Patent Agent - Electrical Engineering amp Software

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Job Overview:
A law firm is seeking a Patent Agent to join its team focusing on electrical engineering and software technologies. This role provides an exciting opportunity for candidates with experience in patent law and a technical background in electrical engineering, software, or related fields. The successful candidate will play a critical role in drafting, prosecuting, and litigating patents for innovative technologies.

Location:

• Mountain View, CA

Duties:

• Draft and prosecute patent applications related to electrical engineering, software, and related fields
• Represent clients in patent litigation matters
• Counsel clients on intellectual property strategy
• Prepare and file responses to office actions with the USPTO
• Manage and maintain patent portfolios
• Conduct patent searches and legal analyses
• Communicate complex technical concepts to clients and stakeholders
• Collaborate with engineers and technical teams on patent matters

Requirements:

• 2-6 years of experience in patent prosecution and litigation
• Admitted to the USPTO
• Strong technical background in electrical engineering, computer science, or a related field
• Design engineering experience with chip companies is a plus
• Experience with wireless communication technologies (5G, 6G, 3GPP standards) is a plus, but not required
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Excellent academic credentials
• Strong organizational and analytical skills

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field

Certifications:

• USPTO Registration required

Skills:

• Patent prosecution and litigation experience
• Strong knowledge of patent law and intellectual property
• Technical expertise in electrical engineering, software, or related fields
• Legal research and analysis
• Effective written and oral communication
• Client counseling and strategic advice

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Days Off (PDO)/Vacation
• Discretionary performance-based bonus

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
228 Hamilton Ave, 3rd Floor
Palo Alto
California
United States 94301
Phone : (650) 752-1500
Fax : (213) 895-7306