[Remote] Senior Legal Counsel, Public Sector

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. MongoDB is transforming the data management software market and is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel for the Public Sector to lead and scale its U.S. government contracting business. The role involves managing complex transactions, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing strategic sales advisory in a fast-paced environment.ResponsibilitiesDraft, structure, and negotiate high-value public sector and commercial transactions, including SaaS, cloud licensing, professional services, and subcontracting agreementsProvide 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 programAdvise cross-functional teams throughout the public sector sales lifecycle, from initial RFP evaluations and proposal risk assessments to handling audits or disputesBuild, refine, and maintain legal playbooks, contract templates, and training modules to streamline negotiations and empower sales teamsStay ahead of evolving technology laws, government contracting regulations, and government and defense related export controls to provide proactive, actionable risk mitigation strategiesWork cross-functionally to launch new programs to support growth of commercial and public sector businessesSkills8+ years of US public sector transactions experience, preferably at a law firm and high-growth technology companyStrong working knowledge of government procurement frameworks and contracting vehicles, FAR, DFARS, and related regulatory requirementsActive Security Clearance (or eligibility to obtain)Excellent verbal and written communication skillsStrong attention to detailAbility to understand complex contractual issues, assess risk while exercising strong business judgment, and provide clear legal adviceCurious and passionate about technologyEnjoy working hard and overcoming challengesPhenomenal leadership and teamwork skills, and willingness to take on new responsibilityBenefitsEquityParticipation in the employee stock purchase programFlexible paid time off20 weeks fully-paid gender-neutral parental leaveFertility and adoption assistance401(k) planMental health counselingAccess to transgender-inclusive health insurance coverageHealth benefits offeringsCompany OverviewMongoDB is a global database software company offering NoSQL, cloud database, and AI-ready data platform. It was founded in 2007, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is https://www.mongodb.com.