Our client is seeking a registered patent agent with software-arts experience to support domestic and international patent procurement and prosecution. This full-time, fully remote contract opportunity is based in New York City, with New York-area candidates preferred for occasional meetings at a local office.
The Work
- Prepare and prosecute patent applications for clients across a variety of industries, handling both domestic and international matters.
- Manage a large patent docket, take ownership of internal and external deadlines, and coordinate work independently and with supervising attorneys.
- Provide continuous, responsive legal services to clients and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Work on software-related technologies, which may include machine learning, cloud computing and networking, cryptography, information security, and distributed ledger technology.
- Support patent programs at organizations with established operations; familiarity with the needs of large organizations is a plus.
What You Bring
- At least two years of patent application preparation and prosecution experience, gained in-house or as outside counsel.
- Experience specifically in the software arts, such as machine learning, cloud computing and networking, cryptography, information security, or distributed ledger technology.
- Registration to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
- A bachelor’s degree or higher in electrical engineering, computer science, or a related field.
- Strong writing, communication, organization, and time-management skills, with the ability to manage a substantial docket and meet deadlines.
- A responsive, client-focused approach and the ability to work effectively with supervisors and a range of stakeholders.
- Experience or education in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science is preferred; exposure to wireless communications, robotics, artificial intelligence, cloud computing, cryptography, information security, or blockchain is a plus.
- Candidates must reside in an eligible state: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Maryland, Minnesota, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington, the District of Columbia, or West Virginia.
- California, New York, Washington, and the District of Columbia are preferred.
Why Consider It
This opportunity combines hands-on ownership of a substantial patent docket with domestic and international work for clients across industries, including software-focused matters.
The role is fully remote and structured as a full-time contract initially through year-end, with possible annual renewal for successful candidates.
The annual billable-hour requirement is 1,600.
Compensation & Benefits
The annualized New York salary range is $165,000–$185,000, and eligible employees may receive an incentive bonus and benefits including health insurance, a 401(k), and vacation and sick time.
Confidentiality
This is a confidential opportunity. Contact Advocates Legal Recruiting to discuss the role and receive additional details about the client and team. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.