Associate Commercial Counsel

Position Overview

• Location Type: Remote (Office located in Atlanta, GA, available for team member use)
• Job Type: Full-time
• Salary: Competitive salaries

Ditto is on a mission to unleash the full power of edge devices by removing all the plumbing required to build amazing applications. We bridge the digital divide by enabling real-time data synchronization—even when internet connectivity is limited or non-existent. Our peer-to-peer technology is trusted by major customers like Chick-fil-A and Delta Airlines, and we also work closely with the U.S. military on mission-critical connectivity solutions. As a fast-growing startup poised for a future IPO, our team is globally distributed, and our core values are trust, communication, and continuous improvement. We celebrate diversity and strive to create a team that encompasses a wide range of backgrounds, skill sets, and perspectives.

We are seeking a dynamic and pragmatic Associate Commercial Counsel to join our growing legal team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing and negotiating a broad range of commercial agreements and supporting cross-functional teams on legal and business issues. The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and is comfortable balancing legal risks with business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of commercial contracts, including SaaS agreements, vendor agreements, partnership agreements, NDAs, and service agreements.
• Advise internal teams (Sales, Marketing, Product, Operations, and Finance) on legal risks and contractual matters to enable business outcomes.
• Support legal operations by assisting in implementing and managing a contract management system.
• Conduct legal research to support contract negotiations and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Stay updated on changes in legislation and industry standards affecting the company.
• Serve as a point of contact for contract-related inquiries from clients, internal team members, and vendors.
• Foster strong relationships with external partners to facilitate smooth contract execution.
• Work with General Counsel to develop contract playbooks and train legal AI assistant to review, draft, redline, and identify risks in contracts.

Requirements

• J.D. degree and license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 3–5+ years of relevant legal experience, with a mix of law firm and in-house experience strongly preferred.
• Substantial experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements in the tech or SaaS industry.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to collaborate effectively across all levels of the company.
• Excellent judgment, attention to detail, and an ability to balance legal and business considerations.
• Familiarity with legal tech tools and contract lifecycle management systems.
• Must be licensed to practice law in one or more of these locations preferred: NY, GA, DE, or CA.

Nice to Haves

• Experience supporting commercial deals in international markets.
• Interest in AI, emerging technologies, and their regulatory landscape.
• Familiarity with data privacy laws and a working knowledge of how they impact contractual obligations.
• Provide guidance on general corporate legal matters, such as entity management, corporate governance, and equity matters (experience in these areas is a plus, but not required).
• Experience or familiarity in the federal sector or dual use technology is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Stock options
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Flexible vacation policy
• 401(k) plan

Application Instructions

Come join our remote team and discover the possibilities of your best career!

Company Information

Ditto is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, se