Patent Agent/Advisor Software/AI

BCG Attorney Search; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Health insurance

HSA & FSA

Life insurance

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a Patent Agent/Advisor in Boston with strong software and AI expertise to support patent counseling, prosecution, and litigation. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in software, computer science, or a related field and contribute to a dynamic IP practice.

The role requires superb English communication, broad CS/EE knowledge, and initiative. Eligibility to sit for the USPTO registration exam is preferred, with comprehensive benefits and a focus on growth within the

Qualifications

• Superb technical, written, and verbal communication skills in English.
• Broad scientific knowledge in computer science or electrical engineering.
• Expertise in artificial intelligence and machine learning strongly preferred.
• Initiative, fast learner, and ability to work well with others.

Responsibilities

• Conduct prior art database searches for patentability and freedom to operate analyses.
• Analyze patent and scientific papers to assist attorneys in prosecution, counseling, and litigation.
• Draft patent applications and responses to office actions.
• Advise lawyers on technology issues in preparation for depositions.

Skills

AI/ML

Software

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Software/CS degree

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly motivated Patent Agent/Advisor with expertise in software and artificial intelligence to join their Boston office. The ideal candidate will have a degree in software, computer science, or a related field and will contribute to a dynamic patent counseling, prosecution, and litigation practice.

Duties

• Conduct prior art database searches for patentability and freedom to operate analyses.
• Analyze patent and scientific papers to assist attorneys in prosecution, counseling, and litigation.
• Draft patent applications and responses to office actions.
• Advise lawyers on technology issues in preparation for depositions.

Requirements

• Superb technical, written, and verbal communication skills in English.
• Broad scientific knowledge in computer science or electrical engineering.
• Expertise in artificial intelligence and machine learning strongly preferred.
• Initiative, fast learner, and ability to work well with others.

Eligibility

• Eligibility to sit for the USPTO registration exam.

Education

• Degree in software, computer science, or a related field.

Certifications

• Eligibility for USPTO registration as a patent agent.

Skills

• Technical proficiency in software and AI.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• Law school tuition assistance for patent agent candidates.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• Life insurance and AD&D coverage.
• Long-term care and backup care benefits.
• Generous parental leave and fertility benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation and two weeks of sick time per year.
• Ten paid holidays annually.