Director, Patent Licensing Support

InterDigital, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director of Patent Licensing Support to join their dynamic team. This role involves significant participation in patent assertion projects, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and development of licensing materials focused on mobile cellular technologies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in patent prosecution and licensing, particularly with 3GPP standards. This opportunity offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in a company renowned for its innovative technologies in wireless communications and video processing. Join a forward-thinking organization where your expertise will contribute to shaping the future of technology.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in patent prosecution, licensing, or enforcement.
• Proficient in 3GPP cellular standards, especially 5G.

Responsibilities

• Lead patent assertion projects for mobile cellular devices.
• Develop patent claim charts and technical presentations.

Skills

Patent Prosecution

Licensing Negotiations

3GPP Cellular Standards

Technical Presentations

Collaboration Skills

Education

JD or USPTO Registration

Engineering Degree (Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science)

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About InterDigital

InterDigital is a global research and development company focused primarily on wireless, video, artificial intelligence (“AI”), and related technologies. We design and develop foundational technologies that enable connected, immersive experiences in a broad range of communications and entertainment products and services. We license our innovations worldwide to companies providing such products and services, including makers of wireless communications devices, consumer electronics, IoT devices, cars and other motor vehicles, and providers of cloud-based services such as video streaming. As a leader in wireless technology, our engineers have designed and developed a wide range of innovations that are used in wireless products and networks, from the earliest digital cellular systems to 5G and today’s most advanced Wi-Fi technologies. We are also a leader in video processing and video encoding/decoding technology, with a significant AI research effort that intersects with both wireless and video technologies. Founded in 1972, InterDigital is listed on Nasdaq.

About InterDigital

InterDigital is a global research and development company focused primarily on wireless, video, artificial intelligence (“AI”), and related technologies. We design and develop foundational technologies that enable connected, immersive experiences in a broad range of communications and entertainment products and services. We license our innovations worldwide to companies providing such products and services, including makers of wireless communications devices, consumer electronics, IoT devices, cars and other motor vehicles, and providers of cloud-based services such as video streaming. As a leader in wireless technology, our engineers have designed and developed a wide range of innovations that are used in wireless products and networks, from the earliest digital cellular systems to 5G and today’s most advanced Wi-Fi technologies. We are also a leader in video processing and video encoding/decoding technology, with a significant AI research effort that intersects with both wireless and video technologies. Founded in 1972, InterDigital is listed on Nasdaq.

InterDigital is a registered trademark of InterDigital, Inc.

For more information, visit: www.interdigital.com.

Summary

InterDigital is currently seeking to hire a Patent Attorney/Engineer to join its Licensing Support team with a focus on mobile cellular technologies. The successful candidate will be part of a cross-functional international team central to InterDigital’s patent licensing businesses. In particular, the Licensing Support Patent Attorney/Engineer will represent InterDigital in patent technical discussions with prospective licensees, collaborate with other Licensing Support team members to create licensing materials, coordinate with the licensing negotiation team on patent licensing strategies, and provide patent-specific guidance to the enforcement team. In addition, the Licensing Support Patent Attorney/Engineer will collaborate with patent portfolio managers, patent prosecution teams and other internal stakeholders to identify and develop patents and corresponding technical materials for licensing purposes.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Significant participation in patent assertion projects for mobile cellular and other consumer electronics (CE) devices including leading and/or participating in patent technical discussions
• Review and/or develop patent claim charts and technical presentations for licensing use, primarily based upon 3GPP cellular standards
• Collaborate with licensing support technical leads and infringement analysis engineers to develop customer-specific licensing materials
• Develop patent assertion strategies in collaboration with the license negotiation team
• Work with patent portfolio managers and prosecution teams to enhance InterDigital’s cellular patent portfolio, including participation in regular and ad hoc patent review projects
• Assist the patent enforcement team with identification, evaluation and technical understanding of select patents
• Maintain proficiency in 3GPP cellular technologies and standards
• Remain current with case law and legal issues related to patent licensing
• Participate in patent acquisition evaluations as needed
  
  
  

Qualifications

• JD or USPTO Registration (Patent Agent) preferred
• Engineering degree in electrical engineering, physics, computer science or a related field of study
• Minimum of 5 years experience in patent prosecution, licensing and/or enforcement, preferably with 3GPP based cellular systems
• Experienced in presenting and defending patent claim charts in licensing negotiations
• Proficient working knowledge of 3GPP cellular standards, especially 5G, with emphasis on RAN technologies
• Strong overall understanding of licensing-focused patent prosecution and/or portfolio development
• Strong collaboration skills and proven ability to work in a cross-functional team
• Diligent, self-driven and highly organized
• Ability to effectively prioritize and work on multiple projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Some (10%) domestic and international travel may be required
  
  
  

Location

Preferably at one of our office locations in the US (PA, DE, DC, NY or Silicon Valley). Interdigital locations in Canada or Europe may be considered.

InterDigital is an equal employment opportunity employer. InterDigital will not engage in or tolerate unlawful discrimination with regard to any employment decision, policy or practice based on a person’s sex, gender, pregnancy (including childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), age, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, assignments, evaluations, coaching, promotion, discipline, discharge and layoff.

A reasonable estimate of the current salary range specific to New York/CA is $180,000 - $230,000 /annually + discretionary incentive bonus, benefits and may include other forms of compensation components such as long-term incentives. Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.

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