Director, Intellectual Property and Technology Transactions Counsel

Position Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate both (i) ordinary course and (ii) large-scale enterprise technology agreements, including software licenses (cloud, on premises and AI), managed services, R&D collaborations, and joint development agreements.
• Manage and resolve disputes related to intellectual property, working with the business units and internal and outside counsel, as appropriate.
• Advise internal stakeholders on legal and regulatory risks associated with artificial intelligence, machine learning, generative AI, and emerging digital technologies.
• Work with other AMETEK attorneys on intellectual property related matters and related legal issues, including AI, data privacy and cybersecurity.
• Conduct training and educational sessions with business units, engineers and R&D on software licensing, and AMETEK’s intellectual property protections and risks.
• Develop and maintain corporate policies, templates and playbooks relating to technology agreements, including AI procurement, AI-enabled products, and third-party AI services.
• Maintain working knowledge of GDPR, CCPA and similar privacy requirements.

Requirements

• JD degree and bar admission required.
• Minimum 7 years of legal experience in a firm or industry.

Other Skills & Competencies

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Sigificant experience negotiating technology agreements, including software licenses (cloud and on premises), ERP systems, R&D collaborations, and joint development agreements.
• Deep understanding of intellectual property law combined with an aptitude for grasping complex technologies.
• Familiarity with AI, data privacy laws and cybersecurity.
• Self-starter with strong organizational skills, ability to multitask, and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate with all levels of management including senior executives.
• Proven ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.

Employee Type

Salaried

Currency

USD

Salary Minimum

225,000

Salary Maximum

250,000

Incentive

Yes