Genesys empowers more than 8,000 organizations in over 100 countries to improve loyalty and business outcomes by creating the best experiences for customers and employees. Through Genesys Cloud, the #1 AI-powered experience orchestration platform, Genesys delivers the future of CX to organizations of all sizes so they can provide empathetic, personalized experiences at scale. As the trusted, all-in-one platform born in the cloud, Genesys Cloud accelerates growth for organizations by enabling them to differentiate with the right customer experience at the right time.

We employ more than 6,000 people across the globe who embrace empathy and cultivate collaboration to succeed. And, while we offer great benefits and perks like larger tech companies, our employees have the independence to make a larger impact on the company and take ownership of their work. Join the team and create the future of customer experience together.

About Us:

At Genesys, we’re not just creating software; we’re shaping the future of customer experience. With innovation at our core, we’re looking for a Patent Counsel who shares our passion for protecting groundbreaking ideas that drive our success. If you have a strong background and expertise in patent law and are ready to take your career to the next level, this opportunity is for you!

Position Summary:

As our Patent Counsel, you’ll be at the forefront of safeguarding our most critical intellectual property. You’ll have the chance to identify and protect innovative technologies, guide our engineering teams through the patent process, and play a key role in both offensive and defensive patent strategies. Your expertise will ensure that our cutting-edge developments remain secure in a competitive marketplace.

What You’ll Do:

Innovate & Protect: Identify patent opportunities and lead the drafting and filing of patent applications.
Collaborate & Advise: Work closely with our engineering teams to evaluate invention disclosures and provide insightful patent advice that shapes our technological future. Work with external legal counsel in patent prosecution.
Defend & Assert: Assist in evaluating patents during litigation and play a pivotal role in defending our intellectual property rights. Collaborate with external counsel on a variety of IP-related transactions, both domestically and internationally.
Lead Projects: Take the lead on special projects and support the Deputy General Counsel – Intellectual Property & Product in complex legal matters that are crucial to the company’s success.

What We’re Looking For:

Education & Licensing: J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school and licensed in good standing to practice law in at least one U.S. state. Must be registered and in good standing with U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
Experience: At least 5 years of experience in patent counsel experience, prior patent prosecution experience is strongly preferred. Background in computer software or telecommunications preferred.
Expertise: Functional knowledge of PCT practice and proven track record in managing complex patent portfolios
Skills: Excellent communications skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and with outside counsel. Proactive approach to seeking out patent opportunities with the ability to navigate a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

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Compensation:

This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation range listed below. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and location. This role might also be eligible for a commission or performance-based bonus opportunities.

$112,350.00 - $220,450.00

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
Telehealth coverage
Flexible work schedules and work from home opportunities
Development and career growth opportunities
Open Time Off in addition to 10 paid holidays
401(k) matching program
Adoption Assistance
Fertility treatments

More details about our company benefits can be found at the following link:

https://mygenesysbenefits.com

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About Genesys:

Every year, Genesys orchestrates billions of remarkable customer experiences for organizations in more than 100 countries. Through the power of our cloud, digital and AI technologies, organizations can realize Experience as a Service™ our vision for empathetic customer experiences at scale. With Genesys, organizations have the power to deliver proactive, predictive, and hyper personalized experiences to deepen their customer connection across every marketing, sales, and service moment on any channel, while also improving employee productivity and engagement. By transforming back-office technology to a modern revenue velocity engine Genesys enables true intimacy at scale to foster customer trust and loyalty. Visit

www.genesys.com

Reasonable Accommodations:

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Genesys is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity in the workplace. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, domestic partner status, national origin, genetics, disability, military and veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

Please note that recruiters will never ask for sensitive personal or financial information during the application phase.

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