E.E & Computer Science Patent Prosecution Associate or Agent Phoenix

PostJobFree Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

PostJobFree Inc. is recruiting an experienced Patent Agent or Patent Associate to join its Electrical Engineering & Computer Science patent prosecution team in Phoenix, AZ. The successful candidate will draft, file, and prosecute U.S.

and international applications, manage client portfolios, and work with inventors and in-house counsel to shape strategic protection. Candidates should have 3+ years of patent preparation and prosecution experience, strong academic credentials, and a background in

Qualifications

• 3+ years of patent preparation and prosecution experience.
• Strong academic credentials with excellent technical, writing, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft, file, and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications.
• Manage patent portfolios for innovative technology companies across a diverse client base.
• Work closely with inventors and in-house counsel to develop strategic patent protection.

Skills

Patent prosecution

Technical writing

Education

Electrical Engineering

Computer Engineering

Software Engineering

Computer Science

Physics

Mathematics

Job description

Job Description

Electrical Engineering & Computer Science Patent Prosecution

Patent Agent or Associate

Multiple U.S. Offices

Locations: Atlanta, GA Denver, CO Houston, TX Kansas City, MO Phoenix, AZ San Francisco, CA Seattle, WA St. Louis, MO Washington, DC

Preference for Washington, DC or San Francisco.

Salary: $140,000–$260,000 + Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits

Direct Counsel represents an AmLaw 100 firm seeking an experienced Patent Agent or Patent Associate to join its nationally recognized Electrical Engineering & Computer Science Patent Prosecution practice.

This is an outstanding opportunity for professionals with 3+ years of patent prosecution experience who are passionate about protecting cutting-edge technologies in artificial intelligence, semiconductors, robotics, and advanced computing.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, file, and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications.
• Manage patent portfolios for innovative technology companies across a diverse client base.
• Work closely with inventors and in-house counsel to develop strategic patent protection.

Prepare High-quality Patent Applications Involving

• Graphics Processing Units (GPUs)
• Tensor Processing Units (TPUs)
• AI accelerators and neural engines
• Robotics circuitry and actuators
• Electrical engineering and software technologies

Qualifications

• 3+ years of patent preparation and prosecution experience.
• Strong academic credentials with excellent technical, writing, and communication skills.

Bachelor's Or Advanced Degree In

• Electrical Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• Software Engineering
• Computer Science
• Physics
• Mathematics

Prior Law Firm, Engineering, Or Industry Experience Preferred.

USPTO registration required for all candidates.

JD and active state bar admission required for Patent Associate candidates.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $140,000–$260,000, depending on experience.
• Discretionary performance bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), and paid time off.

Application Requirements

Qualified candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, undergraduate transcript, law school or graduate transcript (if applicable), and a writing sample (preferably a patent application).

Full-time