Product Counsel, Google Cloud Platform Core Products Team
Google · Atlanta, GA
- On site
- Full-time
- $300,000 / year
- Atlanta, GA
Job highlights
- Advise on Google Cloud Platform products and infrastructure.
- Handle complex AI, privacy, and IP legal issues.
- Support product launch and commercial transactions.
- Work with a dynamic, innovative tech environment.
- Competitive salary, bonus, equity, and benefits.
About the role
Product Counsel Google Cloud Platform Core Products Team
Google is seeking a Product Counsel to join the Google Cloud Platform Core Products Team. This role involves advising on a range of legal and compliance matters for innovative cloud products and infrastructure, supporting enterprise use cases and the developer ecosystem. You will work at the intersection of law and new technology, tackling complex legal challenges and helping to shape the future of cloud computing.
About the Role
As a Product Counsel, you will provide critical legal guidance to clients as they develop new services and features. Your responsibilities will include addressing compliance and regulatory issues, company policies, and business needs. You will help solve complex problems related to policy, AI, privacy, intellectual property, licensing, and security. Furthermore, you will advise on global legal and compliance matters throughout the product launch lifecycle and support commercial legal and sales teams on high-value transactions.
About Google Cloud
Google Cloud empowers organizations to transform their businesses with cutting-edge cloud technology. Our platform serves enterprise use cases and fosters a vibrant developer ecosystem. We are at the forefront of innovation, addressing challenging legal questions with creative and practical solutions.
Minimum Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD), Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), or equivalent degree, or equivalent practical experience.
- Admitted to the bar and in good standing, or otherwise authorized to practice law (e.g., registered in-house status) in the state where the position is located.
- 7 years of attorney-level experience in government, in-house, or at a law firm.
- Experience advising clients on product compliance issues.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience advising enterprise/cloud companies.
- Experience analyzing policy/regulatory proposals and advocating for business-oriented positions and compliance strategies.
- Experience leading projects with clients, colleagues, and advising executive leadership.
- Experience utilizing AI tools to streamline and scale legal support, with an understanding of AI, privacy, and intellectual property law.
- Excellent investigative, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to explain legal issues clearly to non-legal stakeholders.
- Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a dynamic environment and work both independently and collaboratively.
Compensation and Benefits
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $253,000 - $352,000, plus bonus, equity, and benefits. Specific salary will be determined by role, level, and location. Eligible US-based employees receive a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) with company match; generous paid time off (20 days vacation, 40-69 hours sick time); and paid parental leave.
Key skills/competency
- Product Counsel
- Google Cloud Platform
- Legal Compliance
- AI Law
- Privacy Law
- Intellectual Property Law
- Regulatory Affairs
- Enterprise Software
- Legal Strategy
- Contract Negotiation
Skills & topics
- Product Counsel
- Google Cloud
- Legal
- Lawyer
- Compliance
- AI
- Privacy
- Intellectual Property
- Cloud Computing
- Enterprise Software
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight product compliance, AI, privacy, and IP law experience relevant to Google Cloud.
- Showcase leadership: Emphasize experience leading projects and advising executive leadership.
- Demonstrate problem-solving: Provide examples of clear, concise explanations of complex legal issues to non-legal audiences.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience with enterprise/cloud companies and AI tools in legal support.
- Understand Google's culture: Research Google's commitment to innovation, collaboration, and equal opportunity.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What are the key legal areas Product Counsel focuses on at Google Cloud?
- Product Counsel at Google Cloud primarily focuses on AI, privacy, intellectual property, licensing, security, and overall product compliance. They also advise on global legal and regulatory matters throughout the product lifecycle.
- What is the expected attorney-level experience for this Product Counsel role at Google?
- This role requires a minimum of 7 years of attorney-level experience, gained in government, in-house, or law firm settings, specifically advising clients on product compliance issues.
- Does Google Cloud offer opportunities for remote work for Product Counsel positions?
- While specific working locations are offered in Seattle, WA, Atlanta, GA, Austin, TX, and Chicago, IL, the application process allows candidates to express their preferred working location among these options. It is best to confirm remote work possibilities directly with the recruiter.
- What kind of technical or legal background is preferred for a Product Counsel at Google Cloud?
- Preferred qualifications include experience advising enterprise/cloud companies, analyzing regulatory proposals, leading projects, and utilizing AI tools for legal support, with a strong understanding of AI, privacy, and IP law.
- How is salary determined for the Product Counsel role at Google Cloud?
- The salary for the Product Counsel role at Google Cloud is determined by factors such as role, level, and work location. The provided range is for base salary only, and does not include potential bonuses, equity, or benefits. Individual pay is influenced by job-related skills, experience, and education.
- What are the benefits provided for a Product Counsel at Google Cloud?
- Eligible US-based employees receive a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, generous paid time off (vacation and sick leave), and paid parental leave.
- What skills are essential for a Product Counsel to succeed at Google Cloud Platform?
- Essential skills include excellent investigative, problem-solving, and communication abilities, the capacity to explain legal issues clearly to non-legal stakeholders, and strong organizational skills for managing multiple projects in a dynamic environment.