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Neo4jSenior Director, Product, Security and Privacy Counsel
Neo4j is a graph intelligence platform provider serving numerous major global enterprises, including a significant portion of the Fortune 100. The organization develops database and analytics…
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Neo4j is a graph intelligence platform provider serving numerous major global enterprises, including a significant portion of the Fortune 100. The organization develops database and analytics capabilities designed to help businesses process complex data connections. Neo4j is hiring a Senior Director, Product, Security and Privacy Counsel to act as an embedded legal partner across engineering, product management, security, and go-to-market teams. This position involves guiding legal strategy throughout the entire…
Job Description
Neo4j is a graph intelligence platform provider serving numerous major global enterprises, including a significant portion of the Fortune 100. The organization develops database and analytics capabilities designed to help businesses process complex data connections. Neo4j is hiring a Senior Director, Product, Security and Privacy Counsel to act as an embedded legal partner across engineering, product management, security, and go-to-market teams.
This position involves guiding legal strategy throughout the entire product lifecycle, from initial feature design to eventual customer adoption and scaling. The person in this role will handle complex matters related to open-source software, global data protection frameworks, licensing models, and commercial go-to-market motions. The ideal candidate translates intricate legal concepts into practical advice for technical stakeholders while helping the company navigate regulatory landscapes.
The annual base salary for this position falls between $260,000 and $300,000 USD, determined by experience, skills, and location. United States employees in this role are also eligible for stock option grants, certain annual bonuses, and standard company benefit programs including medical, dental, vision coverage, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary legal partner for product and engineering teams building cloud, on-premises, and hybrid offerings
- Advise on legal matters throughout the development lifecycle including APIs, architecture, data flows, and feature design
- Review product requirements and launch plans to manage legal risk proactively
- Guide inbound and outbound software licensing strategies, open-source contributions, and governance
- Provide counsel on privacy regulations like GDPR and CCPA, along with security controls and data-handling practices
- Collaborate with security and compliance teams during audits, customer inquiries, and incident responses
- Support product-led growth initiatives and scale legal frameworks for enterprise sales and self-serve models
- Monitor new regulations impacting cloud services, AI, and enterprise software to establish internal guidelines and playbooks
Requirements
- Juris Doctor or equivalent law degree with active licensure in good standing in at least one jurisdiction
- At least 10 years of relevant legal practice focusing on commercial, technology, or product matters
- Experience supporting developer tools, cloud services, or enterprise software products
- Working knowledge of SaaS models, software licensing, and open-source licensing concepts
- Familiarity with data protection and privacy frameworks
- Ability to explain complex legal rules clearly to technical and non-technical groups
Qualifications
- Prior in-house legal experience at a B2B SaaS or open-source technology enterprise
- Familiarity with infrastructure software, developer platforms, or database technologies
- Background supporting AI or machine learning tools, data platforms, or regulated enterprise clients
- Experience operating within a fast-paced, globally distributed corporate structure
Core Skills
Benefits
- Annual base salary ranging from $260,000 to $300,000 USD
- Eligibility for a stock option grant
- Eligibility for an annual bonus
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
- Participation in a 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off and eligible leaves of absence
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the salary range for the Senior Director, Product, Security and Privacy Counsel?
The annual base salary range in the United States is estimated between $260,000 and $300,000 USD. Actual compensation depends on relevant skills, experience, location, and training.
What additional benefits are offered with this position?
US-based employees are eligible for stock option grants, specific annual bonuses, medical, dental, and vision benefits, paid time off, eligible leaves of absence, and a 401(k) plan.
What level of experience is required for this role?
Candidates must possess a Juris Doctor or equivalent law degree, be licensed in good standing in at least one jurisdiction, and have a minimum of 10 years of relevant technology, product, or commercial legal experience.
How can I apply for this position?
The posting does not specify step-by-step application instructions, but encourages candidates from underrepresented communities who meet many of the qualifications to submit their applications.
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