Tech Partnerships Counsel for AI & Cloud Ecosystems

Lumen Technologies; United States; On-site; USD 106,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Lumen Technologies is seeking an Attorney, Technology Partnerships to support strategic technology alliances, product partnerships, and ecosystem initiatives enabling integrated solutions and collaboration across software, cloud, networking, and AI-driven offerings.

The ideal candidate will combine strong legal expertise with business acumen and deep understanding of technology environments, guiding cross-functional teams and advising on risk, IP, and commercial strategy.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active license in good standing to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 4+ years of experience drafting, negotiating, and advising on commercial agreements.
• Experience supporting technology transactions, partnerships, or commercial technology agreements.
• Understanding of technology products, software, cloud services, networking, or related technical environments.
• Ability to provide practical legal guidance to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong project management, organizational, and prioritization skills.
• Sound business and legal judgment with the ability to balance risk and commercial objectives.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate technology partnership, strategic alliance, product integration, and related commercial agreements.
• Advise business stakeholders on partnership structures, technology collaborations, intellectual property considerations, and risk management.
• Partner with product, engineering, and alliance teams to support ecosystem initiatives and joint solution development.
• Support the development and expansion of strategic technology relationships that enhance customer value and accelerate growth.
• Manage contract lifecycles, including amendments, renewals, governance requirements, and ongoing obligations.
• Align legal frameworks with product strategies, technical integrations, and commercial objectives.
• Conduct legal research and analysis related to technology transactions, software, cloud services, and emerging business models.
• Resolve complex contractual and partnership matters while balancing legal risk and business priorities.

Skills

Legal expertise

Business acumen

Technology knowledge

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Lumen Technologies is seeking an Attorney, Technology Partnerships to support strategic technology alliances, product partnerships, and ecosystem initiatives enabling integrated solutions and collaboration across software, cloud, networking, and AI-driven offerings.

The ideal candidate will combine strong legal expertise with business acumen and deep understanding of technology environments, guiding cross-functional teams and advising on risk, IP, and commercial strategy.