Engineer – Law Firm – San Francisco Bay Area, CA, Hybrid, and Remote

January 8, 2025- US - Telecommute, - US - West, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Prosecution

Weaver Austin Villeneuve & Sampson LLP (WAVS IP), a large law firm, is seeking a Patent Attorney/Agent/Engineer.

Roles and Responsibilities:

You will join an incredible team of attorneys, agents, paralegals, and staff that represents a wide range of clients, including start-ups, large companies, and universities. Technical areas include those relating to wearable fitness devices, electrical connectors, smart window systems, satellite deployment mechanisms, rocket systems, semiconductor processing equipment, wafer handling robots, portable and laboratory assay devices, medical devices, casino gaming machines, fashion accessories (design), display technologies, MEMS devices, and electrolyzers.

Qualification Requirements:

Eligible to be admitted to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in mechanical engineering or relevant field; or pertinent industry experience
3 to 5 years of patent attorney or agent experience
Strong writing and communication skills
Interest in patent prosecution
Ability to work with colleagues in various time zones in the U.S.

Preferred Requirements:

Admission to practice before the USPTO
M.S. in mechanical engineering or relevant field
Prior patent prosecution experience in a law firm setting

To Apply:

Please email wavsrecruiting@wavsip.com with “Mechanical Patent Prosecution Position” in the subject line with the following: (1) Cover letter (please provide a brief explanation of your interest in patent practice, and a brief introduction of technical knowledge gained during your technical degree or industry experience), (2) Resume, (3) Transcripts (college, graduate school, and law school if applicable), and (4) Writing samples (patent application and substantive office action response).

WAVS IP is a growing, San Francisco Bay Area-based patent law firm with over 25 registered patent practitioners and a diverse client base. WAVS IP offers robust training for entry-level candidates with opportunities for advancement within the firm and also has reputable informal and formal mentorship. We have a friendly work environment and highly trained support staff. Our Bay Area offices are in downtown Oakland and Menlo Park. Remote, in-office, and hybrid working arrangements are supported. We offer a percentage-based compensation plan that generously rewards hard-working practitioners while providing flexibility to maintain a reasonable work/life balance and a competitive benefits plan. WAVS IP does not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin or any other legally protected characteristic.

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Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: San Francisco Bay Area, CA, Hybrid, and Remote

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Remote and/or Apex, NC

November 7, 2024Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Prosecution

Withrow + Terranova, PLLC, a mid-size intellectual property boutique law firm located in beautiful Apex, North Carolina (adjacent to Research Triangle Park, Raleigh, and Durham), is seeking a highly qualified Patent Attorney associate that possesses at least a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and/or Computer Engineering.

Patent Attorney or Agent in Organic Chemistry, Polymers – Law Firm – Remote

November 4, 2024- US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Cantor Colburn LLP, one of the largest full-service intellectual property law firms in the U.S., seeks a patent attorney or agent with a degree in organic chemistry, polymer chemistry, or polymer physics to join our talented team of patent professionals.

Cantor Colburn is committed to supporting work-life balance in our culture by fostering an environment where our attorneys can thrive professionally while maintaining a balanced personal life. Candidates can work remotely; candidates who wish to work from one of our offices in Atlanta, Georgia; Washington, D.C.; or Hartford, Connecticut may do so.

The ideal candidate has two or more years of experience as an attorney or agent drafting and globally prosecuting patent applications in chemical and materials science. The firm will offer training for candidates with less than two years’ experience and candidates with all experience levels are encouraged to apply. A Ph.D. or Master’s in organic chemistry or polymers is preferred. Knowledge of polymer chemistry and polymer processing, particularly polymer synthesis, composites, and coatings, would be advantageous. U.S. Patent and Trademark Office registration as an attorney or agent is required.

We seek new team members who, like us, have a passion for intellectual property law, backed by solid experience and in-depth technical knowledge and thrive in a collaborative, collegial culture that encourages creativity and responsibility while delivering outstanding client service.

Cantor Colburn offers the full range of intellectual property legal services to clients working in a wide variety of industries and has particular strength in patent matters. The firm is ranked #9 for utility and #4 for design patents, handling matters for clients in virtually all technologies. In addition to patent preparation and prosecution, Cantor Colburn offers counseling and representation in portfolio management, opinion rendering, due diligence in IP transactions, agreements and licensing, post grant proceedings, portfolio evaluation and litigation services. The firm’s clients are among the leading companies in the U.S. and around the world, including Fortune 100 companies, privately held companies, select high-tech start-ups, government research institutes and university technology transfer offices.

Cantor Colburn offers a competitive health package including dental and vision coverage for employees and their dependents, including: Health Savings Account (HSA); 401K Plan (vested); Life Insurance; Short-Term Disability; Employee Assistance Program; Accident, Critical Illness, Whole Life Insurances; Identity Theft Protection; and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) (Medical, Limited Purpose, Dependent Care).

Cantor Colburn LLP is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive work environment representing all backgrounds with a wide range of perspectives, to strengthen our team and best serve our clients and partners. Cantor Colburn is proud to have completed Mansfield Certification for Midsize Law Firms in 2023. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

How to apply:
Please submit a resume to: careers@cantorcolburn.com

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Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Remote

Patent Attorney (Partner Track) – Law Firm – AI Focus – Seattle, WA or Hybrid

October 2, 2024- US - Northwest, - US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Attorney

IPkey PLLC seeks an exceptional patent attorney to join our team serving a select group of high-growth clients. We are a technology-augmented prosecution and strategy firm at our core, and we partner with world-class monetization and litigation counsel on a mission-by-mission basis. Our corporate clients are leaders in their fields, including: industrial robotics, consumer products, and instruments. We expect to establish a long term relationship and offer a transparent pathway to partnership.

This position is perfect for high performing individuals seeking a step change in their legal career. In this position, you will:

develop strong relationships with client executives (President, CTO, Directors)
focus on driving results for 4-5 clients
expand your experience to different aspects of IP value (e.g., portfolio development, monetization, litigation, defense)
collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of legal and technical professionals
influence the firm’s direction

Essential qualifications include:

a USPTO registration number in good standing
member of at least one state bar in good standing
a degree in engineering, computer science, or physics
3-7 years of legal experience, including at least 2-3 years in private practice
a strong prosecution foundation (50+ applications written)
Candidates must demonstrate experience writing patent applications for technologies applying artificial intelligence and/or applying AI in an industrial or academic capacity. It is essential that candidates understand: AI architectures, particularly deep learning architectures including transformers; machine learning methodologies including classification and regression; and data preprocessing and feature engineering techniques.
owner’s mentality

Responsibilities for this multidisciplinary role include:

In support of portfolio development programs:

master our clients’ products, services, and patent portfolios
lead invention disclosure meetings and sync calls with clients
counsel clients on IP strategy, including patents and trade secrets
formulate international filing strategies aligned with the clients' strategic goals
draft and prosecute utility patent applications primarily in relation to autonomous robotics, consumer products (utility + design), and bioengineering instruments
efficiently manage foreign associates
conduct competitive analysis and prior art searching
prepare claim charts mapping client claims onto competing products
prepare portfolio updates and budget forecasts
conduct due diligence responsive to investor requests
regular travel to client sites (approximately 10-15% travel)

In support of monetization programs:

with the guidance of technical advisors, prepare claim charts for electrical and communications technologies, including wireless and semiconductor technologies
assert claim charts in technical discussions with counterparties
formulate rebuttals to invalidity and noninfringement defenses raised by counterparties
support litigation counsel by preparing and reviewing pleadings, briefings, infringement contentions, and working with expert witnesses (*NOTE* this is not a traditional litigation role)
support reverse engineering projects

What We Offer: Expected annual compensation for this role will total $250,000 - $300,000 (salary + objective bonus). We expect to create a long term relationship and offer a transparent pathway to partnership. To help you deliver your best possible work product, you will be trained on best-in-class prosecution tools, including Rowan Patents and Black Hills AI. We will consider on-site, hybrid, and remote work arrangements on a case-by-case basis.

Qualified applicants: please email your resume, undergraduate and law school transcripts, and patent writing samples demonstrating AI experience to recruiting@ipkey.law.

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Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Seattle, WA or Hybrid

Patent Agent/Engineer/Attorney – Law Firm – Remote

October 2, 2024- US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Prosecution

Weaver Austin Villeneuve & Sampson LLP (WAVS IP) is seeking lateral candidates for patent preparation and prosecution in our chemical group. WAVS is particularly interested in experienced practitioners and can provide a high volume of work to a new practitioner.

Patent Attorney/Patent Agent (Full-time/Part-time/Contractor) – Law Firm – Herndon, VA (open to hybrid/remote arrangements)

September 16, 2024- US - MidAtlantic and South, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

PnK IP LLC, a northern VA-based IP boutique law firm, is seeking candidates to join our one of electrical/chemical/mechanical patent prosecution groups. We are particularly interested in practitioners who have experience handling foreign-originated applications, such as rewrites.

Contractor Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Remote (US only)

August 22, 2024- US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Prosecution

Plager Schack LLP, a small law firm, is seeking a Contractor Patent Attorney to work remotely

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – McLean, VA

August 8, 2024- US - MidAtlantic and South, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Attorney, Work - Intellectual Property

Calderon Safran & Wright P.C. (CSW), an Intellectual Property Law Firm located in prestigious Tysons Corner, Virginia seeks a registered Patent Attorney or Agent with up to five years of patent preparation and prosecution experience, and a degree in chemistry or chemical engineering. Portable business is required.

Patent Attorney or Patent Agent – Law Firm – Burleson, Texas

August 7, 2024- US - Southwest, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Law Offices of James E. Walton , P.L.L.C, a small law firm, is seeking a Patent Attorney or Patent Agent to work in Burleson, Texas

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Centerville, OH

July 25, 2024Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Prosecution

Stevens & Showalter, LLP is a growing patent law boutique seeking a patent attorney with a background in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering.

Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Remote

June 29, 2024- US - Telecommute, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Prosecution

Guntin & Gust (G&G) has been providing IP services for 14 years to Fortune 500 and mid-sized clients. As a result of G&G’s continued growth, we are seeking talented Patent Attorneys and/or Patent Agents with 4-7+ years of experience. G&G has an extensive prep/pros practice in US and foreign matters, which provides experienced attorneys and agents with a comprehensive docket of matters to work on. G&G also has an extensive practice involving opinion work, which provides its attorneys with a rich mix of matters to work on. The Firm also offers a partnership track for its top performers.

US Patent Attorney – Law Firm – Dresden, Germany or Munich, Germany

May 26, 2024- Europe, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Electrical, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Prosecution

Viering, Jentschura & Partner mbB, a large law firm headquartered in Munich, Germany, and with offices throughout Germany and in Singapore, is seeking a U.S. patent attorney in either our Dresden office or Munich office. Our U.S. team drafts and prosecutes patent applications in the United States for a variety of U.S., European, and Asian companies; drafts legal opinions (e.g. infringement, invalidity, and freedom to operate); and counsels clients on U.S. litigation and post-grant proceedings.

Patent Drafting Attorney/Agent – Law Firm – Remote

May 14, 2024- US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Attorney

Harrity & Harrity, LLP is seeking a superstar patent professional to draft patent applications for leading global technology companies, mostly in software, computer, and electrical technology areas. Our positions are 100% remote, flexible hours, and full-time (1600+ hours).

What we offer:

Life/Work balance – work where you want, when you want, and how much you want
Ample, steady preparation and prosecution work from a mix of leading electrical and mechanical technology companies
Excellent compensation package that is production-based, and includes comprehensive benefits
Opportunity for client counseling through direct client interaction, as all clients are firm clients
Opportunity for career growth/development including training in business development and client management
Innovative firm culture including cutting edge technology, collaborative work environment, and dedicated support team

Who you are:

You have 3+ years of recent patent preparation experience in software and/or semiconductor technologies (5G EXPERIENCE IS A PLUS)
You have a technical degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Physics, or equivalent fields
You are USPTO registered
You can get going quickly with minimal training
You have excellent writing skills
You have excellent communication skills
You are comfortable learning proprietary software tools
You have a great eye for detail
You love winning
You are a great teammate
You love making clients happy
You have a positive attitude
You love learning
Former Examiner experience is a plus

TO APPLY, EMAIL JOBS@HARRITYLLP.COM AND INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:

Resume and Cover Letter
Recent Work Samples: Please attach three recently published semiconductor patents or patent application publications that you have drafted. These documents will help us assess your direct experience and expertise in the field. If you are currently engaged in semiconductor work, please highlight specific semiconductor technology areas that you are handling.
Experience Summary: At the top of your email, clearly state the total number of semiconductor patent applications you have personally drafted, so we can understand the depth of your experience.

SUBMISSIONS WITHOUT THE ABOVE INFORMATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

Additional Info
Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Remote

Patent Attorney/Agent – Law Firm – Remote

April 23, 2024Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Muir Patent Law, PLLC a Northern Virginia-based patent law firm is seeking a registered patent attorney or agent for patent prosecution in the electrical arts. Candidate should have an EE, Computer Engineering, or Physics degree or equivalent degree/background, and at least 3 years of patent prosecution experience. Strong writing/communication skills required. Semiconductor, circuit, medical imaging, and/or USPTO experience is a plus.

Patent Agent/Engineer/Attorney – Mechanical – Law Firm – Remote

April 20, 2024- US - Telecommute, Tech - Electrical, Tech - Mechanical, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Weaver Austin Villeneuve & Sampson LLP (WAVS IP) is seeking lateral candidates for patent preparation and prosecution in our mechanical group.

Patent Attorney – Government – Albuquerque, NM

April 17, 2024- US - Southwest, Emp - Government, Work - Attorney

Sandia National Laboratories is seeking a Patent Attorney for its Intellectual Property Law Center at its Albuquerque location. This is an in-person position, and the selected candidate must live in Albuquerque or the surrounding area. The attorney will draft and prosecute patent applications, manage a patent docket, and provide legal advice and assistance in all matters involving or relating to intellectual property issues, policies, and procedures. The position offers the opportunity to branch out beyond solely performing patent drafting and prosecution work. Our attorneys counsel on technology transfer activities ranging from non-disclosure agreements, cooperative research and development agreements, user facilities agreements, license agreements and negotiations as well as software licensing, copyright, litigation, and trademark registration.

On any given day, you may be called on to:

Prepare and prosecute Sandia patent applications.
Manage a patent docket.
Provide legal advice and assistance in all matters involving or relating to intellectual property issues, policies, and procedures.
Counsel on technology transfer activities ranging from non-disclosure agreements, cooperative research and development agreements, user facilities.
Prepare and negotiate patent and software licenses in conjunction with our technology transfer organization.
Counsel on litigation matters.
Routinely advise management and staff while engaging at all levels of the company.
Interact with corporate counsel, DOE/NNSA counsel, and outside counsel.
Advise management on complex projects and intellectual property legal matters to anticipate, identify, and protect the corporation against legal liability.

Apply online at:
https://sandia.jobs/albuquerque-nm/counsel-patentintellectual-property-attorney-onsite/0350D6ED0E664AA3A02BBD1B2315F8BB/job/

QUALIFICATIONS WE REQUIRE: A U.S. law degree from an ABA accredited law school, admission to practice in at least one U.S. state and current registration with the USPTO is required. Excellent academic qualifications with at least four (4) years of law firm and/or in-house experience in patent drafting/prosecution and technology transfer transactional work and master’s degree or PhD in electrical engineering, computer science/engineering, physics, systems engineering, materials science, chemical engineering, component engineering areas or a relevant science or engineering discipline OR at least seven (7) years of law firm and/or in-house experience in patent drafting/prosecution and technology transactional work and a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer science/engineering, physics, systems engineering, materials science, chemical engineering, component engineering areas or a relevant science or engineering discipline. Excellent analytical, interpersonal and communication skills are needed. The ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance.

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Employer Type: Government
Job Location: Albuquerque, NM

Licensing Patent Attorney / Patent Agent – Law Firm – Remote

April 12, 2024- US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Attorney, Work - Licensing / Other Corporate

IPkey PLLC is a growing and agile patent law firm 100% focused on generating patent value for our clients. We’re a technology-augmented prosecution and strategy firm at our core, and we partner with world-class monetization and litigation counsel on a mission-by-mission basis.

The firm seeks an experienced Patent Attorney or Patent Agent to make an immediate impact supporting patent monetization campaigns in relation to wireless and semiconductor technologies. In this role, you will be integrated into an interdisciplinary team of attorneys, licensing professionals, and technical specialists that lead licensing programs and support litigation counsel. Although this position will support litigation counsel as described below, we emphasize that this role is not a traditional litigation role.

We hope to establish a long-term relationship and will consider full-time, part-time, and project-based candidates for this remote 1099 contractor role.

Responsibilities:

prepare claim charts for electrical and communications technologies, including wireless and semiconductor technologies
assert patents in technical discussions with counterparties
formulate rebuttals to invalidity and noninfringement defenses raised by counterparties
support litigation counsel by providing technical and legal content for pleadings, briefs, infringement contentions, and other deliverables
support reverse engineering projects to verify infringement

Required Qualifications:

USPTO Registration Number
degree(s) in electrical engineering, electronics engineering, computer science, computer engineering, physics, physics, or similar
(attorney applicants) member of at least one state bar in good standing
a desire to develop your abilities through diverse responsibilities, mentorship, and technology

Desired Experience:

at least 2 years of patent licensing experience in a law firm or in-house role
3GPP, ETSI, and/or IEEE standards, including 3G, 4G, 5G, and/or 802.11
U.S. law relating Standard Essential Patents, including essentiality, FRAND, and antitrust considerations
foreign language abilities (particularly Chinese, Japanese, and Korean)

What We Offer:

We enable patent professionals to practice at their highest ability by providing interesting work, the latest patent technologies (including Rowan Patents), highly competent team support, autonomy commensurate with skill and experience, and above-market compensation.

Interested Applicants: Please email a resume and transcripts to recruiting@ipkey.law.

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Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Remote

Patent Attorney / Agent – Law Firm – Tysons Corner, VA / Remote

April 7, 2024- US - MidAtlantic and South, - US - Telecommute, Emp - Law Firm, Tech - Biotech, Tech - Chemical / Pharma, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Agent

MH2 Technology Law Group, LLP, is looking for a local or remote, full-time patent attorney/agent to prepare and prosecute patent applications, draft opinions, and provide IP counseling for our clients, which include many Fortune 500 companies.

Senior Patent Attorney | Life Sciences – Law Firm – Tucson, Arizona

April 4, 2024- US - Southwest, Tech - Biotech, Work - Attorney, Work - Intellectual Property, Work - Patent Litigation, Work - Patent Prosecution

Nguyen Tarbet IP Law is seeking a Senior Patent Attorney to work in Tucson, Arizona.

$200,000 - $250,000 Full-Time Base Pay, plus Profit Sharing and Bonus Opportunities.

This position is full-time, in-office.

About the Position:

Do you have a passion for patent/intellectual property law and desire to becoming a Partner/Co-Owner of a boutique Intellectual Property Law Firm? If your answer is yes, then we encourage you to apply.

We are looking for a Patent/Intellectual Property Attorney with five years plus to relocate to the Tucson location. We will pay for the relocation package.

The ideal attorney candidate is registered with the USPTO and holds a PhD in Molecular Biology or a related field of study. The candidate must have a well-tuned and broad understanding of science, the ability to articulate legal strategies and courses of action, an excellent academic record, a great work ethic, effective writing skills, strong interpersonal and communication skills to work well with team
members and clients, superior judgment, and the ability to effectively handle multiple projects.

The ideal candidate must also have experience with the following: global patent prosecution and portfolio management, freedom to operate, licensing and other technology transactions, and IP due diligence related to merger and acquisitions.

We look for dynamic and entrepreneurial individuals with various backgrounds, interests, and experience for a diverse candidate pool. This is an accelerated partnership-track position.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Work with clients on submitting their patents, counselling clients on the patent process.
Must have solid knowledge of life sciences.
Patent Application preparation.
Global patent prosecution and portfolio management.
Freedom to operate.
Licensing and other technology transactions.
IP due diligence related to mergers and acquisitions.
Provide attorney guidance and case management to admin, advisor, and accounting teams.

Work Schedule and Benefits:

Full-time position, Exempt.
Pay Range is $200,000 - $250,000 plus profit sharing and bonus opportunities.
(In determining your pay, we will consider your experience and other job-related factors)
Billable hours of 1820 hours per year (or less, depending on management responsibilities).
Relocation package will be paid.
Excellent Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k) Retirement, Profit Sharing Plan, Education Reimbursement

About Nguyen Tarbet IP Law Firm:

Nguyen Tarbet IP is a premier boutique law firm specializing in Intellectual Property. We are a powerhouse in patent procurement. You’ll be working in a friendly environment and with several teams of dedicated professional staff. This is a rare opportunity for a well-qualified candidate to join a dynamic and growing boutique law firm that offers accelerated Partnership/Co-Ownership opportunities.

Apply via email to:
judy@ntiplaw.com

Please include a resume and cover letter with your submission.

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Employer Type: Law Firm
Job Location: Tucson, Arizona

Patent Agent/Engineer/Attorney – Computer Science/Electrical Engineering – Law Firm – SF Bay Area, Silicon Valley and Remote

April 3, 2024- US - Telecommute, - US - West, Tech - Computer Science, Tech - Electrical, Work - Attorney, Work - Patent Agent, Work - Patent Prosecution

Weaver Austin Villeneuve & Sampson LLP is seeking lateral patent agents, patent engineers and patent attorneys with at least two years of experience in patent preparation and prosecution. Applicants should have a background in computer science, computer engineering and/or electrical engineering. We are particularly interested in practitioners with advanced degrees or industry experience with 5G telecommunications, audio and video signal processing, integrated circuit design/architecture, database systems or statistical analysis. We are seeking motivated applicants who want a full-time position and full workload. We treat our agents the same as our attorneys with the same percentage-based compensation plan that generously rewards hard-working practitioners while providing flexibility to maintain a good work/life balance. We have a supportive and friendly work environment and a highly-trained support staff. Remote work arrangements are available.