Semtech · 2 hours ago
Senior Corporate Counsel
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$230K/yr - $265K/yr
6+ years expSemtech is seeking a Senior Corporate Counsel who will serve as a key legal advisor specializing in intellectual property and commercial contract matters. The role involves leading complex IP and contract negotiations, providing strategic counsel, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to navigate legal challenges in the semiconductor industry.
ElectronicsIndustrialManufacturingSemiconductor
Responsibilities
Support comprehensive IP strategy aligned with business objectives
Manage and coordinate patent prosecution, trademark registration, and copyright protection efforts of external counsel
Negotiate and draft complex IP licensing agreements
Oversee IP portfolio management and competitive landscape analysis
Collaborate with R&D teams on invention disclosure and patent strategy
Manage relationships with outside IP counsel
Lead negotiation of high-value and complex commercial contracts, including master supply agreements, licensing agreements, technology transfer agreements, sales/distribution/reseller agreements, SaaS agreements, strategic partnerships and others
Provide strategic guidance to business teams on contract structures, risk allocation, and deal terms
Enhance and maintain contract templates, playbooks, and best practices for the organization
Ensure contracts comply with applicable laws, company policies, and strategic business objectives
Manage relationships with key commercial partners and resolve complex contractual disputes
Support M&A transactions from IP and contract perspective, including due diligence and transaction structuring
Provide counsel on corporate governance matters related to IP and commercial transactions
Draft and review merger, acquisition, joint venture, and strategic partnership agreements
Support preparation of public disclosures related to IP matters and material contracts
Serve as subject matter expert on IP and contract matters for cross-functional teams
Partner with executive leadership to align IP and contract strategy with business objectives
Lead cross-functional legal projects requiring IP and contract expertise
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
Active membership in good standing with the bar
6-10 years of experience in IP law and technology transactions, with extensive focus on licensing, and commercial contracts
Proven track record managing complex, high-value transactions and legal matters
Strong experience with semiconductor industry or technology sector transactions
Demonstrated leadership and mentoring experience with legal professionals
Exceptional drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously under tight deadlines
Proven ability to work independently and provide strategic legal counsel to senior management
Preferred
Previous in-house counsel experience at publicly traded technology or semiconductor companies
Experience with international transactions and cross-border legal matters
Knowledge of corporate governance best practices and regulatory trends
Strong business acumen with demonstrated ability to balance legal risk with business objectives
Experience managing outside counsel relationships and legal budgets
Strong project management and organizational skills
Strategic thinker with ability to provide practical, business-oriented legal solutions
Excellent attention to detail and ability to navigate complex regulatory environments
Collaborative leadership style with proven ability to influence and build relationships across all organizational levels
Self-motivated and adaptable, with demonstrated success in fast-paced, dynamic environments
Company
Semtech
Semtech Corp supplies analog, mixed-signal semiconductors, and algorithms for enterprise, communication, and industrial applications.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.07B2025-10-08Post Ipo Debt· $350M
2025-04-28Post Ipo Debt· $117.5M
2024-12-05Post Ipo Equity· $57M
Leadership Team
Hong Q. Hou
President & CEO
Mark Lin
Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2025-12-14
2025-12-09
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