Senior Patent Licensing Counsel - Strategic Transactions

Amazon; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 154,000 - 208,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Amazon seeks an exceptional Corporate Counsel for its Patent Licensing & Transactions team. You will drive high-stakes licensing and strategic transactions, shaping the portfolio strategy and coordinating with patent engineers, litigators, and business leaders across global markets.

The role requires strong patent licensing and some litigation experience, with preferred locations in Seattle or Arlington. Travel may be required as needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years post-bar legal experience in patent licensing or related fields.
• Experience with IP transactions and licenses, cross-licenses, settlements.
• Strong communication and ability to work with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage pre-litigation patent assertions and licensing opportunities.
• Structure, draft, and negotiate patent licenses, cross-licenses, and settlements.
• Develop templates and processes to address recurring IP risks and issues.
• Identify strategic patent acquisitions and negotiate related agreements.
• Partner with litigation and prosecution teams to align strategy across licensing and portfolio development.
• Manage outside counsel on complex negotiations and transactions.

Skills

IP licensing

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor and state bar admission

Job description

Amazon seeks an exceptional Corporate Counsel for its Patent Licensing & Transactions team. You will drive high-stakes licensing and strategic transactions, shaping the portfolio strategy and coordinating with patent engineers, litigators, and business leaders across global markets.

The role requires strong patent licensing and some litigation experience, with preferred locations in Seattle or Arlington. Travel may be required as needed.