Pegasystems Inc. is seeking a Patent Agent to assist Senior IP Counsel in providing IP thought leadership by strategically developing and maintaining company’s patent portfolio with an eye towards supporting the company’s business objectives.
Responsibilities:
• Work closely with Pegasystems’ technical, legal and business team members in the process of researching, generating and evaluating new patent ideas for the patent portfolio
• Assist with developing and implementing patent strategies
• Prepare and prosecute US and foreign patent applications, freedom to operate and validity evaluations, and technology related agreements
•Oversee and manage the work of outside patent and IP counsel
• Assist with researching competitor products/portfolios
• Assist with researching and evaluating potential patent acquisition targets
• Other responsibilities and key result areas will be assigned as required
Functional Expertise:
• Strong technical writing/software patent drafting skills (min. 10-15 patent applications in the software field)
• Passionate about, and have a good understanding (including current and historical knowledge of products, standards, and technical literature) of software technology and innovation in that field
• Superior English written and oral communication skills
• Strong research and analysis skills along with an interest in legal issues concerning patents
• Training or practical experience with patent classification systems and/or patent search tools (e.g., Innography, Thomson IP) is strongly desirable.
• Possesses the appropriate level of technical/functional expertise and knowledge
• Understands and applies procedures, regulations, and policies related to areas of specialized expertise
• Utilizes technology-based tools and processes
• Continuous learning and development
• Customer service orientation
• Results oriented
Behavioral and Interpersonal:
• Adaptability and Flexibility
• Listening
• Communication
• Role modeling
• Team work
Sphere of Influence:
Company-wide for all IP issues with a special focus on patents
Education and Experience Requirements:
Minimum Level of Education: Preferred registered patent attorney or agent with at least an undergraduate degree in Computer Science
Type of Experience and Minimum Number of Years:
2-3 years of software patent prosecution experience is required. Prior experience as a patent examiner and/or IP transactional experience is highly desirable
Travel Requirements:
Minimal, infrequent travel
Contact:
Please apply directly to michael.arasi@pega.com.
Additional Info:
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts