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Do you ever wonder what happens inside the cloud?

DigitalOcean (NYSE: DOCN) simplifies cloud computing so builders can spend more time creating software that changes the world. With our mission-critical infrastructure and fully managed offerings, DigitalOcean enables startups and small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) to rapidly deploy and scale modern applications. As a remote-first organization, our employees, like our customers, are based around the world.

The Ideal Candidate Will Possess

• Strong mix of legal experience (in house experience preferred) and excellent academic credentials
• Experience with strategic collaboration deals, technology partnerships, sales and other fast moving critical business transactions.
• Experience working on in-bound technology transactions, including data center, SaaS and other licensing and commercial agreements
• Experience or familiarity with domestic and international technology procurement at scale
• Interest or familiarity with cloud computing services and/or IT infrastructure
• Must be inquisitive, enthusiastic about technology, enjoy working hard and being continually challenged, and demonstrate sound judgment even in ambiguous situations
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task, move fast, and work collaboratively across numerous departments and all levels of a fast-growing international organization
• Strong work ethic and interest in process improvement/simplification
• Confidence in judgment, abilities and decision making
• JD and State Bar membership (in good standing)

Key Responsibilities Include

• Advising and negotiating key strategic deals and partnerships, both on a domestic and international scale
• Structuring, drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements across business development and procurement teams
• Collaborating with business development, infrastructure, and procurement teams to understand business objectives and ensure alignment with contractual terms
• Working closely with relevant business units on the legal aspects of product development, marketing programs, and other technology initiatives
• Providing strategic advice and guidance to management on contractual matters and potential impacts on business operations
• Conducting thorough analysis of contractual terms to ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and applicable laws and regulations.

Why You’ll Like Working For DigitalOcean

• We are proud to work here. You’ll be a part of a cutting-edge technology company with an upward trajectory, who are proud to simplify cloud computing so builders can spend more time creating software that changes the world. As a member of the team, you will be a Shark who thinks big, bold, and scrappy, like an owner with a bias for action and a powerful sense of responsibility for customers, products, employees, and decisions.
• We prioritize career development. At DO, you’ll do the best work of your career. You will work with some of the smartest and most interesting people in the industry. We are a high-performance organization that will always challenge you to think big. Our organizational development team will provide you with resources to ensure you keep growing. We provide employees with reimbursement for relevant conferences, training, and education. All employees have access to LinkedIn Learning's 10,000+ courses to support their continued growth and development.
• We care about your well-being. Regardless of your location, we will provide you with a competitive array of benefits to support your overall well-being, from one-time work from home stipend to wellness allowance to flexible time off policy, to name a few. While the philosophy around our benefits is the same worldwide, specific benefits may vary based on local regulations and preferences.
• We reward our employees. The salary range for this position is between $180,000 - $200,000 based on market data, relevant years of experience, and skills. You may qualify for a bonus in addition to base salary; bonus amounts are determined based on company and individual performance. We also provide equity compensation to eligible employees, including equity grants upon hire and the option to participate in our Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• We value diversity and inclusion. We are an equal-opportunity employer, and recognize that diversity of thought and background builds stronger teams and products to serve our customers. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.
• This is a remote role