Patent Agent in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Job Overview
A law firm seeks a patent agent to join their Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Patent Prosecution Practice Group in Kansas City, MO. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background, relevant industry experience, and excellent writing and communication skills.

Duties

• Prepare and prosecute patent applications in electrical engineering and software-related technologies.
• Collaborate with clients to understand and protect their intellectual property.
• Conduct patentability and freedom-to-operate analyses.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution.
• Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

Education

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

Certifications

• USPTO registration.

Skills

• Experience with machine learning, artificial intelligence, and neural networks.
• Knowledge of telecommunications, including 5G and 6G technologies.
• Understanding of autonomous driving and radio frequency circuitry.
• Proficiency in hardware and communications security, such as encryption and decryption.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and life insurance.
• Disability and 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.