Senior Counsel, Hardware Products and Technology Transactions

NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It’s a unique legacy of innovation that’s fueled by great technology—and amazing people. Today, we’re tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world.

Doing what’s never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world’s best talent. As an NVIDIAN, you’ll be immersed in a diverse, supportive environment where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Come join the team and see how you can make a lasting impact on the world.

We’re hiring a skilled attorney to join NVIDIA as Senior Counsel, supporting critical hardware products by concentrating on strategic collaborations and the sourcing of intellectual property. You’ll engage closely with product, engineering, and business-development teams to advise on products meaningful to NVIDIA’s growth and draft and negotiate complex hardware agreements.

• Support hardware product legal work streams, including IP development and licensing, product regulatory matters, and other strategic deals and technology transactions.
• Provide concise, strategic advice to senior leaders on IP, product, and regulatory issues influencing NVIDIA’s roadmap.
• Draft, review, and negotiate hardware-focused or technology transaction agreements, including strategic supply, licensing, collaboration, and co-development deals.
• Develop and maintain templates, playbooks, and mentorship for collaborations and inbound IP transactions to enable efficient, scalable deal execution.

• 8-12 years of relevant legal experience, including substantial time at a major law firm and in-house experience supporting a leading technology or hardware company.
• Strong understanding of IP issues in hardware and embedded software, including ownership, licensing structures, and risk allocation.
• Ability to negotiate and lead high-stakes, complex agreements with suppliers, customers, and ecosystem partners.
• Excellent communication skills and good judgment with the ability to offer practical, business-forward advice to senior leaders.
• J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school and a strong academic record. Admitted to the bar and in good standing in the jurisdiction of hire, or otherwise authorized to practice law, such as registered in-house status.

• At least 4 years of pertinent in-house experience at a top semiconductor or other hardware company.
• Self-starter who excels at leading projects, prioritizing tasks, and working collaboratively with diverse collaborators.
• Subject-matter expertise in one or more of the following areas: inbound IP sourcing, hardware collaborations, co-development agreements, and complex licensing deals.
• Prior litigation and clerkship experience, an engineering degree, or equivalent experience are a plus.

Widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers, NVIDIA offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. As you plan your future, see what we can offer to you and your family

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 232,000 USD - 368,000 USD.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until March 9, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.