Senior Patent Counsel, Multimedia SEP and TA

Nokia; Oulu; On-site; EUR 60 000 - 90 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company in Oulu is searching for a Video Compression Expert to manage and enhance its patent portfolio. The ideal candidate has deep expertise in codecs such as H.26X and AV1, and experience in patent processes. Responsibilities include evaluating invention disclosures, filing patents, and managing personal patent portfolios. Join a company committed to innovation and inclusion.

Benefits

Continuous learning opportunities

Well-being programs

Mentoring programs

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Strong experience in patent processes, including handling invention disclosures.
• Experience in patent portfolio management.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate ideas and review invention disclosures.
• File and prosecute patent applications.
• Secure granted patents aligned to video codec specifications.
• Manage a personal patent portfolio.
• Perform prior-art search and validity analysis.

Skills

Expertise in video compression codecs (H.26X, AV1, VP9)

Experience in filing and prosecuting patent applications

Excellent communication skills

Analytical skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

PhD degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

Job description

Nokia Technology’s patent portfolio team is at the forefront of managing Nokia's industry-leading patent portfolio, driving the growth of our licensing business. Comprising a global group of intellectual property and technical professionals, this team is dedicated to enhancing value from Nokia’s patents and R&D efforts.

We focus on transforming research into innovative solutions while effectively monetizing Nokia's world-class patent assets. We are seeking a video compression expert with deep expertise in H.26X, AV1, and VP9 codecs. Strong experience in patent processes, including handling invention disclosures, patent prosecution, and claim chart drafting, is highly desirable.

Video Coding Experience Is Essential For This Role.

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE AND WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

• Evaluating ideas, reviewing invention disclosures, and collaborating with inventors
• Filing and prosecuting patent applications
• Securing granted patents with claims aligned to the relevant video codec specifications
• Overseeing and managing a personal patent portfolio
• Performing prior-art search and validity analysis on patents in video codec technology areas

Key Skills And Experience

You have:

• Expertise in video compression codecs (e.g. H.26X, AV1, or VP9)
• Experience in filing and prosecuting patent applications
• Experience in patent portfolio management
• Experience in reviewing patent applications and generating claim charts
• Excellent communication, writing, and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

It would be nice if you also had:

• PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a similar area
• Qualified as an EP patent attorney
• Attendance and contribution to MPEG and JVET standardization meetings

About Us

Come create the technology that helps the world act together. Nokia is committed to innovation and technology leadership across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. Your career here will have a positive impact on people’s lives and will help us build the capabilities needed for a more productive, sustainable, and inclusive world.

We challenge ourselves to create an inclusive way of working where we are open to new ideas, empowered to take risks and fearless to bring our authentic selves to work

What we offer

Nokia offers continuous learning opportunities, well-being programs to support you mentally and physically, opportunities to join and get supported by employee resource groups, mentoring programs and highly diverse teams with an inclusive culture where people thrive and are empowered

Nokia is committed to inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. Nokia has received the following recognitions for its commitment to inclusion & equality:

• One of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere
• Gender-Equality Index by Bloomberg
• Workplace Pride Global Benchmark

Nokia’s employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law

We are committed to a culture of inclusion built upon our core value of respect. Join us and be part of a company where you will feel included and empowered to succeed

About The Team

Nokia Technologies is licensing Nokia intellectual property, including patents, technologies, and the Nokia brand, building on Nokia’s continued innovation and decades of R&D leadership in technologies deployed in virtually all connected devices used today