Tessera 
is seeking a Senior Director, Patent and Technology Transactions, to work in its San Jose, Calif., offices. This person would be a key member of the Intellectual Property Group with direct responsibility for drafting and negotiating patent and technology transaction agreements for the Intellectual Property segment, which generates the majority of Tessera’s revenue and profit. The position would report directly to Tessera’s Senior Vice President, Legal & IP Management.
Key responsibilities include:
• Negotiate and draft patent and technology licenses, patent acquisition and sale agreements, and other patent monetization agreements;
• Assist in formulating and implementing patent business strategy; and
• Educate and advise business and sales staff regarding patent and transactional concepts and issues.
Requirements/Qualifications:
• Five to ten years of patent licensing and transaction experience with a major law firm or technology company, preferably in the semiconductor industry;
• Have a proven track record of successfully negotiating significant patent license agreements;
• Have a deep understanding of licensing, patents, and complex transactions, preferably in the semiconductor industry;
• Be detail oriented with strong drafting and negotiating skills;
• Be able to work closely with an account team of sales, engineering, patent portfolio, and marketing professionals;
• Be able to evaluate legal risks and offer practical business solutions to reach resolution;
• Be able to travel domestically and internationally a significant amount of time;
• Bachelor of Science preferred;
• JD from a top law school and state bar membership; and
• Member of the patent bar preferred.
Why this is a Great Opportunity:
• Opportunity to join a dynamic and growing organization;
• Be part of a collegial, team-focused legal department; and
• Work on interesting, global, strategic patent transactions.
Contact:
Apply by emailing us at: sjohn@mlaglobal.com.
Additional Info:
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: San Jose, California