Senior Legal Counsel
Armada, Bellevue, WA, United States
Bellevue Office, Sunset Corporate Campus
About the Company Armada
is a full-stack edge infrastructure company delivering compute, connectivity, and sovereign AI/ML to some of the world’s most remote places. Named one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies, Armada’s solutions are deployed in over 60 countries globally for organizations ranging from energy to defense.
With over $200 million in funding, Armada is backed by top investors such as Microsoft (M12) and Founders Fund, and has strategic partnerships including Starlink, Skydio, and NVIDIA. We are looking for the most brilliant minds in the world to join us.
Working at Armada means taking ownership, driving autonomy, and delivering impact. You’ll tackle challenges that haven’t been solved before and help build something transformative from the ground up. What you do here will not only define your career but help further Armada’s mission to bridge the digital divide for customers around the world.
About the Role Senior Counsel
to join our Legal team. This role requires strong independent ownership, deep domain expertise, and the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders on complex commercial and regulatory matters.
You will play a critical role in enabling Armada’s growth by leading high-impact transactions, shaping legal strategy within your domain, and delivering pragmatic, business-oriented counsel in a fast-paced environment.
Location:
This role is remote-based on the continental US.
What You’ll Do (Key Responsibilities)
Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements, including MSAs, reseller/partner agreements, DPAs, and public sector contracts
Lead complex, high-value technology transactions end-to-end, including negotiation strategy, stakeholder alignment, and escalation management
Serve as a strategic legal partner to sales, revenue, product, and compliance teams, balancing risk with business objectives
Independently manage a high volume of deals with minimal oversight while maintaining quality and velocity
Design and implement scalable legal processes, templates, and playbooks to support company growth
Interpret and apply evolving legal and regulatory frameworks (AI, data privacy, government contracting) to Armada’s business model
Provide clear, actionable guidance on legal and compliance risks, including proposing solutions—not just identifying issues
Build strong cross-functional relationships and influence decision-making across teams and levels
Support expansion into public sector markets through compliance program development and contract strategy
Manage outside counsel efficiently and escalate strategically when needed
Required Qualifications
6+ years of experience supporting commercial transactions
3+ years of in-house experience in B2B software, infrastructure, or systems companies
Proven ability to independently lead complex deal negotiations and close transactions on critical timelines
Strong business acumen and pragmatic legal judgment
Demonstrated success operating in fast-paced, early-stage or high-growth environments
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Additional Qualifications
Experience with public sector or government contracting
Familiarity with data privacy, AI, and emerging technology regulations
For U.S. based candidates: To ensure fairness and transparency, the starting base salary range for this role for candidates in the U.S. is listed, varying based on location, experience, skills, and qualifications. In addition to base salary, this role will also be offered equity and subsidized benefits (details available upon request).
We use a geographic pay structure based on cost-of-labor markets.
Tier 1 (e.g., SF Bay Area, NYC, Seattle):
$193,570 – $241,960
Final compensation will be determined by experience, scope, and level, and may vary from the posted range.
Competitive base salary and equity
Medical, dental, and vision (subsidized cost)
Health savings accounts (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), and dependent care FSAs (DCFSA)
Retirement plan options, including 401(k) and Roth 401(k)
Unlimited paid time off (PTO)
14 paid company holidays per year
Equal Opportunity Statement Armada is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination or harassment based on race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law. Hiring is guided by qualifications, merit, and business needs.
Unsolicited Resumes and Candidates Armada does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from external agencies or recruiters. All candidates must apply directly through our careers page. Any resumes submitted by agencies without a prior signed agreement will be considered unsolicited and Armada will not be obligated to pay any fees.
Compensation details are provided for transparency; final terms vary by experience and role scope.
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About the Company Armada
is a full-stack edge infrastructure company delivering compute, connectivity, and sovereign AI/ML to some of the world’s most remote places. Named one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies, Armada’s solutions are deployed in over 60 countries globally for organizations ranging from energy to defense.
With over $200 million in funding, Armada is backed by top investors such as Microsoft (M12) and Founders Fund, and has strategic partnerships including Starlink, Skydio, and NVIDIA. We are looking for the most brilliant minds in the world to join us.
Working at Armada means taking ownership, driving autonomy, and delivering impact. You’ll tackle challenges that haven’t been solved before and help build something transformative from the ground up. What you do here will not only define your career but help further Armada’s mission to bridge the digital divide for customers around the world.
About the Role Senior Counsel
to join our Legal team. This role requires strong independent ownership, deep domain expertise, and the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders on complex commercial and regulatory matters.
You will play a critical role in enabling Armada’s growth by leading high-impact transactions, shaping legal strategy within your domain, and delivering pragmatic, business-oriented counsel in a fast-paced environment.
Location:
This role is remote-based on the continental US.
What You’ll Do (Key Responsibilities)
Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements, including MSAs, reseller/partner agreements, DPAs, and public sector contracts
Lead complex, high-value technology transactions end-to-end, including negotiation strategy, stakeholder alignment, and escalation management
Serve as a strategic legal partner to sales, revenue, product, and compliance teams, balancing risk with business objectives
Independently manage a high volume of deals with minimal oversight while maintaining quality and velocity
Design and implement scalable legal processes, templates, and playbooks to support company growth
Interpret and apply evolving legal and regulatory frameworks (AI, data privacy, government contracting) to Armada’s business model
Provide clear, actionable guidance on legal and compliance risks, including proposing solutions—not just identifying issues
Build strong cross-functional relationships and influence decision-making across teams and levels
Support expansion into public sector markets through compliance program development and contract strategy
Manage outside counsel efficiently and escalate strategically when needed
Required Qualifications
6+ years of experience supporting commercial transactions
3+ years of in-house experience in B2B software, infrastructure, or systems companies
Proven ability to independently lead complex deal negotiations and close transactions on critical timelines
Strong business acumen and pragmatic legal judgment
Demonstrated success operating in fast-paced, early-stage or high-growth environments
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Additional Qualifications
Experience with public sector or government contracting
Familiarity with data privacy, AI, and emerging technology regulations
For U.S. based candidates: To ensure fairness and transparency, the starting base salary range for this role for candidates in the U.S. is listed, varying based on location, experience, skills, and qualifications. In addition to base salary, this role will also be offered equity and subsidized benefits (details available upon request).
We use a geographic pay structure based on cost-of-labor markets.
Tier 1 (e.g., SF Bay Area, NYC, Seattle):
$193,570 – $241,960
Final compensation will be determined by experience, scope, and level, and may vary from the posted range.
Competitive base salary and equity
Medical, dental, and vision (subsidized cost)
Health savings accounts (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), and dependent care FSAs (DCFSA)
Retirement plan options, including 401(k) and Roth 401(k)
Unlimited paid time off (PTO)
14 paid company holidays per year
Equal Opportunity Statement Armada is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination or harassment based on race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law. Hiring is guided by qualifications, merit, and business needs.
Unsolicited Resumes and Candidates Armada does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from external agencies or recruiters. All candidates must apply directly through our careers page. Any resumes submitted by agencies without a prior signed agreement will be considered unsolicited and Armada will not be obligated to pay any fees.
Compensation details are provided for transparency; final terms vary by experience and role scope.
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