Senior Counsel, Public Sector Compliance

Summary

Join Databricks as a Senior Counsel to lead legal initiatives for our international public sector business. This role focuses on compliance and risk mitigation while providing services to government entities. You will draft and negotiate agreements, oversee compliance, develop policies, conduct risk assessments, and provide training. The ideal candidate has substantial in-house experience in public sector compliance and a deep understanding of relevant laws and regulations. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence the adoption of groundbreaking technologies in the public sector and is based in the Bay Area, Seattle, or Washington, DC.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and admission to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
• 12+ years of combined legal experience with a focus on U.S. public sector compliance and government contracts, at a law firm and also preferably within a technology company
• Deep understanding of relevant laws and regulations governing public sector contracts (FAR, DFARS) and compliance statutes
• Proven ability to develop and implement effective compliance programs that mitigate risks associated with public sector operations
• Strong analytical skills with a demonstrated ability to convey complex legal concepts clearly and concisely
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach to working across teams
• A self-starter who is comfortable navigating ambiguous situations and providing sound legal judgment

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate public sector customer agreements while managing legal engagements to align with regulatory and business needs
• Oversee compliance issues related to US and international public sector requirements, including but not limited to FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulation) and security regulations
• Develop and implement public sector-specific compliance programs, controls, policies, and procedures to meet U.S. federal, state, local, and international government contracting laws
• Conduct compliance risk assessments and internal policy gap analyses; adjust Databricks’ public sector policies as necessary
• Create and deliver training on government ethics and compliance for stakeholders interfacing with public sector customers
• Work closely with commercial counsel and various business units to ensure ongoing compliance with contract clauses and regulatory requirements
• Provide legal advice on security requirements related to government contracts, including FedRAMP and other agency-specific authorizations

Preferred Qualifications

• Active U.S. government security clearance or eligibility for clearance
• Experience working directly with government entities or in a similar regulatory environment within the technology sector

Benefits

• Annual performance bonus
• Equity