Patent Agent – Wireless and AI Technologies

A prominent Am Law 100 intellectual property practice is seeking a Patent Agent to join its Electrical Engineering and Software Patent Team. This team works with sophisticated clients across telecommunications semiconductors and software industries on complex patent preparation prosecution and portfolio developmenThis role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge wireless communication technologies including inventions related to 5G 6G and evolving telecommunications standards. Candidates with prior experience in semiconductor or chip design engineering environments will find this role particularly attractive.

The team collaborates closely with innovators engineers and technology companies developing next-generation communication systems and advanced hardware platforms.

• Draft and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications
  

• Evaluate invention disclosures and assess patentability
  

• Draft claims and respond to USPTO Office Actions
  

• Conduct Examiner interviews
  

• Work directly with inventors and attorneys
  

• Assist with patent portfolio strategy and management
  

Experience in one or more of the following:

• 5G Wi-Fi and wireless communications
  

• Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning
  

• Processor and memory systems
  

• Image processing and computer vision
  

• RF front-end technologies
  

Preferred (not required): autonomous vehicles robotics natural language processing advanced wireless systems.

Why This Role

• High-level work with emerging technologies
  

• Direct inventor and client interaction
  

• Strong mentorship and collaborative IP culture
  

• Long-term career runway for Patent Agents
  

Requirements

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field
  

• 2 years of patent prosecution experience
  

• Registered with the USPTO (or eligible to register)
  

• Strong academic credentials
  

Benefits

Anticipated Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive base salary: $140000 $215000 depending on experience and location.
  

• Discretionary bonuses tied to productivity and contribution.
  

• Full suite of benefits including medical dental vision and life insurance.
  

• 401(k) and retirement programs HSA/FSA options.
  

• Generous leave policies (vacation sick parental) and 11 holidays.
  

• Additional benefits may include:
  

  • Coaching wellness stipends family-forming benefits and mental health support
    

  • Compensation for client development and community engagement
    

  • Recognition awards for leadership contributions