Senior Corporate Counsel, Infrastructure Legal Affairs | Microsoft Careers

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Work type
On-site
Location
US
Salary
$147,000–$258,000 / yr
Posted
4 days ago
Closes
Nov 29, 2026

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Above market

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This role $202k
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TL;DR · Senior Corporate Counsel, Infrastructure Legal Affairs | Microsoft Careers

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As a Senior Corporate Counsel at Microsoft’s Infrastructure Legal Affairs team within CELA, you will lead a dedicated legal advisory group supporting the Azure Hardware and Systems Infrastructure division. Your day-to-day responsibilities include providing complex legal counsel to senior executives, managing intricate negotiations involving semiconductor development and supply chain logistics, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that mitigate risks and enhance business objectives. You will leverage your expertise in IP transactions, technology agreements, and manufacturing law to guide strategic initiatives while fostering a collaborative environment for your team of attorneys. This role demands proficiency in legal analysis, negotiation skills, and the ability to navigate ambiguous situations with sound judgment, all within a fast-paced tech-driven organization focused on cloud infrastructure and AI advancements.

Skills

Azure Kubernetes Docker CI/CD Python PostgreSQL AWS GCP Oracle MySQL Linux Windows Git Jira Confluence Terraform Prometheus Grafana DevOps

What you'll do

  • Serve as primary legal advisor for Azure Hardware and Systems Infrastructure division.
  • Manage complex negotiations involving semiconductor development and manufacturing logistics.
  • Develop strategic solutions to mitigate risks in technology and supply chain areas.
  • Guide a team of attorneys supporting hardware infrastructure projects and cross-functional teams.
  • Provide feedback on process improvements, including AI tooling deployment.

What we're looking for

  • Juris Doctorate or equivalent with 6+ years of experience as a practicing attorney.
  • Active law license and capability to meet admission requirements in relevant jurisdictions.
  • Proven expertise advising on cutting-edge technology agreements, including semiconductors.
  • Strong ability to work independently and contribute effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Demonstrated sound business judgment in ambiguous situations.
  • Experience managing complex negotiations involving IP and technology issues.

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