Legal Counsel

DensityAI, Inc.; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 260,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

DensityAI, Inc. is seeking an experienced commercial and technology counsel to structure and close transactions for its AI accelerator business. You will own deals end-to-end, from technology licensing to strategic partnerships and supply-chain agreements, reporting to the General Counsel.

You will advise on IP strategy, oversee export-control compliance, and help build a scalable contracting function as the company grows, potentially leading the Tech Trans legal team in the future.

Qualifications

• Active JD and bar membership in good standing required.
• 7–10 years of commercial experience in-house or at a top law firm preferred.
• Deep expertise in technology licensing and complex commercial deals.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex commercial and technology transactions including licensing, partnerships, and MSAs/MPAs.
• Oversee silicon supply-chain agreements (foundry, OSAT, contract-manufacturing) and related NDAs, SOWs, and pricing.
• Advise on IP strategy, technology-transaction structuring, and data privacy compliance.
• Guide export-controls (EAR/ITAR) and regulatory matters; manage risk and deal blockers.

Skills

Commercial transactions

Technology licensing

Contract negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar admission (CA preferred)

Job description

About the Role

Be an early, foundational member of DensityAI's legal team — the commercial and technology counsel who structures and closes the deals that power our AI-accelerator business. Reporting to the General Counsel, you’ll own complex commercial and technology transactions end-to-end, from technology and software licensing and strategic partnerships to the semiconductor supply-chain, foundry, and contract-manufacturing agreements at the heart of the company. You’ll come in with the confidence to operate independently — and, over time, help build and lead the Tech Trans legal team.

What You’ll Do

• Lead complex commercial and technology transactions — technology/software licensing, strategic partnerships, business development, and sales & distribution deals
• Own the legal work behind our silicon supply chain — foundry, OSAT, and contract-manufacturing agreements (MSAs, MPAs, NDAs, SOWs, capacity/pricing, NRE/tooling)
• Advise on intellectual-property strategy and technology-transaction structuring (IP licensing, ownership, joint development)
• Guide export-control compliance (EAR/ITAR), other regulatory matters, and data privacy
• Be a practical, trusted partner to business, supply chain, engineering, and GTM — unblocking deals while managing risk
• Build scalable contracting processes, templates, and playbooks as the company grows
• Help grow and lead a Tech Trans legal team over time

What We’re Looking For

• JD and active membership in good standing of at least one U.S. state bar (CA preferred)
• 7-10 years of commercial experience, in-house and/or at a top law firm
• Deep expertise in technology and software licensing, strategic partnerships, and complex commercial deals
• Strong technical fluency and technology-transaction ("tech trans") expertise; engineering or science background is a plus
• Working knowledge of export controls (EAR/ITAR), regulatory compliance, and data privacy
• A confident, hands-on operator who runs deals independently in a fast-moving startup and brings structure and efficiency
• Direct experience in the semiconductor ideally with semiconductor tools and IP vendors, supply chain, foundry (TSMC), OSAT, or contract-manufacturing transactions

Compensation

Final offers depend on level, location, and skills relevant to the role. Additional compensation: equity grant per company guidelines; medical / dental / vision; 401(k); standard PTO.

Visa Sponsorship

DensityAI sponsors qualified candidates for H-1B, O-1, TN, E-3, and other employment-based visas, and we welcome applicants on F-1 OPT and STEM-OPT. Work authorization is required at start; we provide immigration support to secure or transfer status.

Equal Opportunity

DensityAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40+), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law. We comply with the California CROWN Act and provide reasonable accommodations on request.

Full compensation packages are based on candidate experience and relevant certifications.

California pay range

$260,000 - $300,000 USD

Compensation

Final offers depend on level, location, and skills relevant to the role. Additional compensation: equity grant per company guidelines; medical / dental / vision; 401(k); standard PTO.

Visa Sponsorship

DensityAI sponsors qualified candidates for H-1B, O-1, TN, E-3, and other employment-based visas, and we welcome applicants on F-1 OPT and STEM-OPT. Work authorization is required at start; we provide immigration support to secure or transfer status.

Export Controls

Aspects of this role may involve access to information subject to U.S. export controls (EAR/ITAR). We may discuss licensing or scope adjustments during the interview.

Equal Opportunity

DensityAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40+), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law. We comply with the California CROWN Act and provide reasonable accommodations on request.