Product, IP, and AI Counsel
Core
Shape how AFS develops, licenses, protects, and governs proprietary AFS and partner technologies, including software, hardware assets, artificial intelligence, and other intellectual property.
Role type
Product, IP, and AI Counsel
Builds
Proprietary AFS and partner technologies (software, hardware, AI)
Domain
US Federal Government / Cyber and Emerging Technology
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery
Required skills
IP law, data rights, government contracting, software/SaaS licensing, open-source compliance, risk assessment, contract negotiation, federal acquisition regulations (FAR/DFARS), CUI safeguarding
Preferred skills
Technology transactions, law firm or tech legal dept experience, asset proposal and delivery support, security clearance eligibility
Technologies
SaaS, managed services, cloud services, secure software development frameworks, open-source licenses
Responsibilities
Interpret legal requirements for IP, Federal data rights, AI, open-source software, and secure software development; Partner with cross-functional teams to develop commercialization paths; Structure, draft, and negotiate contracts for emerging software, SaaS, and managed services; Advise on IP protection, licensing, strategic partnerships, and dispute resolution; Manage intercompany IP initiatives and transfers; Lead efforts on open-source software, technology partnerships, responsible AI, and risk assessments
