About JetBrains
We create intelligent software development tools for developers and teams. More than 15 million users, over 300,000 companies, and 88 of the Fortune Global Top 100 rely on our products to solve real, complex problems. Our mission is simple: make development teams more productive and AI adoptable at scale.
What you’ll do
As we expand our AI initiatives and explore new commercial models, the legal landscape in which we operate is becoming more complex. We are looking for a Senior Legal Counsel to join the Product and Business Development legal team. You’ll shape scalable legal frameworks that support product innovation, strategic partnerships, and sustainable growth, working closely with Product, Go-to-Market, Business Development, and Marketplace teams.
Day to day, you will:
- Advise on the entire life cycle of software products, services, plugins, and AI features.
- Implement legal and regulatory requirements, including AI regulation and consumer protection.
- Draft, negotiate, and advise on strategic tech, AI partnership, and collaboration agreements.
- Support JetBrains Marketplace initiatives and relationships with third-party platforms.
- Guide the legal aspects of our educational, academic, and research initiatives.
- Improve legal operations by designing templates, playbooks, and self-service resources.
- Equip the sales and procurement legal teams with product expertise.
- Share knowledge and insights across the legal team and broader business.
What you’ll bring
- A pragmatic approach to problem-solving, balancing legal risk with business realities.
- The ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly and simply to non-lawyers.
- A strong ownership mentality and comfort making decisions in ambiguous environments.
- A collaborative mindset and a drive to improve workflows through standardization.
What you’ll need
- A formal degree in law (LLB, LLM, Mgr, or equivalent).
- Extensive background advising multinational corporations on technology and commercial law.
- Proven track record of drafting and negotiating sophisticated commercial and technology agreements.
- Deep understanding of software products, digital services, and technology business models.
- Fluency in English with strong negotiation and drafting skills.
Why join JetBrains?
- Competitive base salary and benefits.
- Flexible work location with remote work options.
- Learning and development opportunities including conference access and language classes.
- Comprehensive medical insurance and mental health support.
- Sports benefits and lunch allowances.