Senior Intellectual Property Manager - Pleasanton, CA

Calyxo, Inc. is a medical device company headquartered in Pleasanton, California, USA. The company was founded in 2016 to address the profound need for improved kidney stone treatment. Kidney stone disease is a common, painful condition that consumes vast amounts of healthcare resources each year. Our team is led by executives and investors with a proven track record of commercializing paradigm-shifting devices to meet unmet needs within urology.

Are you ready to change the future of kidney stone treatment? We are seeking high achievers who want to be part of a dynamic team working in a fun, diverse atmosphere.

Summary:

The Senior Intellectual Property Manager plays a critical role in supporting and advancing the company’s intellectual property (IP) protection strategy within a dynamic, highly regulated medical device environment. This individual will manage day-to-day IP operations and drive initiatives related to patent, trademark, and copyright protection. The role involves coordinating IP filings, conducting and interpreting IP searches, analyzing results for infringement and validity, and maintaining comprehensive documentation. The ideal candidate brings experience in IP portfolio management, ideally from the medical device industry. This is a professional-level role that demands strong technical fluency and the ability to work with Product Development, Business Development, and external partners to identify protectable innovations and support commercialization efforts.

In This Role, You Will:

Intellectual Property Strategy & Operations

• Assist in the development and implementation of IP protection strategies, including for patents, trademarks, and copyrights.

• Maintain IP workflows and documentation to ensure compliance and efficiency in a regulated environment.

• Coordinate efforts of outside counsel and IP-related vendors.

• Become expert in IP software platforms for portfolio management and competitive analysis.

Patent Portfolio Development

• Serve as the primary IP liaison to product development teams, attending concept reviews, design sprints, and engineering standups.

• Coordinate the drafting, filing, and prosecution of patent applications in collaboration with internal teams and external counsel.

• Initiate and interpret patent and prior art searches; prepare analyses of results related to infringement, validity, and competitive positioning.

Competitor and Risk Assessment

• Conduct patent landscape reviews to identify potential risks and opportunities.

• Provide recommendations on patent strategy based on search results and competitive analysis.

• Work with internal and external partners on technology scouting and competitive IP intelligence.

• Provide portfolio insights to management to inform make/buy/partner decisions.

Other IP Functions

• Serve as primary point of contact for outside counsel for trademark portfolio management and rasie relevant issues with Marketing and Legal as needed.

• Maintain trade secret program.

• Coordinate copyright registrations with outside counsel as needed.

Who You Will Report To:

• General Counsel

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, applied science, or related technical field.

• Demonstrated experience with electrical engineering; software engineering; or biomedical engineering with EE/software concentration providing strong technical capability in electronics, firmware, or algorithms.

• Current US Patent Bar registration; JD not required.

• Minimum 8 years of experience in patent prosecution, with at least 3 years demonstrated experience in patent portfolio management.

• At least 3 years supporting IP in a medical device or digital health industry strongly preferred.

• Strong knowledge of IP management systems.

• Excellent project management and communication skills, with a proactive, solution-oriented approach.

• Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and ensure alignment with corporate and regulatory standards.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

• Work Location: Pleasanton (hybrid schedule between work-from-home and headquarters; must attend regular product development meetings on site)

• Travel: Approximately 5%.

• Must be able to sit for up to 8 hours/day.

What We Offer:

At Calyxo, you will be part of a knowledgeable, high-achieving, experienced and fun team. You will work in a diverse work environment with experienced, proven leaders and have an opportunity to shape our company culture. You will experience constant learning and dynamic challenges to help you grow and be the best version of yourself.

We also offer an attractive compensation package, which includes:

• A competitive base salary of $160,000 - $185,000 and variable incentive plan

• Stock options – ownership and a stake in growing a mission-driven company

• Employee benefits package that includes 401(k), healthcare insurance and paid vacation

Calyxo is deeply committed to fostering an environment where diversity and inclusion are not only valued but also prioritized. We believe a diverse and inclusive community empowers us to act courageously, care deeply, and dream boldly to impact people in big ways. Diverse viewpoints bring diverse capabilities, which strengthen our focus and fuel our growth. Calyxo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other applicable legally protected characteristics

Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Disclaimer:

At Calyxo, we prioritize a transparent and structured interview process to ensure the best fit for both our candidates and our team. Please be aware of the following:

• Structured Interview Process: Our hiring process includes multiple stages of interviews where you will have the opportunity to communicate directly with Calyxo employees. This ensures that you gain a comprehensive understanding of the role and our company culture.

• Verification of Identity: We do not extend job offers without first meeting candidates, either virtually or in person. This step is crucial to maintain the integrity of our hiring process and to ensure mutual alignment.

• Beware of Scams: Calyxo will never request sensitive personal information, such as your full name, address, phone number, or identification documents, via email or online forms before an official interview. Calyxo representatives will always contact you using an email format of [email protected]. If you receive a request for information from any other domain, please contact us directly at [email protected] to verify the legitimacy of the communication.

We appreciate your interest in joining Calyxo and look forward to getting to know you through our official channels.