Patent Agent - Electrical Electronics amp Technology

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Patent Agent to join its Intellectual Property practice in San Diego, CA. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in electrical engineering, electronics, computer engineering, hardware, software, and related technologies. The position offers a hybrid work environment and may be filled at various levels depending on experience.

Duties

• Draft and prosecute sophisticated U.S. patent applications in electrical, electronics, hardware, software, AI, and related fields.
• Develop prosecution strategies for 35 U.S.C. § 101 eligibility issues, especially for software and AI inventions.
• Collaborate directly with inventors, engineers, and in-house counsel.
• Independently manage patent matters and portfolios.
• Conduct invention harvesting and develop portfolio strategies.
• Coordinate international patent prosecution efforts.
• Utilize AI-assisted patent tools to enhance efficiency and quality.

Requirements

• Preferably 4+ years of substantive patent drafting and prosecution experience.
• USPTO registration required.
• Technical background in electrical engineering, electronics, computer engineering, computer science, mechanical engineering, physics, or related discipline.
• Strong patent drafting skills and ability to understand complex technologies.
• Experience with § 101 eligibility considerations and responding to rejections.
• Experience with technology companies and substantial patent portfolios preferred.

Education

• Degree in a relevant technical field preferred.

Certifications

• USPTO registration.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Proficiency in using patent management software.

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Collaborative and inclusive work culture.

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