Sr. Data Privacy & Risk Counsel

Engine

$182K — $253K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4-6 years experience in privacy law (in-house or firm), J.D. with active bar admission.
  • Problem-solver with extensive knowledge of CCPA/CPRA, state privacy laws, and FTC standards.
  • Tech-savvy; familiarity with OneTrust or similar privacy platforms is a plus.
  • Collaborative mindset with a focus on delivering impactful results.

Responsibilities

  • Craft and execute strategies for data privacy, AI governance, and risk management.
  • Collaborate with teams like Security, Product, and Finance for compliant customer experiences.
  • Lead design and implementation of automated workflows and compliance frameworks.
  • Provide strategic legal support and insights for risk evaluations and incident responses.

Benefits

  • Competitive base pay tied to role and experience, with bonuses and equity opportunities.
  • Access to a full range of benefits, detailed at engine.com/culture.
  • Hybrid-hub model for work flexibility, supporting both office and remote setups.
Full Job Description
Your Mission

As part of the Engine team, you'll play a vital role in an environment where innovation meets collaboration. Here's what you'll take charge of:
  • Core Privacy & Risk Architecture: Craft and execute innovative strategies to build and operate Engine's enterprise data privacy, AI governance, and risk management function, ensuring Engine stays ahead in the regulatory landscape.
  • Cross-Functional Risk Integration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams like Security, Product, and Finance to unlock new opportunities and deliver seamless, legally compliant experiences for our customers.
  • Program & Framework Leadership: Lead the design and implementation of automated workflows (such as CCPA/CPRA handling) and structured frameworks (including AI governance and tiered vendor risk programs) to enhance efficiency, scalability, and corporate compliance.
  • Strategic Legal Advisory: Provide exceptional support and insights to our clients and internal partners, ensuring every risk evaluation and incident response interaction with Engine exceeds expectations.
What You'll Bring to Engine

We're looking for someone who's ready to make an impact and grow alongside us:
  • Experience: 4-6 years of hands-on experience in privacy law, either in-house or at a firm with an established privacy practice, backed by a J.D. with an active bar admission in good standing.
  • Skills: You're a problem-solver with deep working knowledge of CCPA/CPRA, US state privacy law frameworks, and FTC Section 5 standards, and you thrive in fast-paced, innovative environments.
  • Tech-Savvy: Bonus points if you're fluent in OneTrust or similar privacy management platforms.
  • Mindset: You're ready to roll up your sleeves, collaborate across the enterprise, protect material findings through structural privilege, and deliver results that matter.

Applications for this role will be accepted through 10/23/26 or until the role is filled. We encourage you to apply early, as we may begin reviewing applications before the deadline.

Compensation
Our compensation packages are based on several factors, including your experience, expertise, and location. In addition to a competitive base salary, total compensation may include equity and/or variable pay (OTE). Your recruiter will share your complete compensation package as you move through the process.

Base Pay Range

$182,800-$253,000 USD

The Engine Edge: Perks & CompensationWe believe in rewarding great work with great benefits:
  • Compensation: Competitive base pay tied to role and experience, with opportunities for bonuses, commissions, and equity.
  • Benefits: Check out our full list at engine.com/culture.
  • Environments for Success: Different roles have different needs in terms of the environments that drive success which is why we have a hybrid-hub model. Whether you are in one of our amazing offices or fully remote, we'll make sure you have what you need to succeed.

Perks and benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and more.

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