RPX 
is seeking an experience individual to contribute to the growth of the Patent Analysis team. In this role, the Patent Engineer, Software and Media will assess and quantify software patent-based risk. This individual will use industry experience to evaluate patents for the purpose of providing patent intelligence to support Company initiatives, including, defensive buying, acquisition syndication (for large portfolios), and advisory services. The Patent Engineer, Software and Media must possess a broad knowledge of software technology, spanning Internet, Digital Media, SaaS, Consumer, and Enterprise. Previous experience with patents, prosecution, or litigation viewed favorably. This individual reports directly to the Director, Patent Analysis.
Role
Supports RPX’s business model by identifying meaningful patents for our clients and succinctly communicating those findings to help the Company make informed decisions by:
- Reviewing patent claims and other materials to determine basis for possible infringement disputes
- Exploring relevant market(s) to assess technology use
- Researching prior related disclosures/commercial efforts to assess novelty of invention
- Identifying and locating written evidence for specific innovations that occurred prior to the filing of a patent
- Coordinating with external subject matter and enforcement experts
- Communicating patent analysis findings to relevant internal and external clients
Education/Experience Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in technical or engineering role in the software industry, with some experience writing code
Required Competencies
- Ability to learn legal concepts related to patent prosecution and valuation
- Ability to identify the software domains to which a patent claim relates
- Knowledgeable of companies in software domains and the products produced by these companies
- Ability to use critical thinking skills to catalog, match, and relate similar patents, portfolios, and technologies
- Ability to distill critical components of a technology and articulate the technology to a non-technical audience
- Ability to develop and foster relationships with key stakeholders internally and externally
- Results-oriented and service-minded with ability to develop and foster relationships with key stakeholders internally and externally
- Willingness to adapt to the many changing requirements/needs of a fast-growing, young company
- Collaborative work ethic and ability to work in a team-oriented culture
- Ability to work with virtual, global teams
- Excellent interpersonal, networking, and influencing skills
- Motivated, self-directed, and proactive with a willingness to take on additional projects
- Proven track record of excellence, ownership, and accountability
- Confident personality supported by disciplined, logical thinking and fact-based, documented conclusions and opinions
- Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and execute against deliverables under deadlines and competing priorities
- Highly focused, organized, and detail-oriented
- Excellent oral and written communications skills
- Represents RPX in a manner consistent with its culture and values
Technical Skills
Strong familiarity with the following technology domains:
- Software and Software Development
- Web-based technologies
- Internet and Networking protocols
Additional familiarity will be viewed favorably:
- Digital Media
- Enterprise software
- SaaS
Strong proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Preferred Competencies
- Previous experience with patents, prosecution or litigation experience, viewed favorably
- Law Degree background viewed favorably
- Advanced engineering degree(s), viewed favorably
RPX is an equal opportunity employer.
Contact
To apply, visit this link: http://www.rpxcorp.com/about-
Additional Info
Employer Type: Small Corporation
Job Location: San Francisco, California