Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. MongoDB is transforming the $138B+ data management software market by empowering developers to build the next generation of applications. We are seeking a driven, experienced commercial attorney to lead and scale our U.S. Public Sector and government contracting business, serving as the primary legal partner for our public sector sales ecosystem.
Responsibilities
- End-to-End Deal Execution: Draft, structure, and negotiate high-value public sector and commercial transactions, including SaaS, cloud licensing, professional services, and subcontracting agreements
- Public Sector Compliance: Provide expert guidance on U.S. and international government procurement laws, including FAR/DFARS frameworks, GSA schedules, and FedRamp requirements, and support ongoing development and refinement of public sector compliance program
- Strategic Sales Advisory: Advise cross-functional teams throughout the public sector sales lifecycle, from initial RFP evaluations and proposal risk assessments to handling audits or disputes
- Operational Scalability: Build, refine, and maintain legal playbooks, contract templates, and training modules to streamline negotiations and empower sales teams
- Regulatory Monitoring: Stay ahead of evolving technology laws, government contracting regulations, and government and defense related export controls to provide proactive, actionable risk mitigation strategies
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work cross-functionally to launch new programs to support growth of commercial and public sector businesses
Skills
- 8+ years of US public sector transactions experience, preferably at a law firm and high-growth technology company
- Strong working knowledge of government procurement frameworks and contracting vehicles, FAR, DFARS, and related regulatory requirements
- Active Security Clearance (or eligibility to obtain)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to understand complex contractual issues, assess risk while exercising strong business judgment, and provide clear legal advice
- Curious and passionate about technology
- Enjoy working hard and overcoming challenges
- Phenomenal leadership and teamwork skills, and willingness to take on new responsibility
Benefits
- Equity
- Participation in the employee stock purchase program
- Flexible paid time off
- 20 weeks fully-paid gender-neutral parental leave
- Fertility and adoption assistance
- 401(k) plan
- Mental health counseling
- Access to transgender-inclusive health insurance coverage
- Health benefits offerings
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