IP & Open Source Counsel — Remote

Airbnb; United States; Remote; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbnb is seeking an Associate Counsel to join its Commercial & Technology Legal Team, focusing on IP and open-source matters. You will advise on IP licensing and technology transactions while partnering with product and engineering teams to govern open-source use and compliance.

The role also supports Tech Brand initiatives with risk assessment for external communications and developer programs, balancing business needs with legal risk in a global, diverse organization.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree and admission in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• At least three years of relevant legal experience in IP transactions and licensing.
• Experience advising technology-focused teams.
• Familiarity with copyright, trademark, and patent fundamentals; open-source licensing concepts.
• Strong analytical and risk-framing skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise on IP licensing and technology transactions.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to strengthen open-source governance.
• Ensure compliance across Airbnb’s global technology ecosystem.
• Support Tech Brand initiatives by providing legal review and risk guidance for external communications, technical storytelling, and developer-facing programs.

Skills

IP licensing

Open-source governance

Analytical thinking

Risk framing

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

Airbnb is seeking an Associate Counsel to join its Commercial & Technology Legal Team, focusing on IP and open-source matters. You will advise on IP licensing and technology transactions while partnering with product and engineering teams to govern open-source use and compliance.

The role also supports Tech Brand initiatives with risk assessment for external communications and developer programs, balancing business needs with legal risk in a global, diverse organization.