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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.
About the team
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.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ 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 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.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
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, VA, Arlington - 153,900.00 - 208,200.00 USD annually
USA, WA, BELLEVUE - 153,900.00 - 208,200.00 USD annually