Associate Counselor Jobs in Monroe, WA (NOW HIRING)

Help shape the future of AI-powered consumer technology.
Amazon is seeking an Associate Product Counsel to support Alexa, Amazon's AI-powered voice assistant used by millions of customers worldwide. In this role, you will partner closely with product, engineering, privacy, and business teams at one of the most innovative companies in the world to help launch new features, advise on emerging technologies, and deliver on Amazon's commitment to delight customers.
Alexa sits at the intersection of artificial intelligence, voice technology, consumer devices, and digital services. As Associate Product Counsel, you will play a critical role in helping bring new products and features to customers while balancing innovation, customer trust, and legal risk. This is a unique opportunity to work on AI and consumer technology products while influencing legal strategy for one of Amazon's most recognizable and evolving businesses.
Some travel may be required.
Key job responsibilities
- Serve as product counsel on strategic initiatives, product launches, and commercial matters for the Alexa business
- Advise product, engineering, and business teams on legal considerations and risks related to AI-powered products, voice technology, consumer devices, and digital services
- Structure, draft, negotiate, and advise on complex technology, licensing, distribution, marketing, and commercial agreements
- Provide practical legal guidance in a wide range of areas, including intellectual property, privacy, consumer protection, digital media, and regulatory compliance matters
- Counsel teams throughout the product lifecycle, from concept and development through launch and post-launch operations, including pre-litigation disputes and inquiries
- Develop creative, business-oriented solutions and strategies to mitigate legal risk while supporting innovation and growth
- Support the development of scalable legal frameworks and processes that enable rapid product development while maintaining customer trust and minimizing risk
- Collaborate cross-functionally with a wide variety of stakeholders, such as engineering, product management, privacy, public policy, and business development.
A day in the life
No two days are exactly the same. You may start the day advising product teams on a new AI-powered customer experience, negotiating a strategic technology agreement, or collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders on emerging compliance issues. You will work closely with business and technical stakeholders to solve complex legal challenges, support innovation, and help bring new experiences to customers.
About the team
The Alexa Legal team partners with some of Amazon's most innovative product, engineering, and business teams. We support a broad portfolio of AI-powered products, voice services, consumer devices, and digital experiences that help customers interact with technology in new and meaningful ways. Our team values intellectual curiosity, practical problem solving, strong business judgment, and a collaborative approach to helping innovative products succeed.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of legal experience
- Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience of a mix of corporate law firm and in-house work
- Experience advising on voice technology, AI/ML products, or consumer electronics legal matters
- Background in privacy law and data protection regulations (GDPR, CCPA, or similar frameworks)
- Experience working with cross-functional teams including product, engineering, and business development
- Experience handling regulatory compliance matters for consumer-facing technology products
- Experience using AI for legal research, contract analysis, or document review.
- Experience with technology transactions or their equivalent
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
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.
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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, CA, Sunnyvale - 144,700.00 - 195,700.00 USD annually
USA, VA, Arlington - 131,500.00 - 178,000.00 USD annually
USA, WA, SEATTLE - 131,500.00 - 178,000.00 USD annually