Our Amazon Leo legal team is a collaborative, innovative group dedicated to expanding internet access worldwide. We're not just lawyers - we're problem-solvers who understand that legal expertise can be a catalyst for technological advancement and social progress.
Requirements
5+ years of legal experience
Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent
Experience of a mix of corporate law firm and in-house work
Experience in reviewing, drafting, and negotiating commercial contracts
Experience in managing multiple, competing priorities simultaneously
Experience advising on consumer-facing product launches, including privacy, marketing, and regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions
Knowledge of telecommunications, satellite, or broadband regulatory frameworks (e.g., FCC, ITU, or international equivalents) a plus
Experience counseling engineering and product teams on data privacy, consumer protection, and compliance matters in a technology-driven organization
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
USA, VA, Arlington - 153,900.00 - 208,200.00 USD annually
USA, WA, BELLEVUE - 153,900.00 - 208,200.00 USD annually
Additional Information
Amazon Leo is an initiative to launch a constellation of low Earth orbit satellites that will provide low-latency, high-speed broadband connectivity to unserved and underserved communities around the world.
This role will serve as product counsel for strategic initiatives related to our consumer products and services. You will be responsible for counseling Amazon Leo's product marketing, engineering, compliance, and operations teams on a wide range of issues across our consumer and residential business. You will work directly with the business to handle legal issues in business-centric ways and develop processes that address risk while allowing the business flexibility and freedom to quickly develop services that prioritize and delight our customers. You will work directly with the business to handle legal issues in business-centric ways and develop processes that address risk while allowing the business flexibility and freedom to quickly develop services that prioritize and delight our customers.
Export Control Requirement: Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
Key job responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive legal counsel for consumer product and service strategic initiatives
- Develop flexible legal frameworks that balance risk management with business innovation
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to support Amazon Leo's expansion goals
- Create processes that enable swift product development while maintaining regulatory compliance
- Support strategic initiatives with nuanced legal guidance
A day in the life
Your day will be dynamic and impactful, collaborating across multiple teams to navigate complex legal landscapes. You'll engage with product marketing, engineering, and operations teams, translating intricate legal requirements into actionable strategies that accelerate our mission of global connectivity.
Amazon.com · Arlington, VA