Patent Agent in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a patent agent to join its Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Patent Prosecution practice group in Seattle. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background, relevant industry experience, and excellent writing and communication skills.

Duties

• Draft and file high-quality patent applications.
• Oversee and manage patent preparation and prosecution.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of submissions.
• Focus on electrical engineering and software-related technologies.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in patent preparation and prosecution.
• Experience with graphics processing units, tensor processing units, accelerators, neural engines, and robotics circuitry.
• Admission to the USPTO.

Education

• Undergraduate or advanced degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, software engineering, computer science, physics, or mathematics.

Certifications

• Admission to the USPTO.

Skills

• Superb writing and communication skills.
• Ability to manage a diverse client base.

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Voluntary insurance including vision.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off.

Ranked as one of the Best Client Relationships firm and as one of the top Best Known Firms in the nation, the attorneys in this firm are invested in understanding their clients? businesses from all angels, including the risks, challenges, and issues affecting their industries. This AmLaw 100 firm values diversity and inclusion. Attorneys strive to build true partnerships with the firm?s clients. The firm invests in its associates by providing opportunities for professional development based on each person?s desired career path. The goal is to give each individual the opportunity to achieve their best and take pride in their performance and quality of work. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.