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Corporate Counsel, AWS Legal

Amazon

Corporate Counsel, AWS Legal

full-timePosted: Aug 24, 2026Updated: Aug 27, 2026Cupertino, California, United States

Job Description

Amazon's Legal Department is looking for a talented attorney to support our portfolio of AWS Database, Analytics, Messaging and Storage Services. AWS offers a broad and growing portfolio of managed database, analytics, messaging, and storage services used by organizations of all sizes. In this role, you will serve as counsel for these services, working directly with product, business, and engineering teams. You will identify legal risks and propose mitigation strategies, advise on product and regulatory compliance matters, provide input on business strategy, and support cross-functional initiatives. You will develop strategies for handling legal issues in creative, business-centric ways, and you will build processes that address risk and allow the business to innovate and scale quickly. The successful candidate will demonstrate sound judgment even in ambiguous situations, be inquisitive and enthusiastic about technology, and enjoy working hard and being continually challenged. Lawyers at Amazon are trusted members of the business. Our work is intellectually challenging, exciting, and fast-paced. Developing innovative solutions to novel legal questions is part of our daily business. Key job responsibilities - Identifying legal risks and proposing mitigation strategies; - Advising on existing and emerging AI laws and regulatory issues; - Overseeing compliance approach and providing input on business strategy; - Developing strategies for handling legal issues in creative, business-centric ways; and - Helping build processes that address risk and allow the business to innovate and scale quickly. A day in the life In a typical day of a Corporate Counsel supporting AWS Database, Analytics, Messaging and Storage Services, you may negotiate a technology licensing agreement with a partner, join a product strategy discussion to help a team think through how to bring a new capability to customers, review a technology partnership agreement, and partner with colleagues on cross-team initiatives. About the team Our legal team at AWS is a collaborative, forward- thinking group dedicated to supporting one of the most innovative technology companies globally. We don't just practice law; we help shape the future of AI and cloud computing. You'll be part of a team that values intellectual curiosity, strategic thinking, and the ability to transform complex legal challenges into clear, actionable guidance.

Locations

  • Cupertino, California, United States

Salary

169,300 - 229,000 USD / yearly

Skills Required

  • private practiceintermediate

Required Qualifications

  • 5+ years of post bar admission legal experience (experience, 5 years)
  • Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent (experience)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in private practice or in house experience at a technology company or equivalent (experience)
  • Experience managing and coordinating multiple projects simultaneously (experience)
  • Can show strong verbal and written communication skills (experience)
  • Experience managing multiple projects and priorities across teams in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment (experience)
  • Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. (experience)

Responsibilities

  • Identifying legal risks and proposing mitigation strategies;
  • Advising on existing and emerging AI laws and regulatory issues;
  • Overseeing compliance approach and providing input on business strategy;
  • Developing strategies for handling legal issues in creative, business-centric ways; and
  • Helping build processes that address risk and allow the business to innovate and scale quickly.

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