Patent Agent

Job Overview: A law firm in Oakland, CA, is seeking a skilled Patent Agent with a strong background in computer science or electrical engineering, along with experience in patent preparation and prosecution. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in machine learning algorithms and neural networks, with eligibility for admission to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

Duties:

• Conduct prior art searches and analyze technical literature
• Draft patent applications and responses to office actions
• Communicate effectively with inventors and clients to understand inventions and develop patent strategies
• Collaborate with attorneys and other team members to prepare and prosecute patent applications

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution
• Background in computer science or electrical engineering
• Working knowledge of machine learning algorithms and neural networks (e.g., FFN, CNN, MLP, RNN, LSTM, etc.)
• Eligibility to practice before the USPTO
• Background in computer science or electrical engineering, or a graduate degree in physics
• At least 2 years of patent attorney or agent experience
• Strong writing and communication skills
• Commitment to patent prosecution

Education and Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or related field (required)
• Graduate degree in physics (preferred)
• Eligibility for admission to practice before the USPTO (required)

Skills:

• Proficiency in patent preparation and prosecution procedures
• Strong understanding of machine learning algorithms and neural networks
• Ability to conduct prior art searches and analyze technical literature
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and analytical thinking
• Collaboration and teamwork abilities

This firm specializes in intellectual property law and has its headquarters in California. It has six areas of practice. Some of its practice disciplines are IP portfolio development, licensing-other IP sharing arrangements and analyses of competitor-target IP. Five adept lawyers round out this firm.