The posting
Amazon Leo is seeking an exceptional Corporate Counsel to advise on the legal and regulatory questions that arise from building and operating a global satellite broadband network. You will work closely with engineering and product teams on questions involving network design, infrastructure deployment, and interconnection arrangements.
Amazon Leo is Amazon's low Earth orbit satellite network. Our mission is to deliver fast, reliable internet connectivity to customers beyond the reach of existing networks. From individual households to schools, hospitals, businesses, and government agencies, Amazon Leo will serve people and organizations operating in locations without reliable connectivity.
The role sits at the intersection of technology, regulation, and operational strategy. You will help teams understand the legal implications of technical decisions, develop frameworks for evaluating new proposals, and build processes that allow engineering and product teams to move quickly while maintaining compliance. This role requires someone who is curious about how complex technical systems work, comfortable developing expertise in unfamiliar areas, and able to translate legal and regulatory requirements into practical guidance for engineering and product teams.
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 - Advise engineering and product teams on the legal and regulatory implications of network architecture and infrastructure decisions, including network design, routing, interconnection, and the use of third-party infrastructure - Develop scalable legal frameworks for evaluating proposed technical and operational changes, distinguishing changes to implementation from changes that materially affect service commitments or regulatory obligations - Identify, assess, and mitigate legal and regulatory risks arising from network operations across multiple jurisdictions, including telecommunications regulation, data localization, and cross-border compliance requirements - Build cross-functional coordination mechanisms and repeatable processes that enable engineering and product teams to scale efficiently while maintaining appropriate legal oversight
A day in the life You'll start your morning embedded with the engineering and product team as they design network architecture for a new region, helping them understand which design choices carry regulatory implications. Mid-morning, you'll research how a country's telecommunications framework applies to satellite broadband infrastructure, building the legal analysis that informs the team's technical approach. After lunch, you'll join a cross-functional session to map regulatory requirements for a new connectivity offering across target jurisdictions. Later, you'll build a legal playbook that standardizes how the team evaluates regulatory readiness for new deployments. Throughout the day, you're helping build the legal foundation for a network still taking shape.
About the team Amazon Leo's legal team operates at the forefront of innovation, supporting one of Amazon's most ambitious global expansion initiatives. We're a collaborative group that values creative problem-solving and business partnership over simply identifying obstacles. Our team culture emphasizes proactive engagement, cross-functional collaboration, and finding pragmatic solutions to complex legal challenges. You'll work alongside talented colleagues who are passionate about enabling Leo's mission while maintaining the highest legal and ethical standards. We believe great legal counsel empowers businesses to scale efficiently and responsibly across borders.
- 5+ years of legal experience - Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent - Experience in private practice or in house experience at a technology company or equivalent
- Experience of a mix of corporate law firm and in-house work - Experience engaging and influencing senior executives - Experience solving problems with technology in the Telecommunications industry - Experience with telecommunications regulatory matters, ISP obligations, or network management legal frameworks - Background in technology or product-focused legal support
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
