IP Technology Specialist - CS/EE

Wilmer; Washington (District of Columbia); Presencial; USD 130 000 - 215 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Tuition reimbursement

Resumo da oferta

WilmerHale is seeking a Technology Specialist in Washington, DC to support the Intellectual Property practice. The role includes reviewing code, preparing patent applications, and assisting with patent-related analyses for attorneys.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s degree (master’s or PhD preferred) in CS/EE, with experience reading C, C++, Python, or Verilog, and familiarity with AI/ML technologies. ABA law school path is part of the program.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering or related field.
• Master’s degree required; Ph.D. preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Read, understand and analyze software source code and related technical documentation.
• Assist patent-related analyses and prepare patent-related materials.
• Support lawyers in various IP matters including patent prosecution, opinions and litigation.

Conhecimentos

C/C++

Python

Verilog

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD)

Ferramentas

Python

Verilog

Descrição da oferta de emprego

1655

Tech Specialist

Washington, D.C.

*Intellectual Property/Patent

Friday, September 4, 2026

Legal

Technology Specialists in WilmerHale's intellectual property (\"IP\") practice are involved in a wide variety of types of work supervised by attorneys, including patent prosecution, client counseling, opinions, patent litigation and IP transactional matters. For example, Technology Specialists typically work with inventors; prepare patent applications and replies to communications from patent offices during the patent application process; conduct scientific journal and patent searching on Internet databases; prepare letters of instruction to foreign counsel for foreign counterparts to U.S. patent applications; assist lawyers in the preparation of patentability, validity, freedom to operate and infringement opinions; assist lawyers in reviewing file histories of patents and technical literature; assist with analyses of issues that arise in patent litigation; adhere to a standard of ethics; and participate in special projects and other duties assigned.

We are seeking a Technology Specialist candidate with a bachelor's degree and advanced degree (master’s required, Ph.D. preferred) in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related disciplines. Experience reading, understanding, and analyzing software source code (e.g., C, C++, Python, or Verilog) and related technical documentation is required. Experience with modern artificial intelligence/machine learning technologies (e.g., generative AI, foundation models, multimodal AI systems, transformer architectures, diffusion models) is preferred. Experience with modern artificial intelligence/machine learning technologies (e.g., generative AI, foundation models, multimodal AI systems, transformer architectures, diffusion models) is preferred.

As part of WilmerHale's Technology Specialist Program, a Technology Specialist is expected to attend an ABA accredited law school in its evening division (day programs to be considered on a case by case basis) obtain a law degree in four years, and take and pass the USPTO patent bar examination to become registered as a patent agent. A Technology Specialist may be offered a position to participate in WilmerHale's summer associate program during the summer after his/her third year of law school. If WilmerHale extends an offer for an associate position, a Technology Specialist is then expected to take the appropriate state bar exam and become an associate at WilmerHale. Technology Specialists are eligible to participate in the firm's tuition reimbursement program for law school. Candidates should have strong academic credentials and/or prior work experience as well as strong written and verbal communication skills. Candidates do not need to have prior patent law experience and do not need to be registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

The Salary Ranges for this role are:

Level Salary

• Not in School $130,000


• 1st Year in School $150,000


• 2nd Year in School $160,000


• 3rd Year in School $170,000


• 4th Year in School $215,000

WilmerHale is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or ancestry, age, disability or veteran status, or other protected status.

This position is open to direct applicants only. Search Firm submissions will not be accepted.

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