- Lead and support legal contract negotiations on a variety of transactions including master supply agreements, service agreements, license agreements, NDAs, and more.   

- Develop and maintain contract templates. 

- Collaborate closely with Waabi’s global supply chain team on contract databases and contract processes for Waabi.

- Expand your knowledge of regulatory compliance as it applies to Waabi’s operations and assist with day-to-day compliance management.

- Manage day-to-day insurance matters.

- Draft business policies and lead yearly reviews of policies.

- Be part of a team of multidisciplinary operations managers, procurement professionals, commercial negotiators and policy leaders among others, using an AI-first approach to enable safe self-driving at scale.

- Juris Doctor and qualified to practice law in at least one U.S. state, with California, New York or Texas preferred. 

- 5-8 years of experience in commercial contracting at an automotive company, fast-paced hardware technology company and/or in private practice (business law).

- Demonstrated experience tackling thorny issues in hardware and part supply contracts.

- Solid understanding of how to balance contractual risk with sustainable contracting provisions based on company stage. 

- Ability to handle multiple competing priorities under time pressure, rapidly develop relationships, and identify the most important issues that will impact Waabi’s business.

- Dynamic problem solving skills and great business judgement when provided with incomplete information.  

- Open-minded and collaborative team player with the willingness to help others.

- Demonstrated willingness to flex and grow into new areas.

- Meticulous attention to detail & passion for contracts! 

- Experience working in automotive, autonomy, or hardware-focused technology companies. 

The US yearly salary range for this role is: $122,000 - $226,000 USD in addition to competitive perks & benefits. Waabi’s yearly salary ranges are determined based on several factors in accordance with the Company’s compensation practices. The salary base range is reflective of the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations.  Note: The Company provides additional compensation for employees in this role, including equity incentive awards and an annual performance bonus.