to ensure they are positioned to support rapid revenue growth.

In this role, you will engage in complex negotiations, leveraging your expertise to navigate challenging legal landscapes. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, product, and compliance, to ensure that legal considerations are integrated into business strategies. Your insights will help shape the company's approach to risk management and compliance, particularly in areas related to data privacy and information security.

What we offer

Databricks offers a dynamic work environment where you can make a significant impact on the company's growth trajectory. You will have the opportunity to work with a talented team of legal professionals and contribute to the development of innovative legal strategies that support the company's objectives. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds. The role is hybrid, allowing you to balance in-office collaboration with remote work flexibility, and you will be based in one of our key locations: Seattle, Bellevue, San Francisco, or Mountain View.