Patent Law

Fast-growing, well-funded venture backed SaaS telecommunications company is actively recruiting a patent attorney. This position will report to the General Counsel.

Responsibilities:
? Preparation of new patent applications for the Company
? Managing strategic development of the existing patent portfolio
? Working with Company engineers and product managers to identify patentable inventions and generate invention disclosures
? Understanding business needs and priorities to develop and implement an IP strategy
? Evaluate and monitor third-party patent portfolios
? Participating in negotiation of contracts involving IP
? Analyses related to patent acquisition, litigation, licensing, freedom to operate, and infringement issues
? Reviewing open source software licenses, advising on proper use and compliance

Requirements:
? 4 + years overall patent prosecution experience, particularly in the software field
? Software and telecommunications experience a must
? Electrical engineering or computer science degree
? Registered to practice with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
? Must be a current member of the California State Bar
? Trademark, litigation, and/or re-examination experience a plus

Contact:
If interested apply online by emailing rchiring1@yahoo.com.

Additional Info:
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: San Mateo, California