Description

Are you looking for new challenges in a fast-paced, innovative company? Come make history with Amazon’s legal department! Every day across the world we are developing the ideas, products, and services that make life better for tens of millions of customers. From providing Earth’s biggest selection of products to developing ground breaking software and devices, Amazon is a place of invention and progressive thinking.

We are looking for a talented transactional attorney to support our rapidly growing and evolving Devices & Services business. The attorney will work closely with business development, product, and go-to-market teams as counsel on strategic partnership deals across a variety of products, including Fire TV integration deals with third-party device manufacturers and Appstore distribution deals with major app developers. The attorney will structure, draft, and negotiate a range of agreements, and counsel internal clients on various legal issues related to business operations. They will develop strategies for handling legal issues in creative, business-centric ways and build processes that address risk and allow the business flexibility and freedom to move quickly.

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic about technology, enjoys being continually challenged, and demonstrates sound judgment (including in ambiguous situations).

We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations: Seattle, WA, USA | Los Angeles, CA, USA | San Francisco Bay Area, CA, USA | New York, NY, USA. Some travel, primarily within the United States, may be required.

Basic Qualifications

• Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent

• 5+ years of legal experience

• 2+ years of experience drafting and negotiating complex software licenses and other technology transactions

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience of a mix of corporate law firm and in-house work

• Knowledge of internet, software, and media industries and the legal and regulatory environment in which they operate or equivalent

• 4+ years of experience structuring, drafting, and negotiating complex software licensing and other technology transactions in support of product development and launch

• Technical background (computer science, electrical or mechanical engineering preferred), with strong knowledge of software and hardware development and design

• Ability to work independently while also contributing successfully to cross-functional teams

• Excellent organizational skills, ability to manage multiple projects at once, follow through, and meet deadlines

• Strong communication and analytical skills

• Sound judgment, including in ambiguous situations

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $138,500/year in our lowest geographic market up to $229,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.