Sr. Counsel, Core Product

Overview

An organization is seeking an experienced, self-motivated, and creative lawyer to join a small and nimble legal team supporting a growing business. The primary focus of this role is to support core product and engineering teams by providing expert legal advice on cutting-edge issues related to generative AI, privacy, intellectual property, and safety. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working both independently and collaboratively, and will embrace AI tools to enhance efficiency and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with strategy, engineering, product management, communications, and legal teams to identify and manage legal risks throughout all stages of product development.
• Provide pragmatic and strategic legal advice embedded within product teams as they evolve.
• Advise on emerging legal issues related to generative AI, content acquisition, IP/copyright, open source, and privacy.
• Develop and implement practical risk mitigation measures that increase speed, efficiency, and align with long-term business goals.
• Create scalable legal processes, automation, and AI-enabled solutions to improve efficiency, reduce cycle times, and deliver high-quality guidance consistently.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree with 8+ years of relevant legal experience in demanding and innovative environments.
• At least 2 years of in-house legal experience at a technology company preferred.
• Experience counseling on artificial intelligence, intellectual property/copyright, safety, and privacy issues.
• Exceptional judgment, integrity, and excellent communication skills.
• Process-driven and results-oriented with the ability to identify, prioritize, and resolve issues independently and quickly.
• Strategic thinker with a proven track record of delivering creative and pragmatic solutions to novel legal challenges.
• Strong project management skills, capable of building sustainable programs and driving cross-functional initiatives to completion.
• An AI-forward mindset with experience using AI tools to accelerate analysis, simplify complex problems, and support fast-moving product development.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $158,765 to $326,870 USD, based on factors including location, experience, and skills.
• Position is eligible for equity.
• No relocation assistance provided.

Location & Work Model

• This role is open to candidates based anywhere in the United States.
• The position may require in-person collaboration 1-2 times per quarter.
• Flexible work arrangements are supported, with collaboration style guided by the nature of the work.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The employer is an equal opportunity organization that makes employment decisions based on merit. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable laws. Accommodations are available upon request during the application process.