A leading consumer technology company (hardware, software) is seeking a registered Patent Attorney.
The role in particular will include:
- Assist the Patent Development group in conjunction with the business to identify patentable inventions in semiconductor and computer architecture technologies
- Manage outside counsel with the drafting and prosecution of patent applications both domestic and internationally
Scope of Work
- Title: Patent Counsel (Secondment)
- Experience: 7+ Years
- Location: Remote or Hybrid (Cupertino, CA)
- On site 3 days per week preferred, but highly qualified remote only candidates will be considered
- Hours: 40 Hours / Week
- Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k
- Duration: 6 months
- Start Date: No later than November 1, 2024
- Pay Rate: $90-$110 / hr
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the business to identify patentable inventions in semiconductor and computer architecture technologies.
- Manage outside counsel on drafting and prosecuting patent applications both domestically and internationally.
- Act as a secondee to the Patent Development group at the company, ensuring seamless integration and communication with the internal team.
- Provide strategic advice on patent portfolio development and management.
- Conduct patentability and freedom-to-operate analyses.
- Assist in patent litigation support as needed.
Qualifications:
- Registered patent attorney or patent agent with a strong background in semiconductor (CS/EE) technologies, silicon; experience with graphics processing helpful, though not required
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in patent law, with a focus on semiconductor and related technologies.
- Experience managing outside counsel and coordinating patent prosecution efforts.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Admitted to practice before the USPTO.
Required Experience:
- Registration as a Patent Attorney
- Semiconductor (CS/EE) background
