Corporate Counsel, Project Kuiper

3 weeks ago


Washington, United States Amazon Full time

Project Kuiper 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. We are looking for a talented lawyer to join the Amazon Legal team supporting Project Kuiper.


Key job responsibilities:

  1. You will work closely with the Kuiper commercial business development team as counsel on global strategic partnership and enterprise customer deals, with a focus on deals with mobility partners and customers.
  2. You will structure, draft, and negotiate a range of agreements, including agreements to sell Kuiper services and customer terminals.
  3. You will also counsel the business team on legal issues related to Kuiper’s commercial business operations.
  4. The successful candidate 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 even in ambiguous situations.


This position will be based in Arlington, VA or Redmond, WA. Some travel, domestic and international, will be required.


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.


A day in the life:
You will structure, draft, and negotiate a range of agreements, and counsel the business team on various legal issues related to business operations. The successful candidate 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.


Minimum Qualifications:

  1. Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent
  2. 5+ years of legal experience
  3. Experience in transactional and technology licensing or equivalent
  4. Experience of a mix of corporate law firm and in-house work
  5. Knowledge of IT infrastructure, outsourcing, telecommunications, cloud computing services or equivalent
  6. 2+ years experience drafting and negotiating technology transactions or other complex transactions

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 Amazon Disability Accommodation.


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 Amazon Employee Benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

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