Senior Legal Counsel, Public Sector

MongoDB

Remote

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Location
Remote
Salary
$140,000–$275,000 / yr
Posted
3 days ago

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Similar $192k
This role $208k
$124k most similar roles pay here $291k

This role pays more than 60% of similar roles. Most pay $161,250–$222,500 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $208k versus about $192k for comparable roles.

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About MongoDB

MongoDB is a leading American software company that develops and provides commercial support for a popular, source-available document database. Designed to handle unstructured and structured data natively, its platform is purpose-built for modern cloud applications, analytics, and AI experiences.

MongoDB currently has 287 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $126,500–$209,000 across 104 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Senior Legal Counsel, Public Sector

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MongoDB seeks a seasoned commercial attorney to lead and scale its U.S. Public Sector and government contracting business within a fast-paced, high-growth environment. This role involves end-to-end deal execution for complex transactions, ensuring compliance with FAR/DFARS frameworks and FedRamp requirements while providing strategic sales advisory throughout the public sector lifecycle. The successful candidate will build legal playbooks, contract templates, and training modules to streamline negotiations and empower sales teams, all while monitoring regulatory changes to mitigate risks proactively. Ideal candidates have over eight years of experience in US public sector transactions, preferably at a law firm and high-growth tech company, with an active security clearance or eligibility to obtain one. Strong knowledge of government procurement frameworks and the ability to navigate complex contractual issues are essential.

Skills

FAR DFARS GSA FedRamp SaaS Cloud Licensing Professional Services Subcontracting Agreements Legal Playbooks Contract Templates Training Modules Export Controls

What you'll do

  • Draft and negotiate high-value public sector transactions including SaaS and cloud licensing agreements.
  • Provide expert guidance on U.S. government procurement laws and support compliance program development.
  • Advise cross-functional teams throughout the sales lifecycle for risk assessment and dispute resolution.
  • Build legal playbooks, templates, and training modules to streamline negotiations and empower sales teams.
  • Monitor evolving technology laws and regulations to provide proactive risk mitigation strategies.

What we're looking for

  • At least 8 years of experience in US public sector transactions.
  • Expert knowledge of FAR/DFARS and government procurement frameworks.
  • Active security clearance or eligibility to obtain one.
  • Ability to draft, structure, and negotiate complex legal agreements.
  • Experience building and maintaining legal playbooks and training modules.
  • Strong business judgment for assessing risk and providing clear legal advice.

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