IP Counsel

Black Sesame Technologies • San Jose, CA

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About The Position

The position involves assisting in the drafting, reviewing, and prosecuting of patent applications in collaboration with external counsel. The role requires monitoring and analyzing industry trends, competitor patents, and potential IP risks. Additionally, the candidate will support IP litigation, enforcement, and licensing activities, review and negotiate IP-related agreements, and educate engineers and R&D teams on IP best practices and invention disclosures. The candidate will also maintain and manage the company's IP portfolio and database while collaborating with cross-functional teams, including R&D, business development, and external legal counsel.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and prosecuting patent applications in collaboration with external counsel.
• Monitor and analyze industry trends, competitor patents, and potential IP risks.
• Support IP litigation, enforcement, and licensing activities.
• Review and negotiate IP-related agreements, including NDAs, joint development agreements, and licensing agreements.
• Educate engineers and R&D teams on IP best practices and invention disclosures.
• Maintain and manage the company's IP portfolio and database.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, business development, and external legal counsel.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Telecommunications
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees