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Talently

Senior Counsel, Government Contracts

Talently, Menlo Park, California, United States, 94029

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Job Title:

Senior Counsel, Government Contracts

Skills:

Government Contract Law, FAR/DFARS Compliance, Commercial Negotiation, Software Licensing, AI & Technology Law

About the Company / The Opportunity Join a pioneering team in the Technology sector! As Senior Counsel, Government Contracts, you will be an integral part of a hands‑on, collaborative environment that values initiative and innovative thinking. This opportunity empowers seasoned legal professionals to directly influence and enable the growth of advanced technologies in the public sector, working with driven teams and contributing meaningfully to mission‑driven projects at the forefront of shaping AI’s future.

Responsibilities

Draft, review, negotiate, and manage government contracts.

Advise on compliance with federal, state, and local procurement regulations.

Assist with proposal preparation.

Collaborate with internal departments, including compliance, product, engineering, and finance.

Advise on IP, data rights, privacy, and cybersecurity.

Create and maintain standardized contract templates to streamline and scale government contracting workflows.

Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations.

Must-Have Skills

J.D. and an active state bar membership.

8+ years of relevant experience in government contracts law.

Technology industry experience.

Extensive experience drafting and negotiating complex government contracts.

Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and manage multiple projects.

Nice-to-Have Skills

Experience advising on government contracts related to software, artificial intelligence, cloud‑based offerings, or data‑driven technologies.

Familiarity with procurement and contracting frameworks used by the DoD, intelligence community, or civilian government entities.

Active security clearance.

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Legal

Industries Technology, Information and Media and Software Development

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