Patent Engineer or Agent

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Job Overview: A law firm in Denver, CO, is seeking a Patent Engineer or Agent with 2+ years of prosecution experience at a firm or in-house. The ideal candidate will have a background in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering, with expertise in video processing and video codecs. Familiarity with video coding standards and experience in virtual/augmented reality and AI is highly desirable.

Duties:

• Conduct patent prosecution activities, including drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
• Manage patent portfolios and provide strategic advice on patent portfolio development.
• Collaborate with attorneys on patent analysis/opinions of counsel and Inter Partes Reviews (IPRs).
• Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in video processing, video codecs, virtual/augmented reality, and AI.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering.
• 2+ years of prosecution experience at a firm or in-house.
• Strong knowledge and experience in video processing and video codecs.
• Familiarity with video coding standards.
• Experience in virtual/augmented reality and AI is a plus.
• Graduate-level experience or an advanced technical degree is a plus.
• Admission to the USPTO is a plus.

Skills:

• Ability to learn and adapt to new skills and best practices.
• Excellent time management skills to handle multiple ongoing projects and deadlines.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively within the firm.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Discretion and ability to handle confidential information with tact.
• Analytical mindset with the confidence to make decisions and initiate solutions.
• Adaptability and flexibility in response to unexpected changes.
• Good judgment and ability to maintain composure in challenging situations.

Education and Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering.
• Admission to the USPTO is a plus.
• Graduate-level experience or an advanced technical degree is a plus.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Elective/voluntary life, disability, and accident coverage.
• 401k plan eligibility for all full-time employees.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
Phone : (312) 321-9411
Fax : (213) 895-7306