Lead Counsel, Product And IP (AI)

TL;DR

Lead Counsel, Product and IP (AI): Leading IP strategy for product development, embedding IP protection into the product lifecycle from conception to commercialization, while also advising on related product and regulatory matters. Focus on mitigating IP risks in product development, data licensing, and open-source governance in partnership with cross-functional teams.

Location: San Francisco, New York, Seattle, must be based in the US

Salary: $231,000—$288,750 USD

Company

hirify.global develops reliable AI systems for the world's most important decisions, providing high-quality data and full-stack technologies that power the world's leading models.

What you will do

• Lead IP strategy for product development, embedding IP protection into the full product lifecycle.
• Partner with Research, Product, Engineering, Operations, Communications, and Marketing teams to mitigate IP risks in product development, data licensing, and open-source governance.
• Support management of Scale's worldwide IP portfolio, assisting with patent prosecution and trademark registration and enforcement.
• Advise on third-party, synthetic, and open-source data and models, ensuring compliance with licensing requirements and designing open-source governance policies.
• Support drafting and negotiation of commercial agreement provisions involving intellectual property.
• Provide counsel on machine learning, robotics, and other technical areas, engaging effectively with technical teams on complex engineering and product issues.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in intellectual property law at a top-tier law firm and/or in-house legal department, ideally product counseling within a high-growth technology company.
• JD and active membership in at least one U.S. state bar (California preferred) in good standing.
• Ability to think strategically at a high level and from deep in the details to drive complex problem-solving and develop creative, business-forward solutions.
• Ability to calibrate risk, distinguish business from legal risk, and communicate it clearly to executive, business, and technical audiences.
• Roll-up-your-sleeves attitude to tackle projects large and small with a low-ego, collaborative approach across the organization.
• Deep interest in artificial intelligence, generative AI, and machine learning technology, with the ability to engage effectively with technical teams.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage.
• Retirement benefits.
• A learning and development stipend.
• Generous PTO.
• Eligible roles are also granted equity based compensation, subject to Board of Director approval.