Commercial Counsel

FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM), is a leading provider of essential test and measurement technologies along the full semiconductor product life cycle — from characterization, modeling, reliability, and design de-bug, to qualification and production test. Semiconductor companies rely upon FormFactor’s products and services to accelerate profitability by optimizing device performance and advancing yield knowledge. The company serves customers through its network of facilities in Asia, Europe, and North America.

Everyone can make an impact here. Whether it's improving products, supporting customers, or positively influencing peers and the community, the contributions of our people matter.

We are looking for a Commercial Contracts Counsel to join our legal team to support the review, drafting, and negotiation of a broad range of commercial agreements. This role will work closely with business partners across sales, procurement, supply chain, finance, IT, and engineering teams to facilitate business transactions while helping manag e legal and business risk.

The successful candidate will serve as a day to day advis or on routine and moderately complex contracting matters and will collaborate with senior members of the legal team on more complex, strategic or non-standard transactions.

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including master supply agreements, sales contracts, purchase orders, statements of work, vendor/supplier agreements, equipment procurement contracts, software licenses, NDAs, and services agreements
• Partner with sales, procurement, and business teams to provide guidance on contract terms, risk allocation, and negotiation strategy
• Support the maintenance and continuous improvement of the company's contract templates, playbooks, standard terms, and contract management system (e.g., Ironclad) to drive consistency and efficiency
• E scalate complex, high-risk or non-standard contract issues to senior legal leadership
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting commercial contracting in the semiconductor industry, including export controls, trade compliance, and IP licensing considerations
• Partner with finance, compliance, and other internal stakeholders as needed on contract-related matters

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
• Active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar
• 3 - 5 years of relevant legal experience in commercial transactions, contract drafting/negotiation, or technology transactions
• Strong contract drafting skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage a high volume of contracts simultaneously
• Excellent judgment in balancing legal risk with business objectives
• Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and communicate clearly with non-legal stakeholders

• 1-2 years of experience at a large law firm (Am Law 50 or equivalent) with a transactional or technology transactions practice
• Experience in the semiconductor, electronics, or advanced technology manufacturing industry
• Familiarity with semiconductor-specific contract structures, including IP licensing, equipment and materials supply and purchase agreements
• Familiarity with Ironclad

Contract Law, Contract Negotiations, Contract Writing, Legal Negotiations, Legal Operations, Legal Writing

Minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 3 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent work | Required

This role in Livermore, California pays between $155,800.00 and $204,435.00 per year, depending on your experience, skills, and background. Pay may vary in other locations. We offer a full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, a 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), and paid time off. You’ll also be eligible for quarterly profit-sharing bonuses and flexible spending or savings accounts.