In the cloud, every second counts. On the leading edge of security, Sysdig stops attacks in real-time by instantly detecting changes in cloud security risk with runtime insights and open source Falco. Trusted by a large enterprise customer base, we are a well-funded startup, passionate open source enthusiasts at heart, and problem-solvers who are building and delivering powerful solutions to secure cloud-native applications.

We have an organizational focus on delivering value to customers. We appreciate diverse opinions and open dialogue to spur ideas. We believe in working together to achieve our goals, and we pride ourselves on a flexible work culture. We’re an international company that understands how to cultivate an inclusive environment across remote teams.

And we're a great place to work too - we've been named a "Best Places to Work" by Inc, the San Francisco Business Time, and Built In, with recognitions ranging from "Best Benefits" to a "Best Company for Happiness".

We are looking for driven team members who want to join us on our mission to lead cloud security globally. Does this sound like the right place for you?

What you will do

You will report to Chief Administrative Officer
Partner with the global People team to provide strategic advice on multiple employment issues including hiring, employee relations, data privacy, cross-border mobility, HR best practices, compliance, and people policies and programs.
Advise outcomes for employee relations matters, including performance management, terminations, investigations, leaves and accommodations, and manage employment-related disputes and litigation.
Operationalize compliance-based requirements and build scalable policies, guides, templates and training
Draft and revise global employment and benefits documentation and agreements
Highlight and bring practical solutions to existing and evolving employment law requirements and potential legal risks to the business
Collaborate with other cross functional teams including legal, information security, stock administration, payroll, and accounting.
Assist in managing external employment counsel relationships

What you will bring with you

Licensed to practice law in your home jurisdiction.
6–8 years of combined employment law experience (law firm and in-house).
Working knowledge of local employment and benefits laws in the following jurisdictions: Italy, Spain, Serbia, UK, Germany, and France.
Familiarity with employment or benefits laws in any or all of the following jurisdictions: Canada, Ireland, Japan, India, Australia, New Zealand, the Netherlands, Costa Rica, Singapore, Sweden, and Denmark
Experience or interest in privacy and compliance
Fluency in English is required

What we look for

Team player with a mentorship mentality — willing to share knowledge and learn from others
Comfort working in fast-evolving environments, with a practical, business-first mindset.
Excellent drafting, written and verbal communication skills and ability provide guidance.

When you join Sysdig, you can expect:

Extra days off to prioritize your well-being
Mental health support for you and your family through the Modern Health app
Great compensation package

We would love for you to join us! Please reach out even if your experience doesn’t perfectly match the job description. We can always explore other options after starting the conversation. Your background and passion will set you apart, especially if your career path is different.

Some of our Hiring Managers are globally distributed, an English version of your CV will be appreciated.

Sysdig values a diverse workplace and encourages women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. Sysdig is an equal-opportunity employer. Sysdig does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.