Amplitude
Senior Product and Privacy Counsel
Amplitude, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Overview
Amplitude is the leading digital analytics platform that helps companies unlock the power of their products. With 4,300+ customers, Amplitude enables self-service visibility into the entire customer journey and helps teams capture trusted data, uncover insights, and take faster action. Amplitude is ranked #1 in multiple categories in G2's Summer 2025 Report. As an organization, we approach challenges with humility, take ownership of our contributions, and embrace a growth mindset to continually improve ourselves, each other, and the value we bring to customers and partners. Amplitude's Commitment to Diversity Equity & Inclusion (DEI):
Amplitude believes that diversity enables better products, improves problem-solving, and drives more powerful solutions. We strive to create an environment of inclusion focused on psychological safety, empathy, and human connection so employees of all backgrounds can thrive. Role Summary
Senior Privacy & Product Counsel
As a core member of Amplitude's Legal team, you will drive our global privacy program, guide product development with practical legal advice, and partner cross-functionally with teams across the company. You will impact employees, customers, and partners, balancing business strategy with legal and regulatory requirements. Responsibilities
Partner with Product, Engineering, Design, and Marketing throughout the product lifecycle to proactively manage legal and privacy compliance. Work closely with Amplitude's AI team on product development. Develop and maintain Amplitude's global privacy program, including policies, procedures, and training. Maintain subject matter expertise on privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA, US state laws, etc.) and advise teams on regulatory requirements. Provide legal guidance on marketing campaigns, collateral, and related activities. Collaborate with Information Security on best practices for protecting confidential and personal information. Draft, review, and negotiate privacy-related agreements (vendor agreements, customer contracts, DPAs, BAAs). Continuously improve standard privacy agreements and scale legal operations and processes. Support the broader needs of a growing legal team and business. Qualifications
5+ years of privacy/product counsel experience, ideally with both in-house and law firm exposure. JD and active membership in at least one U.S. state bar. CIPP/US or CIPP/E certification. Deep knowledge of global privacy frameworks (GDPR, CCPA, and others). Experience counseling on product issues beyond just privacy and data protection. Experience with AI and other emerging technologies. A self-starter mindset with the ability to juggle multiple projects in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment. Strong communication skills; the ability to talk and write clearly. A collaborative, low-ego approach, balanced with the ability to work independently. Preferred
Experience working in a B2B SaaS company. Who We Are
The Company:
Amplitude is a team of humble, lifelong learners who value growth mindset, ownership, and humility. We are tenacious in facing challenges, take initiative to solve problems, and operate with empathy and openness. The Product:
Amplitude is a digital analytics platform that helps teams capture data they can trust, uncover insights about customer behavior, and take faster action to build better product experiences and drive growth. Benefits
We care about the well-being of our team and offer competitive pay and benefits. Some programs include: Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance with 100% employer-paid premiums on select plans Flexible time off, paid holidays, and more Stipends for wellness, commuting, learning and development, home office setup, and more Parental benefits including 12-20 weeks of Paid Parental Leave and related support Mental health and wellness benefits including coaching/therapy sessions Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) Other information
EEO:
Amplitude provides equal employment opportunities. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. Compensation:
This role is eligible for equity, benefits, and other forms of compensation. Geographic ranges (illustrative):
Colorado: $190,000-$286,000; New York City: $212,000-$319,000; San Francisco Bay Area: $212,000-$319,000; California (outside SF Bay Area): $190,000-$286,000; Washington state: $190,000-$286,000; Washington state (specific): unlimited PTO, holidays, and retirement plan details. Privacy notice:
By applying, you acknowledge that Amplitude processes your personal data in accordance with the Amplitude Applicant Privacy Notice.
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Amplitude is the leading digital analytics platform that helps companies unlock the power of their products. With 4,300+ customers, Amplitude enables self-service visibility into the entire customer journey and helps teams capture trusted data, uncover insights, and take faster action. Amplitude is ranked #1 in multiple categories in G2's Summer 2025 Report. As an organization, we approach challenges with humility, take ownership of our contributions, and embrace a growth mindset to continually improve ourselves, each other, and the value we bring to customers and partners. Amplitude's Commitment to Diversity Equity & Inclusion (DEI):
Amplitude believes that diversity enables better products, improves problem-solving, and drives more powerful solutions. We strive to create an environment of inclusion focused on psychological safety, empathy, and human connection so employees of all backgrounds can thrive. Role Summary
Senior Privacy & Product Counsel
As a core member of Amplitude's Legal team, you will drive our global privacy program, guide product development with practical legal advice, and partner cross-functionally with teams across the company. You will impact employees, customers, and partners, balancing business strategy with legal and regulatory requirements. Responsibilities
Partner with Product, Engineering, Design, and Marketing throughout the product lifecycle to proactively manage legal and privacy compliance. Work closely with Amplitude's AI team on product development. Develop and maintain Amplitude's global privacy program, including policies, procedures, and training. Maintain subject matter expertise on privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA, US state laws, etc.) and advise teams on regulatory requirements. Provide legal guidance on marketing campaigns, collateral, and related activities. Collaborate with Information Security on best practices for protecting confidential and personal information. Draft, review, and negotiate privacy-related agreements (vendor agreements, customer contracts, DPAs, BAAs). Continuously improve standard privacy agreements and scale legal operations and processes. Support the broader needs of a growing legal team and business. Qualifications
5+ years of privacy/product counsel experience, ideally with both in-house and law firm exposure. JD and active membership in at least one U.S. state bar. CIPP/US or CIPP/E certification. Deep knowledge of global privacy frameworks (GDPR, CCPA, and others). Experience counseling on product issues beyond just privacy and data protection. Experience with AI and other emerging technologies. A self-starter mindset with the ability to juggle multiple projects in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment. Strong communication skills; the ability to talk and write clearly. A collaborative, low-ego approach, balanced with the ability to work independently. Preferred
Experience working in a B2B SaaS company. Who We Are
The Company:
Amplitude is a team of humble, lifelong learners who value growth mindset, ownership, and humility. We are tenacious in facing challenges, take initiative to solve problems, and operate with empathy and openness. The Product:
Amplitude is a digital analytics platform that helps teams capture data they can trust, uncover insights about customer behavior, and take faster action to build better product experiences and drive growth. Benefits
We care about the well-being of our team and offer competitive pay and benefits. Some programs include: Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance with 100% employer-paid premiums on select plans Flexible time off, paid holidays, and more Stipends for wellness, commuting, learning and development, home office setup, and more Parental benefits including 12-20 weeks of Paid Parental Leave and related support Mental health and wellness benefits including coaching/therapy sessions Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) Other information
EEO:
Amplitude provides equal employment opportunities. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. Compensation:
This role is eligible for equity, benefits, and other forms of compensation. Geographic ranges (illustrative):
Colorado: $190,000-$286,000; New York City: $212,000-$319,000; San Francisco Bay Area: $212,000-$319,000; California (outside SF Bay Area): $190,000-$286,000; Washington state: $190,000-$286,000; Washington state (specific): unlimited PTO, holidays, and retirement plan details. Privacy notice:
By applying, you acknowledge that Amplitude processes your personal data in accordance with the Amplitude Applicant Privacy Notice.
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