Senior Legal Counsel (Product and Business (Hybrid) at JetBrains

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Job Description

You understand that good legal counsel doesn’t just mitigate risk. It also fosters innovation. Comfortable navigating the gray areas of new technology, you enjoy finding pragmatic paths forward and building frameworks that help teams move faster.

About JetBrains

We create intelligent software development tools for developers and teams. More than 15 million users, over 300,000 companies, and 88 of the Fortune Global Top 100 rely on our products to solve real, complex problems. Our mission is simple: make development teams more productive and AI adoptable at scale.

What you’ll do

As we expand our AI initiatives and explore new commercial models, the legal landscape in which we operate is becoming more complex. We are looking for a Senior Legal Counsel to join the Product and Business Development legal team. This role isn't about saying "no"; it's about figuring out "how." You’ll shape scalable legal frameworks that support product innovation, strategic partnerships, and sustainable growth.

You’ll work closely with the Product, Go-to-Market, Business Development, Marketplace, and University Relations teams, helping them understand and navigate regulatory realities while keeping the focus on user value. You’ll own the legal life cycle of new offerings and partnerships, collaborating with a team of experienced lawyers to solve problems no one has solved before.

Day to day, you will:

Advise on the entire life cycle of software products, services, plugins, and AI features - from refining early concepts to retiring older features.
Implement legal and regulatory requirements, including AI regulation and consumer protection.
Draft, negotiate, and advise on strategic tech, AI partnership, and collaboration agreements.
Support JetBrains Marketplace initiatives and relationships with third-party platforms.
Guide the legal aspects of our educational, academic, and research initiatives.
Improve legal operations by designing templates, playbooks, and self-service resources that reduce the need for manual legal review.
Equip the sales and procurement legal teams with product expertise to help them negotiate customer and vendor agreements.
Share knowledge and insights across the legal team and broader business to build awareness around best practices.

What you’ll bring

A pragmatic approach to problem-solving, balancing legal risk with business realities.
The ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly and simply to non-lawyers.
A strong ownership mentality, seeing matters through from start to finish.
Comfort making decisions in ambiguous environments, especially regarding novel technologies like AI.
A collaborative mindset, working well with stakeholders across different teams and disciplines.
A continuous drive to improve workflows, automating or standardizing routine tasks where possible.
Transparency, integrity, and the willingness to speak up when something doesn’t make sense.

What you’ll need

A formal degree in law (LLB, LLM, Mgr, or equivalent).
An extensive background advising multinational corporations on technology and commercial law.
A proven track record of successfully drafting and negotiating sophisticated commercial and technology agreements.
A deep understanding of software products, digital services, and technology business models.
Fluency in English and the ability to negotiate and draft complex legal documents clearly and effectively.
The demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex tasks and stakeholder relationships simultaneously.

What success looks like

Success means you’ll have become a trusted advisor to our product and business teams. You don’t just review contracts. You are actively involved in the strategy, ensuring legal frameworks are an enabler of growth rather than a bottleneck. Over time, you will have established clear, scalable self-service resources that allow teams to handle routine legal questions independently, freeing you up to focus on high-impact, complex challenges. You’ll leave things cleaner and more efficient than you found them.

Why join JetBrains?

Strong base salary. We offer competitive pay that reflects your skills and experience.
Flexible work location. Enjoy the freedom to work from home or from the office.
Remote work. Spend up to 30 days per year working remotely from abroad.
Extra time off. More days to relax, recharge, and do the things you love.
Medical insurance allowance. Enjoy peace of mind for you and your family
Learning and development opportunities. Access to conferences, courses, and language classes.
Language classes. Pick up the local language or sharpen your English skills.
Fuel your day. Enjoy a hot meal or receive a lunch allowance on workdays.
Mental health support. To help you feel your best, we provide easy access to professional mental health services.
Sports benefit. Enjoy an on-site gym or sports club stipend.
Internal events. Join company-wide celebrations and team gatherings.

*Some benefits may vary depending on location.

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Benefits & Perks

Health & Wellness

Health Insurance

JetBrains provides a medical insurance allowance covering employees and their families, with coverage details varying by location.

Dental Insurance

Dental coverage is included as part of JetBrains' health benefits package.

Vision Insurance

Vision coverage is offered to employees as part of the JetBrains benefits package.

Mental Health Benefits

JetBrains provides easy access to professional mental health services to support employee wellbeing.

Fitness Stipend

JetBrains offers a sports benefit that provides access to an on-site gym or a sports club stipend depending on location.

Financial

401(k) / Retirement Plan

Retirement savings plan available to JetBrains employees in the US; equivalent country-specific plans apply in other regions.

Performance Bonus

JetBrains rewards top performers with recognition and additional compensation tied to performance.

Relocation Assistance

JetBrains provides relocation support to make moving for a new role as smooth and stress-free as possible.

Commuter Benefits

Time Off

PTO / Vacation

JetBrains offers generous paid time off, including extra time off days beyond standard vacation.

Sick Days

Paid sick leave is available for employees who need time off for illness or medical appointments.

Paid Holidays

JetBrains observes paid holidays based on each employee's local country and office.

Flexible Schedule

JetBrains operates a hybrid model with flexible working hours, allowing employees to work from the office, from home, or abroad.

Remote & Equipment

WFA Allowance (Days/Year)

JetBrains employees can work remotely from anywhere in the world for up to 30 days per year.

Meal Stipend

JetBrains provides a hot meal at the office or a lunch allowance on workdays, depending on location.

Company Equipment

JetBrains provides employees with a custom work station tailored to their setup needs.

Family & Care

Caregiver Policy

Employees in Germany receive up to 10 days of fully paid carer's leave per year.

Parental Leave

Leave is offered to both mothers and fathers after the birth of a child.

Professional Growth

Learning & Development Budget

JetBrains funds access to conferences, courses, and language classes, plus customized development tracks for career growth.

Conference Attendance

JetBrains funds attendance at industry conferences as part of its broader learning and development offerings.

Defined Career Pathways

JetBrains provides customized development tracks that let employees shape personalized career growth paths.

Culture & Perks

Free Snacks & Drinks

JetBrains offices provide complimentary snacks and beverages to in-office employees.

Team Events & Social Budget

JetBrains hosts company-wide celebrations and team gatherings as part of its internal events program.

Employee Resource Groups

Employee resource groups include LGBTQIA+, Neurodivergent, Cultural Connect, Parents, Women's Empowerment, Mental Health, and Remote Employees groups.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I be based to work at JetBrains?

JetBrains runs a Flexible Hybrid model, so most roles are tied to one of its 15 offices across Europe (including Amsterdam, Prague, Munich, Berlin, Belgrade, Warsaw, Madrid, London, and Cyprus), the Americas (Foster City, Marlton, and Waltham), and Shanghai. Even roles posted as remote are usually locked to a specific country, so check the location listed on a job before applying.

Do I need to be a developer to work at JetBrains?

No. JetBrains hires across engineering, design, UX research, marketing, sales, and operations, and its careers page is explicit that you do not have to write code to be a match. Every hire, technical or not, is asked to complete a test assignment, which is how the team sees the actual skills a role needs in action.

What benefits does JetBrains offer?

Alongside hybrid flexibility and up to 30 days a year working abroad, JetBrains provides in-office meals, snacks, and drinks, a gym subsidy, a learning and development budget for conferences, books, and courses, and a top-spec equipment setup. Health, dental, vision, mental-health support, pension, and parental leave are included, though the exact coverage depends on the country you are based in.

What is the interview process like at JetBrains?

It runs in stages: an application with a CV and short cover letter, an application review, a recruiter call, and a team interview. You are then given a test assignment, for any role and not just engineering, which can usually be done from home. Potential teammates review it, followed by a final interview and a reference check with three contacts before a decision is made.

Who is JetBrains a good fit for?

JetBrains looks for people who raise the standard around them, care about why the work matters, and are comfortable owning decisions without close supervision. Having stayed private and profitable for more than two decades, the company builds without short-term external pressure, so it suits people who want the space to take their time and get things right rather than chase quarterly targets.