Corporate Counsel, ISP Compliance Enterprise Deal and Government Contract Support, Kuiper Legal

We are seeking an experienced internet service/telecommunications compliance attorney with significant transactional experience to join the Amazon Legal team supporting Project Kuiper. Amazon’s 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.

As a stellar Corporate Counsel, you should have strong expertise in a wide variety of internet/telecommunications regulatory obligations and working with transactional counsel in the implementation of those obligations in transactions. Experience with government counterparties is a plus. Working closely with the Kuiper team and across Amazon, this Corporate Counsel will develop out-of-this-world strategies for handling legal issues in creative, business-centric ways, as well as build processes that address risk and allow Kuiper the 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 may be based in Arlington, VA (HQ2), Redmond, WA, or New York, NY, Earth. Some travel, domestic and international, may be required. No intergalactic travel is yet 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.

Basic Qualifications

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school and active membership in one state bar
• 5+ years’ experience as a regulatory or compliance attorney
• including 3+ years’ experience representing communications companies on regulatory or compliance matters

Preferred Qualifications

• A mix of law firm and in-house experience a plus
• Ability to work independently while being able to contribute successfully to cross-functional teams
• Excited and passionate about innovating on behalf of our customers
• Strong written and oral communication skills

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 https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.