Patent Agent/Advisor Software/AI

BCG Attorney Search; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Law school tuition assistance for USP/

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Health savings and flexible spending

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Life insurance, AD&D, and LTD

Backup care for children and adults

Parental support benefits

Firm-paid life insurance, AD&D, LTD, &

Four weeks of vacation and two weeks..

Ten paid holidays

Generous parental leave and fertility

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Seattle seeks a Patent Agent/Advisor to support counseling, prosecution, and litigation teams. A degree in software, computer science, or a related field with AI/ML expertise is preferred.

The successful candidate will conduct prior art searches, analyze technical literature to aid patent strategies, and draft patent applications and office-action responses. Strong English communication and collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Superb technical, written, and verbal communication skills in English.
• Broad scientific knowledge in computer science or electrical engineering.
• 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

Artificial intelligence

Machine learning

English communication

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in software, computer science, or related field

Job description

Job Overview

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

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.
• 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

Meet requirements for registration as a patent agent.

Skills

Expertise in artificial intelligence and machine learning strongly preferred.

Benefits

• Law school tuition assistance for patent agent candidates.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits.
• Life insurance, AD&D, and long-term care coverage.
• Backup care for children and adults, and parental support benefits.
• Firm-paid life insurance, AD&D, LTD, and short-term medical benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation and two weeks of sick time per year.
• Ten paid holidays each year.
• Generous parental leave and fertility benefits.