About Us

dbt Labs is the pioneer of analytics engineering, helping data teams transform raw data into reliable, actionable insights. Since 2016, we’ve grown from an open source project into the leading analytics engineering platform, now used by over 90,000 teams every week, driving data transformations and AI use cases.

As of February 2025, we’ve surpassed $100 million in annual recurring revenue (ARR) and serve more than 5,400 dbt Platform customers, including Astra Zenica, Sky, Nasdaq, Volvo, Jet Blue, and Safety Culture.

We’re backed by top-tier investors including Andreessen Horowitz, Sequoia Capital, and Altimeter. At our core, we believe in empowering data practitioners:

• Reliable, high-quality data is the fuel that propels AI-powered data engineering.

• AI is changing data work, fast. dbt’s data control plane keeps data engineers ahead of that curve.

• We empower engineers to deliver reliable, governed data faster, cheaper, and at scale.

dbt Labs is now synonymous with analytics engineering, defining the modern data stack and serving as the data control plane for enterprise teams around the world. And we’re just getting started.. We’re growing fast and building a team of passionate, curious people across the globe. Learn more about what makes us special by checking out our values.

We’re looking for a strategic and business-oriented Corporate Counsel to join our legal team and support a wide range of corporate legal functions. In this role, you’ll lead key initiatives across governance, financings, securities compliance, and strategic transactions, while partnering closely with various teams across the company.

This is a high-impact role for an attorney who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and is looking to help shape the future of a rapidly growing technology company.

What You'll Do

• Advise on a broad spectrum of corporate legal matters, including corporate governance, board and stockholder matters, and subsidiary management.

• Support M&A and other strategic transactions, including deal structuring, due diligence, negotiation, and post-closing integration.

• Partner cross-functionally to support equity compensation strategy and administration, including oversight of equity plans and grants.

• Collaborate with HR and Finance to advise on employment, compensation, and benefits matters.

• Manage and support equity and debt financings, including due diligence, negotiation, and execution.

• Provide legal guidance on investor relations and securities law matters.

• Support risk management, insurance, and regulatory compliance initiatives across the business.

• Identify areas for process improvement and help build scalable legal processes and policies that align with business goals.

What You’ll Need

• J.D. degree and membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar

• 3-6+ years of legal experience at a law firm counseling high-growth technology companies and/or in-house at a technology company

• Experience in corporate governance, M&A, equity and debt financings, and securities compliance

• Deep knowledge of equity compensation structures

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with a strong ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels

• A pragmatic and solution-oriented mindset with a high degree of business acumen and risk judgment

• Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment with a strong sense of ownership and accountability

You have an edge if you have:

• Experience with M&A, IPO experience, or have worked at a publicly traded company

• Experience working at a scaling, global tech company

• Administration and experience working with platforms like Carta

Remote Hiring Process

• Interview with a Talent Acquisition Partner

• Interview with Hiring Manager

• Team interviews with current legal teammates and stakeholders

Benefits

• Unlimited vacation time with a culture that actively encourages time off

• 401k plan with 3% guaranteed company contribution

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage

• Generous paid parental leave

Flexible stipends for:

• Health & Wellness

• Home Office Setup

• Cell Phone & Internet

• Learning & Development

• Office Space

Compensation

We offer competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience, including salary, equity, and where applicable, performance-based pay. Our Talent Acquisition Team can answer questions around dbt Lab’s total rewards during your interview process. In select locations (including Boston, Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, New York City, San Francisco, Washington, DC, and Seattle), an alternate range may apply, as specified below.

The typical starting salary range for this role is:

• $172,000 - $207,900 USD

The typical starting salary range for this role in the select locations listed is:

• $191,000 - $231,000 USD

dbt Labs is an equal opportunity employer, committed to building an inclusive team that welcomes diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Even if your experience doesn’t perfectly align with the job description, we encourage you to apply—we value potential just as much as a perfect resume.

Want to learn more about our focus on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at dbt Labs? Check out our DEI page.

dbt Labs reserves the right to amend or withdraw the posting at any time. For employees outside the United States, dbt Labs offers a competitive benefits package. RSUs or comparable benefits may be offered depending on the legal or country limitations.

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