IP Specialist (Patent Counsel 2)

Its fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what theyre doing!
Were committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

If you like wild growth and working with happy enthusiastic over-achievers youll enjoy your career with us!

Lumentum Canada was awarded the 2022 National Capital Regions Top Employers for the 6th consecutive year and the 2022 Career Directory Canadas Best Employers for Recent Graduates for the 5th consecutive year.

Position Title:

IP Specialist (Patent Council 2)

Employment Type:

Full-time

Location:

Ottawa Onsite

About Lumentum

Welcome to Lumentum! Were all about harnessing cutting-edge tech to create a brighter more connected future. We are the leaders in optical and photonic products working at the intersection of innovation and impact. Heres what were up to:

Cloud & Networking

• Powering high-speed data transmission for cloud data centers AI/ML enterprise systems and communication services. Think streaming gaming and next-gen techwe make it happen.

Industrial Tech

• Innovating with state-of-the-art lasers used in industries like EVs solar power display technology and semiconductors. Were enabling the future of green tech and advanced manufacturing.

At Lumentum were committed to collaboration inclusivity and empowering our team to shine. Together were shaping the tech of tomorrow while supporting a culture where everyone thrives.

Why Youll Love This Role

At Lumentum were shaping the future of photonics and optical innovation and it all begins with protecting the ideas that power our this role youll help safeguard the groundbreaking technologies that define our business. Youll collaborate with world-class engineers scientists and business leaders to protect our intellectual property and ensure it remains a core strategic advantage.

What Youll Be Doing

• Develop and maintain company intellectual property protections and processes including patent applications trade secrets trademarks copyrights licensing and research agreements publications and intellectual property aspects of contracts and agreements.
• Prepare legal opinions and analyses of patents. Reviews and drafts significant corporate legal documents. Evaluates the validity of competitors patents and potential company product infringement upon valid patents of competitors.
• Responsible for pre-patent filing review providing legal advice to the company concerning the patent viability of its inventions and the advisability of filing patent applications covering the companys inventions.
• Provides other general legal advice and represents the company in matters relating to intellectual property law.

What Were Looking For

Experience:

The ideal candidate will have:

• A degree in law.
• Deep understanding of patent law IP enforcement and commercialization strategies.
• Strong analytical problem-solving and negotiation skills.
• Excellent drafting and communication abilities capable of translating complex technical concepts into clear legal language.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to align IP strategy with business objectives.

Perks Youll Love

• Flexible time off
• Health and wellness benefits (physical and mental)
• Tuition reimbursement and career growth support
• A workplace built for you: free gym games room prayer room
• Subsidized meals free coffee/tea
• Employee stock options and incentive plans
• A collaborative innovative and inclusive culture

Join a Team Thats Shaping the Future

At Lumentum were more than just a workplacewere a launchpad for creativity and innovation. Were committed to celebrating your unique talents and helping you grow. Our guiding principlesInnovate Engage Deliver Excel and Winarent just words; theyre the heart of what we do.

Lets Build a Brighter Future Together!

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Were committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and provide accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process. Your uniqueness makes us stronger sparks creativity and drives our success.

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Join usyour future starts here!