Ring Central, 
a fast-growing, well-funded venture backed SaaS telecommunications company is actively recruiting a patent attorney. This position will report to the General Counsel.
Responsibilities:
• Preparation of new patent applications for the Company
• Managing strategic development of the existing patent portfolio
• Working with Company engineers and product managers to identify patentable inventions and generate invention disclosures
• Understanding business needs and priorities to develop and implement an IP strategy
• Evaluate and monitor third-party patent portfolios
• Participating in negotiation of contracts involving IP
• Analyses related to patent acquisition, litigation, licensing, freedom to operate, and infringement issues
• Reviewing open source software licenses, advising on proper use and compliance
Requirements:
• 4 + years overall patent prosecution experience, particularly in the software field
• Software and telecommunications experience a must
• Electrical engineering or computer science degree
• Registered to practice with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
• Must be a current member of the California State Bar
• Trademark, litigation, and/or re-examination experience a plus
Contact:
If interested apply online by emailing rchiring1@yahoo.com.
Additional Info:
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: San Mateo, California