Corporate Counsel, AWS Infrastructure Legal - Construction and Engineering

Corporate Counsel, AWS Infrastructure Legal - Construction and Engineering

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Amazon’s Legal Department is looking for a talented Corporate Counsel attorney to be based in Virginia to support Amazon Web Services (AWS), a dynamic and rapidly growing business within , with our growing data center construction needs. AWS is at the forefront of the "cloud" computing and service industry, providing IT infrastructure services such as on-demand compute capacity, storage, content delivery, database services, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and more.

This attorney will support the AWS Infrastructure teams responsible for the design and construction of AWS data centers and related infrastructure across AMER by drafting and negotiating construction and consultant contracts, developing and implementing compliance and training programs, and creating efficient contracting workflows. The role includes working directly with business and partner teams to provide day‑to‑day advice, resolve vendor management issues, and handle pre‑litigation disputes.

In this role, you will also interact with our Procurement, Public Policy, Public Relations, Finance, Compliance, and Tax teams, as well as manage outside counsel. Amazon offers its attorneys the opportunity to develop their experience and career with one of the world’s most recognized and dynamic brands. An ability to occasionally travel throughout AMER and globally will be required.

• 5+ years of legal experience
• Juris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalent
• Experience using English communication skills, both written and verbal, to foster seamless interaction with stakeholders at all levels
• Experience with engineering, construction or infrastructure contracts

• Experience as in‑house attorney
• Experience working cross functionally across several teams
• Familiarity with services procurement, construction, engineering, or infrastructure contracts

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $138,500/year in our lowest geographic market up to $229,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company.

Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign‑on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit  This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.