Sr. Counsel; Product, Privacy, and AI

Veeam is the Data and AI Trust Company, specializing in helping organizations ensure their data and AI are fully understood, secured, and resilient to enable the acceleration of safe AI at scale. As the market leader in both data resilience and data security posture management, Veeam is built for the convergence of identity, data, security, and AI risk. Headquartered in Seattle with offices in more than 30 countries, Veeam protects over 550,000 customers worldwide, who trust Veeam to keep their businesses running. Join us as we go fearlessly forward together, growing, learning, and making a real impact for some of the world’s biggest brands.

#LI-REMOTE #LI-JC2 About the Role Veeam is seeking an experienced, commercially minded Senior Counsel, Product & Privacy to join our global Legal team. This role will serve as a key legal advisor to Product, Engineering, Security, and business teams on enterprise software, cloud services, privacy, artificial intelligence, and emerging technology regulations. You will play an integral role in the development, launch, and commercialization of Veeam’s products and services, translating complex legal requirements into practical guidance that balances risk, enables innovation, and supports responsible growth. What You'll Do

• Serve as a trusted legal advisor to Product Management, Engineering, and other stakeholders throughout the product lifecycle, from initial design and development through launch, commercialization, and ongoing operations.
• Assess new products, features, technologies, and business initiatives, identifying relevant legal and regulatory requirements and developing practical risk mitigation strategies.
• Provide legal guidance on enterprise software, SaaS, cloud services, on-premises and hybrid solutions, software licensing, intellectual property, open-source software, third-party integrations, and other emerging technologies.
• Partner with Product, Engineering, Security, and other stakeholders to understand product architectures, functionality, integrations, and data flows and incorporate privacy-by-design principles into product development and business initiatives.
• Provide practical legal advice on global privacy and data protection laws, including GDPR, UK GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, international data transfers, data protection impact assessments, data processing arrangements, and the collection, use, sharing, retention, and protection of personal data.
• Draft, review, and advise on product and privacy-related agreements and documentation, including end-user license agreements, terms of service, product disclosures, data processing agreements, and privacy notices.
• Advise on legal and regulatory issues related to artificial intelligence, machine learning, and emerging technologies, including AI governance, intellectual property, data use, transparency, responsible AI development, and AI-enabled products and features.
• Monitor and assess emerging global technology and cybersecurity regulations, including the EU AI Act and Cyber Resilience Act, and translate evolving requirements into practical technical and operational guidance.
• Independently manage complex legal matters, proactively identify emerging legal and regulatory risks, and collaborate with Veeam’s global Legal team and outside counsel as needed.
• Develop scalable legal processes, playbooks, templates, policies, and training materials that enable efficient and consistent legal support across the organization.
• Review and advise on AI use cases and technologies as it relates to internal uses and product uses

Technologies You'll Work With

• Enterprise software and SaaS
• Cloud services and infrastructure
• On-premises and hybrid solutions
• Artificial intelligence and machine learning
• Software licensing and open-source software
• Cybersecurity technologies
• Data processing and privacy technologies
• Software architectures, integrations, and data flows

What You'll Bring

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar.
• 10+ years of relevant legal experience, including significant experience providing legal counsel on technology products, software development, or related product and regulatory matters.
• Strong technical understanding of software and SaaS services, including legal issues affecting enterprise software, cloud services, and technology-driven businesses.
• Substantial experience advising on privacy and data protection laws, including GDPR and U.S. privacy regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to independently advise Product and Engineering teams throughout the product development lifecycle and analyze technical product functionality, data flows, and business models for legal and regulatory risks.
• Exceptional legal judgment with the ability to develop practical, risk-based solutions that balance legal requirements with commercial objectives.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to clearly communicate complex legal concepts to technical and nonlegal stakeholders.
• Proven ability to independently manage multiple complex matters, establish priorities, and operate effectively in a fast-paced, global organization.

Bonus Skills

• Prior in-house legal experience at an enterprise software, SaaS, cloud infrastructure, or cybersecurity company.
• Experience advising on AI governance, AI-enabled product development, and emerging AI regulation, including the EU AI Act, EU Cyber Resilience Act, and Digital Operational Resilience Act.
• Familiarity with software intellectual property, open-source licensing, technology transactions, and other IP matters.
• Experience counseling multinational technology organizations on cross-border privacy and regulatory issues.
• Privacy or AI governance certifications, such as CIPP/E, CIPP/US, CIPM, or AIGP, along with technical fluency and an interest in software architectures, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies.

What you'll get

• Unlimited paid time off, 12 paid holidays including 4 global VeeaMe Days for self-care and 24 paid volunteer hours annually through Veeam Cares
• Paid parental leave: 8 weeks for all parents, 16 weeks for birthing parents
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on your first day
• Mental health support, therapy sessions, and digital wellness tools via our Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions
• Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy support through Maven, plus paid volunteer time
• AirVet: 24/7 virtual veterinary care at no cost
• Legal services, identity protection, and supplemental health insurance options
• Tax-advantaged spending accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and commuting
• Opportunities to learn and grow through on-demand libraries (LinkedIn Learning, O’Reilly), mentoring, workshops, and learning events like our annual Global Day of Learning

Compensation Transparency Veeam is committed to pay transparency and equitable compensation. For this role, the compensation range below reflects the expected total target compensation (TTC), inclusive of base pay and a competitive performance-based bonus. For roles with a commission plan, the compensation range represents On Target Earnings (OTE), which includes base salary plus variable commission. When determining compensation, Veeam takes into consideration factors such as experience, education, skills, and geographic zone. Offers are typically made below the midpoint of the range. In addition to compensation, Veeam provides a comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage, retirement plans, and unlimited time off. U.S. Geographic Zones & Compensation Ranges (TTC / OTE)

Zone 1: San Francisco Bay Area, New York City Boroughs $235,200—$436,800 USD

Zone 2: Washington, California (excluding San Francisco Bay Area) $215,600—$400,400 USD

Zone 3: Texas, Illinois, North Carolina, Colorado, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Oregon, Nevada, Hawaii, New York (excluding NYC boroughs); Sales roles located in Georgia, Ohio, and Arizona $196,000—$364,000 USD

Zone 4: All other US locations $170,520—$316,680 USD

Veeam Software is an equal opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination in any form on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law. All your information will be kept confidential. Personal data collected during the recruitment process will be processed in accordance with our Recruiting Privacy Notice, which explains how your information is collected, used, and handled in connection with hiring activities. By applying for this position, you consent to this processing. By submitting your application, you confirm that the information provided, including any supporting documents, is complete and accurate to the best of your knowledge. Any misrepresentation, omission, or falsification may result in disqualification from consideration or, if discovered after employment begins, termination of employment.