EE/CS Patent Agent
- Houston, TX, United States
$160,000 to $225,000 USD / year
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Job details
- Pay
- $160,000 to $225,000 USD / year
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Patent Agent – Software Technologies
Multiple U.S. Offices
An established national law firm seeks a full-time, USPTO-registered Patent Agent to join its electronics and software patent prosecution practice.
Technical Focus
Software technologies, including AI, cloud computing, cybersecurity/encryption, bioinformatics, mobile applications, databases and networking.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and prosecute software-related patent applications.
- Work with inventors and attorneys to identify and protect innovations.
- Support patent portfolio development and client counseling.
Requirements
- 3+ years of patent prosecution experience preferred, with experience drafting and prosecuting software-related applications.
- Degree in CS, CE, EE, Mathematics, Physics or a related field.
- USPTO registration required.
- Strong writing, communication and analytical skills, with careful attention to detail.
- Relevant technical education or prosecution experience in the technologies above.
- Transcripts and patent prosecution writing samples will be requested.
Benefits
Benefits
- Medical, dental and vision insurance; HSA and FSA options.
- 401(k) plan and profit sharing.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Backup childcare and eldercare.
Compensation
The anticipated annual base salary range is $160,000–$225,000. Actual base salary will depend on relevant experience, technical background, qualifications and other job-related factors.