Patent Agent in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level patent agent to join their Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Patent Prosecution Practice Group in San Diego. The candidate should demonstrate high academic achievement, relevant industry experience, and excellent writing and communication skills.

Duties

• Prepare and prosecute patent applications in electrical engineering and software-related technologies.
• Engage in patent prosecution involving machine learning, artificial intelligence, and neural networks.
• Handle patent matters related to radio frequency circuitry.
• Address hardware and communications security issues, including encryption and decryption.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution.
• Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is required.

Education

• Degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, software engineering, computer science, or physics.

Certifications

• USPTO registration.

Skills

• Strong writing and communication abilities.
• Proficiency in patent prosecution processes.

Benefits

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