Uber

Counsel, Core Technologies

Uber$187K — $229K *
Consumer Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Jurisdictional admission to practice law in Illinois or eligibility for in-house license.
  • 5+ years of experience in-house at a tech company.
  • Proven experience with AI-powered products and technologies.
  • Familiarity with JIRA, Docusign CLM, Google Workspaces, and Salesforce.
  • Strong ability to navigate compliance frameworks and provide practical legal advice.
  • Experience in developing and conducting employee training programs.
  • Skills in managing projects and building new initiatives.

Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive legal advice across product lifecycle stages.
  • Advise on legal compliance in AI development and implementation.
  • Support the establishment of AI governance frameworks.
  • Draft and negotiate contracts related to technology and AI systems.
  • Collaborate with global teams to resolve complex legal issues.
  • Develop training resources on Responsible AI and compliance.
  • Monitor and analyze emerging legal standards impacting technology and AI.

Benefits

  • Participation in Uber's bonus program.
  • Access to various employee benefits and resources.
  • Eligibility for telecommuting under certain conditions.
Full Job Description
Employer: Uber Technologies, Inc.

Job Title: Counsel, Core Technologies

Job Location: Chicago, Illinois

Job Type: Full Time

Rate of Pay: $187,000 to $229,000 per Year

You will be eligible to participate in Uber's bonus program, and may be offered other types of comp. You will also be eligible for various benefits. More details can be found at the following link [https://www.uber.com/careers/benefits](https://www.uber.com/careers/benefits).

Duties: Work with product, engineering, business development, and other cross-functional teams by providing timely and practical legal advice. Serve as a legal generalist across multiple subject areas. Advise teams throughout the product lifecycle, from concept and design through testing, launch, and post-launch operations, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Support the development and implementation of AI governance frameworks that align with global regulations, ethical standards, and company policies. Ensure compliance with laws governing intellectual property, privacy, consumer protection, content regulation, and emerging AI regulations across jurisdictions. Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, policies, and documentation related to AI systems, technology partnerships, and platform services. Collaborate with the global legal team to resolve complex issues, share expertise, and deliver coordinated support to business stakeholders. Develop and deliver training, guidance, and resources to internal teams on Responsible AI, compliance, and emerging regulatory risks. Conduct legal risk assessments and red teaming exercises for AI-driven systems, documenting mitigation strategies and ensuring accountability. Monitor and analyze emerging laws, regulations, and industry standards impacting AI, technology, and digital platforms, and provide proactive guidance to leadership. May telecommute.

Employer will accept a Juris Doctor degree and 5 years of experience in the job offered or in a related occupation.

Position requires:

1. In-house experience at a tech company;
2. Experience working on AI-powered products and in advising team in the development AI-driven technologies to deliver automated, customer-care experiences;
3. Experience using JIRA, Docusign CLM, Google Workspaces and Salesforce;
4. Delivering employee training, developing informational resources, and implementing strategies to effectively communicate and socialize an organization's approach to regulatory compliance across the company;
5. Navigating regulatory frameworks and providing practical, business-oriented legal advice;
6. Establishing and maintaining content and AI governance framework through the development and enforcement of clear policies and guidelines;
7. Applying structured legal risk assessment methodologies to evaluate potential legal and regulatory risks of new business initiatives, including determining probability and impact levels and guiding escalation processes within corporate governance frameworks;
8. Managing projects and a track record of building new or improving existing programs or processes.

Offices continue to be central to collaboration and Uber's cultural identity. Unless formally approved to work fully remotely, Uber expects employees to spend at least half of their work time in their assigned office. For certain roles, such as those based at green-light hubs, employees are expected to be in-office for 100% of their time. Please speak with your recruiter to better understand in-office expectations for this role.

About Uber

Uber Entertainment, Inc. is a privately held video game development company headquartered in beautiful downtown Kirkland, WA. Uber is currently developing Planetary Annihilation, a next generation real time strategy game of epic proportions.

Uber Careers

There has never been a better time to join our global team of Uber professionals—pioneers in the world of transportation and technology. Work you’ll do Join Uber’s industry-leading team to help drive forward the future of mobility and logistics for some of the world’s most dynamic cities and populations. Transform the way the world moves with the brightest minds at Uber, where innovation meets functionality to create solutions for everyday challenges. Lead from a unique position in the marketplace, at the intersection of technology, operational excellence, and user-centric design. Work with a global team of business and technology advisors to help clients and cities navigate their paths towards more efficient and sustainable urban transport solutions. Collaborate with a diverse group of Uber experts worldwide – a team dedicated to rethinking and improving the way the world moves. Introducing the Uber Innovation Hub We are building a market-leading team to pioneer advancements in transportation and logistics, ensuring Uber remains at the forefront of mobility solutions. Do innovative work Join a group of exceptional professionals where your skills in technology, leadership, and creativity can flourish. At Uber, innovation isn’t just a buzzword—it's the core of everything we do. Deliver targeted solutions through a depth and breadth of expertise and innovation that’s second to none, enhancing how cities, companies, and communities connect. Be part of a great team Engage with a wide-ranging technology stack and harness the unparalleled capabilities, global scale, and collective problem-solving skills of our diverse team. Future-proof your career Advance your career with Uber’s commitment to professional growth, offering extensive training, development, and certification support. Go as far as your ambition takes you with limitless job opportunities in a company that’s reshaping the world’s approach to transportation. Explore Uber’s approach to predictive maintenance ensures our fleet remains ready and efficient, reducing downtime and improving service reliability. Our end-to-end mobility solutions are transforming the way cities think about transportation, making Uber a key player in the future of urban mobility. The Uber Leadership and Innovation Alliance Our combined service capabilities, global scale, and joint solution development help overcome challenges and lead transformation in the transportation industry. Clients and cities around the globe look to Uber for new strategies and solutions to drive growth and innovation in the digital era. Stay connected Join Our Team Search open positions that match your skills and interest. We look for passionate, curious, creative, and solution-driven team players ready to redefine the world of mobility. SEARCH UBER JOBS Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who drive at Uber. READ CAREERS BLOG Job Alert Emails Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Explore the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Uber.
Learn more about Uber
Size
29,300 employees
Market Cap
$48.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$6.7 billion
Founded
2009
5 Year Trend
+35.3%
Revenue
$11.1 billion
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