Associate General Counsel, Cloud Infrastructure & Technology (Coupang Intelligent Cloud)

We are proud to have the best of both worlds: a startup culture with the resources of a large global public company. This fuels us to continue our growth and launch new services at the speed we have been since our inception. We are all entrepreneurs surrounded by opportunities to drive new initiatives and innovations. At our core, we are bold and ambitious people who like to get our hands dirty and make a hands-on impact. At Coupang, you will see yourself, your colleagues, your team, and the company grow every day.

Role Overview

Coupang Intelligent Cloud is building the next generation of cloud and artificial intelligence infrastructure. We are seeking an experienced technology lawyer to support our cloud, data center, graphics processing unit (GPU), and artificial intelligence businesses. You will lead complex technology transactions, advise on product development and commercialization, and partner closely with business leaders and engineers on strategic infrastructure initiatives.

Based in Seoul, Korea, this position is open to candidates globally and Korean language proficiency is not required.

What You Will Do

· Lead negotiations for complex cloud, infrastructure, data center, GPU, software, and technology transactions

· Advise business and product teams on the launch and commercialization of cloud and artificial intelligence services

· Support procurement, capacity, and strategic infrastructure initiatives involving data centers, networking, compute infrastructure, and related technologies

· Develop scalable legal frameworks, playbooks, and commercial models that enable business growth while appropriately managing risk

· Partner with Legal, Public Policy, Privacy, Security, Compliance, and Procurement stakeholders on cross-functional initiatives

· Assess legal and regulatory developments affecting cloud computing, artificial intelligence, digital infrastructure, and technology services

· Provide practical and commercially oriented legal counsel to senior business leaders operating in rapidly evolving technology markets

Basic Qualifications

· Qualified lawyer in at least one jurisdiction

· 10+ years of legal experience gained at a leading law firm, technology company, or combination of both

· Significant experience negotiating and advising on complex technology transactions

· Experience supporting cloud, infrastructure, software, data center, telecommunications, semiconductor, or related technology businesses

· Ability to independently manage sophisticated legal matters and influence senior stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

· Experience supporting hyperscale cloud providers, artificial intelligence platforms, GPU infrastructure, or data center businesses

· Experience with cloud services, infrastructure-as-a-service, platform-as-a-service, software licensing, or managed services offerings

· Experience advising product and engineering organizations during technology development and commercialization

· Experience supporting multinational technology organizations

· Ability to navigate ambiguous and rapidly changing business environments

Recruitment Process

· Application Review - Recruiter Interview - Onsite (or Virtual Onsite) Interview - Offer

· Interview schedules and results will be communicated to candidates via the email address submitted at the application stage.

Details to Consider

· This job posting may be closed prior to the stated end date if all openings are filled.

· Coupang has the right to rescind an offer of employment if a candidate is found to have submitted false information during the application process.

· Those eligible for employment protection under applicable laws may receive preferential treatment in the recruitment process.

· Job title and responsibilities may be adjusted based on the selected candidate's experience and qualifications.

· Hiring may be restricted if legal qualifications required for employment or work performance are not met.

· This is a full-time regular position and includes a 12-week probation period; provided, however, the probationary period may be skipped, shortened, or extended if necessary for business purposes.