Corporate Counsel (Mid-level)

SK hynix America; San Jose (CA); Presencial; USD 100.000 - 160.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Top-tier health insurance

Paid time off

401k Matching

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Educational reimbursement up to $10,0

Donation Matching and volunteering

Corporate discounts

Free Meals provided

Descripción de la vacante

SK hynix America is seeking an experienced mid-level attorney to serve as legal counsel for its U.S. semiconductor operations. The role covers commercial, dispute, and regulatory work and requires clear communication with procurement, R&D, and sales teams.

The successful candidate will draft and negotiate complex contracts, ensure compliance with U.S. regulations, and collaborate with parent and affiliate legal teams on cross-border governance. Onsite work in the San Jose area is expected.

Formación

• Juris Doctor degree from a top-tier U.S. law school.
• Active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. State Bar.
• Minimum of 3 years of post-bar experience handling commercial transactions or related work.
• Proven track record drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, and resolving disputes arising therefrom (R&D and sales).

Responsabilidades

• Work across complex legal, business and strategic issues.
• Draft, review and negotiate high-stakes commercial agreements including joint R&D, IP licensing, procurement, sales and partnerships.
• Provide legal advice to engineering, sales, finance, HR and operations teams and participate in cross-functional decisions.
• Analyze legal claims, identify risks, and deliver strategic recommendations to management.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant U.S. regulations affecting semiconductor operations.
• Design and optimize legal processes, templates and guidance for rapid yet risk-aware operations.
• Collaborate with parent company and U.S. affiliates on cross-border transactions and governance.

Conocimientos

Interpersonal communication

Cross-cultural collaboration

Negotiation

Contract drafting

Educación

Juris Doctor degree

Active State Bar membership

Descripción del empleo

About SK hynix America

At SK hynix America, we are at the forefront of semiconductor innovation. As a global leader in HBM, DRAM, and NAND flash technologies, we develop the advanced memory solutions powering everything from advanced mobile technology to massive AI data centers. With major investments in the U.S. and a leading position in the global AI revolution, we build the critical infrastructure of the digital landscape and remain committed to sustainable operations.We invite innovative minds to be part of our journey. Here, you will be part of a collaborative team pioneering the next generation of memory technologies, expanding our market footprint, and defining the future of computing.

Work Model: Onsite

Department: Legal Affairs

Reports to: The General Counsel & Senior Corporate Counsel of SK hynix America Inc.

Job Summary

SK hynix is seeking an experienced mid-level attorney to serve as legal counsel for our cutting-edge semiconductor operations in the United States. This role requires legal expertise across commercial, dispute, and regulatory domains. The ideal candidate will be comfortable navigating complex legal issues that require analysis on several fronts, while effectively communicating with procurement, R&D and sales departments. This position offers an opportunity to solve complex problems in a fast moving technology sector.

Responsibilities

• Work across a spectrum of complex legal, business and strategic issues
• Draft, review and negotiate high-stakes commercial agreements, including semiconductor-specific joint R&D, IP licensing, procurement, sales and strategic partnership contracts
• Provide legal advice to various teams, including engineering, sales, finance, HR and operations, and engage in cross-functional deliberations and decision-making
• Analyze legal claims, investigate facts, identify commercial, regulatory or other legal risks, conduct factual investigations, and deliver strategic recommendations to management
• Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant U.S. regulations affecting semiconductor operations
• Design, build, and optimize legal processes, templates and guidance that enable the organization to move quickly while managing relevant risks
• Collaborate closely with the parent company's legal teams, as well as U.S. affiliates and subsidiaries to align on cross-border transactions and corporate governance

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from a top-tier U.S. law school
• Active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. State Bar
• Minimum of 3 years of post-bar experience handling commercial transactions at a law firm, as an in-house counsel, or a combination of both
• Proven track record and expertise in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, and resolving disputes arising out of such contracts, especially with respect to R&D and sales
• Ability to work effectively in cross-cultural environments
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet competing deadlines with a high degree of ownership
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with ability to explain complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in working in a large corporation or multinational company, including collaboration with the parent company, affiliates and subsidiaries
• Experience in the semiconductor, electronics, or other advanced technology manufacturing sectors
• Familiarity with export controls, tariffs, and general corporate law/ governance practices
• Experience working in a multicultural / international environment

Requirement

• Authorized to work in the United States
• Willingness to travel periodically to other locations as needed
• Ability to work extended hours when necessary due to global time differences

Benefits

• Top-tier health insurance at no employee cost.
• Paid days off: Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Parental Leave, Happy Fridays.
• 401k Matching.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for Health Care & Dependent Care.
• Educational reimbursement up to $10,000 per year.
• Donation Matching and volunteering opportunities.
• Corporate discount programs.
• Free Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner provided to employees.

Compensation

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. Pay within the provided range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related skills and experience. Your Recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process.

$100,000 - $160,000 USD

Equal Employment Opportunity

SK hynix America is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, religion, age, gender identity, national origin, color, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws.

In compliance with federal law, SK hynix America also participates in the federal E-Verify program. Upon accepting an offer of employment, all newly hired individuals will be required to complete Form I-9, which includes verifying identity and legal authorization to work in the United States. Please review the official government posters detailing your rights and protections prior to applying:

• E-Verify Participation Poster (Bilingual English & Spanish)
• IER Right to Work Poster (English)
• IER Right to Work Poster (Spanish)