Licensed Patent Agent | AI/ML & Software/Hardware Patents

Vanguard-IP; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanguard-IP in Washington, DC seeks a qualified patent professional to draft and prosecute patents, with active USPTO admission and at least two years as a licensed patent agent. The role emphasizes collaboration in a client-focused, team-oriented environment across software and hardware technologies.

Preference is given to candidates with experience in AI and ML patent work and strong written and oral communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in computer science, computer engineering, or electrical engineering.
• Two+ years of licensed patent agent experience required.
• Experience drafting/prosecuting AI/ML patents strongly preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Skills

USPTO admission

Patent agent experience

Client counseling

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in CS/CE/EE

Job description

Vanguard-IP in Washington, DC seeks a qualified patent professional to draft and prosecute patents, with active USPTO admission and at least two years as a licensed patent agent. The role emphasizes collaboration in a client-focused, team-oriented environment across software and hardware technologies.

Preference is given to candidates with experience in AI and ML patent work and strong written and oral communication skills.