Senior Product Counsel

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States, +2 more locations.

📋 Description

• Act as a trusted legal advisor to OPSWAT's worldwide Product organization.

• Guide a comprehensive cybersecurity portfolio throughout the product lifecycle.

• Collaborate with product managers from initial design through development, launch, commercialization, updates, and product retirement.

• Keep abreast of legal and regulatory changes impacting the portfolio and convert requirements into actionable product guidance.

• Provide advice on product terms and licensing models, intellectual property, AI, open source, third-party technologies, product claims, safety and liability, and market entry.

• Assist with product export and trade compliance, including classification, encryption, technology transfers, restricted uses and destinations, and licensing obligations.

• Offer guidance on product supply-chain and market-access requirements, including third-party components, suppliers, certifications, conformity assessments, and supporting documentation.

• Create review processes, playbooks, training materials, and escalation procedures for scalable legal support for products.

• Utilize AI tools responsibly, safeguarding confidential information while exercising independent legal judgment.

• Work in partnership with Product, Engineering, Security, Supply Chain, business, and legal stakeholders globally.

• Report directly to the General Counsel.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Juris Doctor (JD) degree and an active license to practice law in a relevant jurisdiction.

• A minimum of 7 years of legal experience, including significant experience advising on software, cybersecurity, AI, or other technology products, either in-house or at a product-focused law firm.

• Experience in providing counsel on AI-enabled products and evaluating emerging technological and regulatory requirements.

• Strong comprehension of the processes involved in developing, launching, licensing, and supporting technology products on a global scale.

• Ability to effectively engage with technical teams.

• Sound business judgment and the capability to identify material risks and propose appropriate solutions.

• Outstanding communication, drafting, and negotiation abilities.

• Skill in articulating complex issues clearly to technical teams and senior business leaders.

• A collaborative, proactive mindset.

• Capacity to handle competing priorities, navigate uncertainty, and foster alignment across global teams.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Generous vacation and paid time off policies.

• Opportunities for professional development and continued education.

• Flexible working arrangements and a supportive work environment.