Technology Commercial Legal Counsel
Nebius· enterprise· Cloud Infrastructure· Sep 28, 2026 · 29d ago
Austin, Texas, United States · New York, United States
In office
Full-time
Mid
$80K–$105K est.
4+ years exp
Job description
About Nebius:
Nebius is leading a new era in cloud infrastructure for the global AI economy. We are building a full-stack AI cloud platform that supports developers and enterprises from data and model training through to production deployment, without the cost and complexity of building large in-house AI/ML infrastructure.
Built by engineers, for engineers. From large-scale GPU orchestration to inference optimization, we own the hard problems across compute, storage, networking and applied AI.
Listed on Nasdaq (NBIS) and headquartered in Amsterdam, we have a global footprint with R&D hubs across Europe, the UK, North America and Israel. Our team of 1,500+ includes hundreds of engineers with deep expertise across hardware, software and AI R&D. The role
Tavily by Nebius is looking for a Commercial Legal Counsel with experience in technology transactions and privacy to join our Legal team.
You’ll take ownership of commercial agreements that support Tavily’s global business, partner closely with our Go-to-Market teams, and help ensure compliance with applicable privacy and data protection requirements. You’ll also help shape the legal templates, processes, and guidance that support our continued growth.
This is an opportunity to combine hands-on deal ownership with broader work across technology, AI, privacy, and international transactions.
What you’ll do
Lead commercial negotiations. Draft, review, and negotiate customer, SaaS, reseller, service level, vendor, and partnership agreements.
Partner with Go-to-Market teams. Help move customer deals forward by offering clear advice that balances business goals and legal risk.
Support privacy and data protection. Negotiate data processing agreements (DPAs) and help strengthen Tavily’s privacy program across relevant markets.
Manage complex transactions. Coordinate cross-border negotiations involving multiple internal and external stakeholders.
Make legal guidance practical. Translate commercial, privacy, and intellectual property considerations into actionable recommendations.
Build for scale. Improve contract templates, negotiation playbooks, and legal workflows to make recurring work more efficient and consistent.
What you’ll bring
A J.D., LL.B., or equivalent law degree and admission to practice in the United States, an EU member state, or Israel.
4+ years of relevant legal experience at a law firm, a technology company, or a combination of both.
Experience independently drafting and negotiating technology and commercial agreements, including complex enterprise customer contracts.
Practical experience with DPAs and privacy requirements such as GDPR and California and other U.S. state privacy laws.
Working knowledge of intellectual property and copyright issues relevant to technology agreements.
Sound commercial judgment, careful drafting, and the ability to explain legal issues clearly to business partners.
The ability to prioritize competing deadlines and manage negotiations with multiple stakeholders.
Helpful, but not required
Experience supporting a SaaS or AI business.
A combination of law firm and in-house experience.
Familiarity with AI regulation.
Experience negotiating data purchasing or licensing agreements.
Experience building legal processes in a growing technology company.
Why join Tavily:
Meaningful ownership: Lead negotiations that directly support the business.
Close business partnership: Work alongside commercial teams on customer and partner relationships.
An opportunity to build: Help shape the legal tools and processes the company uses as it grows.
Exposure to evolving issues: Work at the intersection of technology, AI, privacy, and commercial law.
Key employee benefits in the US:
Health insurance: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and families.
401(k) plan: Up to 4% company match with immediate vesting.
Parental leave: 20 weeks paid for primary caregivers, 12 weeks for secondary caregivers.
Remote work reimbursement: Up to $85/month for mobile and internet.
Disability & life insurance : Company-paid short-term, long-term and life insurance coverage.
Compensation: In addition to base salary, this role includes bonus and equity.
##LI-CS1 Pay Transparency
We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages. Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors, including experience, skills, qualifications, the level at which the candidate is hired, and geographic location, consistent with applicable law. Base Compensation Range $206,400 — $258,000 USD Benefits & Perks:
Competitive compensation
Career growth and learning opportunities
Flexibility and ownership
Collaborative and innovative culture
Opportunity to work on impactful AI projects
International environment and talented teams
What's it like to work at Nebius:
Fast moving - Bold thinking - Constant growth - Meaningful impact - Trust and real ownership - Opportunity to shape the future of AI
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Nebius is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace and to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the country in which they apply and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility as a condition of hire.
If you need accommodations during the application process, please let us know.
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Benefits
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Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
401(K)
Parental Leave