Commercial Counsel
LaunchDarklyFull Time
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)
Candidates must have at least 7 years of experience in technology transactions with an in-house legal team, specifically negotiating SaaS subscription agreements, license and support agreements, and professional services agreements. Experience working cross-functionally to resolve concerns, excellent written/verbal communication and negotiation skills, and the ability to exercise sound judgment balancing legal and business needs are essential. The role requires independent work, managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced startup, and familiarity with web application technical concepts.
The Senior Commercial Contracts Negotiator will provide primary support to the Americas Sales Team, structuring, drafting, and negotiating commercial agreements, including privacy addenda and security terms. Responsibilities include reviewing and managing NDAs, assisting legal colleagues with contract approvals and signatures, and training/interacting with sales, partners, and customers. The role also involves partnering with cross-functional teams, maintaining legal repositories, and working on projects to improve departmental efficiency.
Data streaming solutions for real-time processing
Confluent specializes in data streaming solutions, focusing on helping businesses manage and process real-time data streams. Its main product is built on Apache Kafka, an open-source platform that allows users to create real-time data pipelines and streaming applications. Clients, including large enterprises and financial institutions, utilize Confluent's tools to collect, process, and analyze data streams, which helps them make quicker and more informed decisions. Unlike many competitors, Confluent offers a subscription-based model for its cloud platform, Confluent Cloud, and its on-premises software, Confluent Platform, ensuring a steady revenue stream. The company also provides professional services like training and consulting to assist clients in optimizing their data streaming solutions. Confluent's goal is to be a leader in the data streaming market, enabling organizations to leverage real-time data for improved operational efficiency.