Patent Attorney

Company Name: Qualcomm


Job Title: Patent Counsel

Location: San Diego, CA

Base Salary - $156,000 - $234,000   


Benefits - Full
Relocation Assistance Available - Yes


Commission Compensation - No


Bonus Eligible - Yes


Overtime Eligible - No


Interview Travel Reimbursed - Yes

The successful candidate will serve as Patent Counsel, reporting to a group lead, assigned to one or more technology groups. Responsibilities will include: preparation and prosecution of US and foreign patent applications; supervision of outside counsel preparation and prosecution; infringement and clearance analysis; advise inventors and management on a variety of intellectual property matters; review of prior art search reports; perform due diligence analysis for potential acquisitions and investments; support of litigation teams by providing claim interpretation and portfolio analysis; and general client counseling on patent matters.

The successful candidate must be registered to practice before the USPTO and be admitted to the Bar of at least one state. Strong skills and 3-10 years’ experience in preparing and prosecuting US and foreign patent applications are required. Strong technical skills focused on electrical engineering and/or computer science are required, and individuals with advanced degrees will have an advantage.

The candidate should have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work within a team environment. Engineering experience and law firm experience is a plus. In addition, all candidates will be required to submit two patents/applications and one office action which he/she has authored.

Technical degree required (A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science is preferred), JD, USPTO.

Required, at least one state Bar registration.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.