Scale AI · 2 days ago
Lead Counsel, Product and IP
San Francisco Bay Area
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$231K/yr - $289K/yr
5+ years expScale AI is a leading company in developing reliable AI systems for important decisions, and they are seeking a Lead Counsel with expertise in intellectual property law. The role involves advising on legal aspects of product development, managing IP portfolios, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and ensure compliance.
AI InfrastructureArtificial Intelligence (AI)Data Collection and LabelingGenerative AIImage RecognitionMachine Learning
Responsibilities
Lead IP strategy for product development, embedding IP protection into the full product lifecycle from conception to commercialization, while also advising on related product and regulatory matters in collaboration with the broader legal team
Partner with Research, Product, Engineering, Operations, Communications, and Marketing teams to mitigate IP risks in product development, data licensing, and open-source governance
Support management of Scale's worldwide IP portfolio including patents and trademarks; assist with patent prosecution and trademark registration and enforcement
Advise on third-party, synthetic, and open-source data and models, ensuring compliance with licensing requirements; design open-source governance policies
Support drafting and negotiation of commercial agreement provisions involving intellectual property
Provide counsel on machine learning, robotics, and other technical areas, with ability to engage effectively with technical teams on complex engineering and product issues
Develop and deliver IP and data licensing training to enhance Scale's compliance culture
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience in intellectual property law at a top-tier law firm and/or in-house legal department (ideally product counseling within a high-growth technology company)
JD and active membership in at least one U.S. state bar (California preferred) in good standing
Ability to think strategically at a high level and from deep in the details to drive complex problem-solving and develop creative, business-forward solutions
Ability to calibrate risk, distinguish business from legal risk, and communicate it clearly to executive, business, and technical audiences
Roll-up-your-sleeves attitude to tackle projects large and small with a low-ego, collaborative approach across the organization
Ability to think quickly in a fast-paced environment with excellent organizational and communication skills
Deep interest in artificial intelligence, generative AI, and machine learning technology, with the ability to engage effectively with technical teams
Preferred
Experience advising on broader product or regulatory matters is a plus
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage
Retirement benefits
A learning and development stipend
Generous PTO
A commuter stipend
Company
Scale AI
Scale’s mission is to develop reliable AI systems for the world’s most important decisions.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$15.9BKey Investors
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2025-06-10Corporate Round· $14.3B
2025-06-04Series Unknown
2024-05-21Series F· $1B
Leadership Team
Jason Droege
Interim Chief Executive Officer
Brooke Peterson
VP Global Accounts
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