Director, Product Counsel
Axon Enterprise, a leader in public safety technology, is seeking a Director of Product Counsel to guide the development and market introduction of Axon 911 products. This role involves ensuring that products are developed responsibly, with a strong emphasis on trust, privacy, and security. The position offers an opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology at the intersection of AI, privacy, and security, influencing product direction and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Key responsibilities include serving as the primary legal advisor for Axon 911, providing guidance from early design through launch and ongoing operation. The role involves reviewing product features, roadmaps, and integrations, offering clear and practical legal advice to inform business decisions. Additionally, the Director will act as the legal liaison to various departments, including Privacy, InfoSec, Compliance, Marketing, Product, Engineering, and Intellectual Property, ensuring alignment on risk positions and resolving legal questions that span multiple disciplines.
Candidates should possess a Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and be admitted to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction. A minimum of 5 to 7 years of legal experience, focusing on technology, product, or commercial matters, is required. Experience with risk management, including assessing risks and recommending practical solutions, is essential. Strong issue-spotting skills and the ability to communicate complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders are crucial. Managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and exercising sound judgment with limited supervision are also important.
Preferred qualifications include experience advising on AI products, familiarity with public safety, law enforcement, or government customers, and knowledge of privacy and data protection laws. Experience reviewing advertising and marketing claims for technology products is also beneficial. The compensation package includes a competitive salary ranging from $227,500 to $270,000 USD, along with benefits such as discretionary paid time off, paid parental leave, medical, dental, and vision plans, fitness programs, emotional and mental wellness support, learning and development programs, and employee resource groups.
Axon fosters a culture of creativity, customer focus, and community. The company values diverse perspectives and emphasizes trust, respectful candor, and teamwork. Axon has been recognized as a Great Place to Work for two consecutive years, with 87% of employees affirming it as such. This recognition reflects the company's commitment to providing a supportive and engaging work environment.