Full-Time

Director – Products and Services Counsel

Posted on 5/6/2024

Splunk

5,001-10,000 employees

Data integration and security platform

Data & Analytics

Cybersecurity

AI & Machine Learning

Compensation Overview

$198,400 - $341,000Annually

+ Incentive Compensation + Equity + Long-term Cash Awards

Senior

Seattle, WA, USA + 3 more

Requirements

JD degree from ABA accredited university and member in good standing of the Bar in the relevant jurisdiction
Minimum of 15 years of experience providing legal support to technology businesses at both a well-regarded law firm and corporate legal department
At least 6 years in the software/SaaS industry with strong understanding of cloud service offerings, including managed service offerings and multi-tenant SaaS architecture
Ability to understand technical lingo and concepts as well as be fluent in enterprise software development methods and business models
Understanding of Big Data (including ML/AI) preferred
Expertise in intellectual property, open source issues, data privacy, and information and product security
Deep experience and knowledge in reviewing technology license agreements and negotiating difficult transactions
Experience working with software developers and product managers to guide compliance and resolve complicated issues in creative and effective ways

Responsibilities

Support product development, readiness and releases by reviewing product release checklists for legal issues
Build trusted advisor relationships with senior managers
Engage with product team members for various legal matters
Support M&A activities including diligence and integration
Review, draft, and negotiate technology agreements
Perform due diligence to ensure compliance with agreements and regulations
Develop positive relationships with cross-functional partners
Pitch in on other responsibilities as needed

Description

Splunk is here to build a safer and more resilient digital world. The world’s leading enterprises use our unified security and observability platform to keep their digital systems secure and reliable. While customers love our technology, it’s our people that make Splunk stand out as an amazing career destination and why we’ve won so many awards as a best place to work. If you become a Splunker, we want your whole, authentic self, what we call your "million data points". So bring your work experience, problem-solving skills and talent, of course, but also bring your joy, your passion and all the things that make you, you.

Role Summary

Splunk Legal is looking for an experienced and motivated attorney to serve as a seasoned legal advisor to various solutions groups and business teams. You will work closely with key internal business and technology partners on various strategic and day-to-day legal matters relating to the development and release of Splunk offerings. You will support the introduction of new solutions and channels, ensure production readiness, build scalable compliance strategies, and address customer requirements. The position will report to Director, Products and Marketing (Legal).

Personal Characteristics and Skills:

To succeed in this role, you will need to possess and exemplify excellent business judgment and critical thinking; maintain a strong work ethic and a high degree of accountability; and have the ability to use business context to generate pragmatic and effective legal solutions to achieve business objectives while mitigating risks. You should be able to work independently as well as collaboratively and flexibly in a fast-paced and constantly evolving environment; and adapt your approach and demeanor to match shifting demands of different situations. You should possess excellent communication skills (oral and written) and sophisticated influencing skills to build trusted relationships both within and outside the department. Success requires self-motivation, inquisitiveness, confidence, diligence and a passion to learn about new technologies and to pave ways in unchartered territories.

What you’ll get to do

Support product development, readiness and releases by reviewing product release checklists for issues related to intellectual property, open source, data privacy & security, marketing, competition, payment, and other legal and regulatory issues
Build a trusted advisor relationship with senior managers
Engage with product team members, including product managers, field strategists, software engineers, data scientists, technical writers and marketing managers
Support M&A activities, including diligence and integration
Review, draft and negotiate technology agreements, including inbound/OEM license agreements, MSP/ISV agreements, partner interoperability agreements, strategic alliance agreements, consulting and development agreements
Perform due diligence to ensure compliance with third-party agreements, open source licenses, security attestations and government regulations and certifications
Develop positive, strong, and collaborative relationships with cross-functional partners across Splunk to effectively deliver on complex tasks
Pitch in on other responsibilities as needed

Must-have Qualifications

JD degree from ABA accredited university and member in good standing of the Bar in the relevant jurisdiction
Minimum of 15 years of experience providing legal support to technology businesses at both a well-regarded law firm and corporate legal department
At least 6 years in the software/SaaS industry with strong understanding of cloud service offerings, including managed service offerings and multi-tenant SaaS architecture
Ability to understand technical lingo and concepts as well as be fluent in enterprise software development methods and business models
Understanding of Big Data (including ML/AI) preferred
Expertise in intellectual property, open source issues, data privacy, and information and product security
Deep experience and knowledge in reviewing technology license agreements and negotiating difficult transactions
Experience working with software developers and product managers to guide compliance and resolve complicated issues in creative and effective ways

Splunk is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Splunk, we believe creating a culture of belonging isn’t just the right thing to do; it’s also the smart thing. We prioritize diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging to ensure our employees are supported to bring their best, most authentic selves to work where they can thrive. Qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, physical or mental disability or medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Note:

Base Pay Range

SF Bay Area, Seattle Metro, and New York City Metro Area

Base Pay Range: $248,000.00 - 341,000.00 per year

California (excludes SF Bay Area), Washington (excludes Seattle Metro), Washington DC Metro, and Massachusetts

Base Pay Range: $223,200.00 - 306,900.00 per year

All other cities and states excluding California, Washington, Massachusetts, New York City Metro Area and Washington DC Metro Area.

Base Pay Range: $198,400.00 - 272,800.00 per year

Splunk provides flexibility and choice in the working arrangement for most roles, including remote and/or in-office roles. We have a market-based pay structure which varies by location. Please note that the base pay range is a guideline and for candidates who receive an offer, the base pay will vary based on factors such as work location as set out above, as well as the knowledge, skills and experience of the candidate. In addition to base pay, this role is eligible for incentive compensation and may be eligible for equity or long-term cash awards.

Benefits are an important part of Splunk’s Total Rewards package. This role is eligible for a competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) plan and match, paid time off and much more! Learn more about our comprehensive benefits and wellbeing offering at https://splunkbenefits.com.

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Splunk offers a Unified Security and Observability Platform that integrates data from hybrid, multicloud environments to enhance resilience and security through accurate threat detection, rapid investigations, and automated response. The platform provides real-time visibility and troubleshooting, focusing on security and reliability.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

$1.4B

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2003

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

↓ -1%

1 year growth

↑ 1%

2 year growth

↑ 6%

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance plans for regular, full-time U.S. employees — choose the best plans for you and your family. Plus: Health Savings Account (HSA), Life insurance and survivor benefits, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Business travel and accident insurance, Voluntary Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity

Eligible employees enjoy: 401(k) Plan with a company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), Equity awards, Bonus or commission program

We support you and your family: Paid parental leave, Mother rooms and wellness rooms, Family Planning

Your work/life balance is important to us, that's why we offer: 16 company holidays, 15 vacation days, 10 sick days, 10 bereavement days, 5 volunteer days

Ensuring our employees' success goes beyond insurance plans: Education reimbursement, Electric car charging stations, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Stocked kitchens, Gym discounts/onsite fitness centers, Pet insurance discount, Student loan resources, Cool workspace with collaborative environments, 529 College Savings Plan