SolarCity 
is seeking several talented and motivated patent attorneys to join its growing team. Positions are located in Fremont CA, San Mateo, and San Francisco, although the exact locations are flexible. Ideal candidates will be embedded in various R&D teams throughout SolarCity as they bring new energy products to market. Some domestic and international travel may be required.
Primary responsibilities include identifying patentable inventions and preparing and prosecuting patent applications. Other responsibilities include client counseling, IP training, third-party IP investigations, due diligence, and managing outside counsel.
At least one attorney will support SolarCity’s software engineering, system design, and power systems teams, which are based in San Mateo & San Francisco, CA. The role will focus on photovoltaic system design and optimization, monitoring and maintenance of energy generation and consumption, solar financing, smart energy storage, and distributed power.
At least one attorney will also support our Silevo team, based in Fremont CA, a solar technology and manufacturing company that recently joined SolarCity. The role will focus on solar cell design, fabrication, and module manufacturing and support our new 1 GW plant, which is under construction in New York.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of legal experience (with at least 3 years at a law firm) as a patent attorney.
- Juris Doctor and membership in good standing in at least one state bar.
- Registered to practice before the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills required
- Excellent customer service skills required
- Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment criminal background check
Preferred Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree in electrical engineering, physics and/or computer science.
- Must have prepared and prosecuted at least 40 original patent applications, including a substantial number in the area of (i) semiconductor device physics or (ii) electrical and software-based technologies.
- Excellent analytical and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent organizational skills, ability to work independently, manage multiple projects at once, follow through, and meet deadlines.
- Common sense, great judgment, drive, a passion for solar energy, and a good sense of humor.
Benefits for Full-Time Positions
- Competitive compensation with many positions incentivized
- Paid training with the nation’s leader in solar power
- Full benefits package including health, vision, dental insurance
- Attractive vacation, sick and holiday pay
- 401(k) savings plan
- Employee referral program
- Eligibility to receive equity in the company
- Career path opportunities for top performers
SolarCity is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Contact
To apply, visit this link: https://careers-solarcity.
Additional Info
Employer Type: Large Corporation
Job Location: San Mateo, Fremont, or San Francisco, California