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Snyk

Corporate Counsel - Commercial

Snyk, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298

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Overview Snyk is the leader in secure AI software development, helping developers build fast and securely as AI reshapes how software is created. Our AI-native Developer Security Platform integrates into development and security workflows to help find, fix, and prevent vulnerabilities—from code and dependencies to containers and cloud. Our mission is to empower every developer to innovate securely in the AI era, boosting productivity while reducing business risk. We operate as One Team, Care Deeply, Customer Centric, and Forward Thinking.

Applying for this role is straight forward Scroll down and click on Apply to be considered for this position. It’s how we stay driven, supportive, and always one step ahead as AI reshapes our world. Why this role?

Role objective:

Snyk seeks a commercial attorney with product experience and an entrepreneurial mindset to support our sales, business development, procurement and product teams. You will advise on a broad range of commercial transactions with commercially-driven legal advice, strong drafting skills, data protection experience, and experience in a B2B SaaS environment. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams from around the globe—including Finance, Sales, Sales Operations, Product, Engineering, Marketing, and Procurement. Your approach will be pragmatic, customer-focused and collaborative, with the goal of reducing friction and enabling the business and its customers. You have contract drafting and business negotiation skills gained in both private practice and in-house. You’ll negotiate and draft agreements with customers ranging from SMB to enterprise to the US government, as well as with channel partners and vendors. You’ll also support the product and engineering teams as you work at the cutting edge of AI, helping to ensure secure AI software development. What you’ll bring:

A motivated self-starter who thrives in fast-paced environments, embraces new challenges with adaptability and enthusiasm, and is committed to excellence across project scopes as part of a high-performing team. What You’ll Do

Draft, review, structure, and close a broad range of commercial agreements, including Snyk SaaS agreements, vendor agreements, DPAs, NDAs, enterprise customer agreements, partner agreements, and US state and federal agreements. Collaborate with internal legal and sales teams to update legal playbooks and improve contracting documents and processes. Provide commercial legal advice to sales, partnership, and procurement teams. Provide support, drafting and negotiating commercial contracts related to data protection regulations, such as data processing agreements and data transfer agreements. Collaborate with product attorneys and technical teams to provide legal guidance on AI integration into Snyk products and use of AI by the Snyk team, including reviewing AI-related terms in customer and vendor agreements, advising on IP considerations, and conducting risk assessments for the use of AI within our products and by our teams. Assist with legal department projects to develop, implement, and enhance processes that improve transaction velocity without materially increasing risk. Work with the Contracts Manager responsible for GTM Operations and Deal Desk on processes and CRM tools for negotiating sales agreements at scale, including playbooks and pre-approved terms. Aid in developing and implementing processes, procedures, and metrics to increase the overall effectiveness of the legal service. What You Bring

4–6 years of commercial legal experience, including at least two years in-house at a high-growth software (SaaS) company. Experience drafting and advising on technology-related commercial agreements, including software licensing, strategic partnerships, reseller arrangements, and data processing agreements. Understanding that success as a commercial lawyer requires deep knowledge of product functionality and business operations, including an understanding of the evolving AI landscape. Excellent prioritization and time-management skills with the ability to maintain composure under pressure. Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain legal concepts to non-lawyers in clear terms. Proactive, driven, adaptable, with strong skills in project prioritization, strategic thinking, and risk calibration in dynamic business environments. Strong problem-solving, organizational, and project-management abilities. It’d Be Awesome If You Also…

Have SaaS or cybersecurity industry experience. Have experience with AI legal issues, including negotiating AI provisions in commercial agreements, IP considerations, and AI-related regulations. We care deeply about a warm, inclusive environment and value diversity. We welcome applications from those typically underrepresented in tech. If you’re unsure whether you’re the right fit, apply anyway. About Snyk

Snyk is committed to creating an inclusive and engaging environment where our employees can thrive as we work toward our mission to make the digital world a safer place.

We aim to support our employees through resource groups and global benefits that prioritize health, wellness, financial security, and a healthy work-life balance. Benefits & Programs Prioritize health, wellness, financial security, and work-life balance with programs tailored to location and role. Flexible working hours, work-from-home allowances, in-office perks, and time off for learning and self-development Generous vacation and wellness time off, country-specific holidays, and 100% paid parental leave for all caregivers Health benefits, employee assistance plans, and annual wellness allowance Country-specific life insurance, disability benefits, retirement programs, plus mobile phone and education allowances Please note: Snyk is an equal-opportunities employer and values diversity. If you’d like to disclose gender identity, you may do so voluntarily in this application process.

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