Technical Advisor – Wireless and AI Technologies

Dickinson Wright Professional Staff•Mountain View, CA

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Firm's Intellectual Property practice is growing rapidly, and we are seeking a Technical Specialist or Patent Agent with at least four (4) years of experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications. The ideal candidate will have experience in wireless communications (including 5G/6G connectivity and WLAN/Wi-Fi®), as well as software and machine learning/artificial intelligence technologies. Experience with medical device technologies (device and software), gaming technologies, and smart data capture is a plus.

Requirements

Possess a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or a related physical science or engineering discipline
Have at least four (4) years of experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications, with the ability to hit the ground running on a growing, fast-paced docket
Have experience in at least the aforementioned wireless communications, software, and medical device technologies
Provide writing samples reflecting excellent writing skills
Exhibit professionalism/good communication skills with demanding clients, exercise attention to detail, and balance various client responsibilities
Have the ability to work effectively with other team members

Nice To Haves

Experience with medical device technologies (device and software), gaming technologies, and smart data capture is a plus
Prior work experience in a law firm strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Reviewing invention disclosure documents, and conducting/participating in invention disclosure meetings
Drafting patent applications
Reviewing Official Communications from the USPTO and foreign patent offices, recommending response strategies, conducting examiner interviews, and drafting responses