PATENT AGENT ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING & COMPUTER SCIENCE

Htprof; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development resources

Employee assistance programs

Wellness initiatives

Supportive culture

Job summary

Htprof is seeking a Patent Agent to join its Electrical Engineering & Computer Science Patent Prosecution Practice Group in a HYBRID role across multiple locations. The successful candidate will draft and prosecute patent applications, collaborate with inventors and in-house teams, and contribute to strategy across AI, telecommunications, software, and hardware technologies.

Applicants should hold a bachelor's, master's, or PhD in a technical field and demonstrate strong technical writing,

Qualifications

• Candidates hold at least a technical degree in EE, CE, CS, or related field.
• Experience drafting and prosecuting patent applications in electrical, software, or computer technologies.
• Excellent technical writing, analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, file, and prosecute patent applications before the USPTO.
• Draft patent applications involving electrical, software, communications, and computer technologies.
• Collaborate with inventors, clients, and internal IP teams on domestic and international matters.
• Assist with IP strategy and portfolio management initiatives.

Skills

Patent drafting

Patent prosecution

Technical writing

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a related technical discipline

Job description

PATENT AGENT ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING & COMPUTER SCIENCE

Type Full Time

PATENT AGENT – ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING & COMPUTER SCIENCE

Multiple Locations Available...full list at the bottom of this description.

HYBRID

Our Client

Our client, a prestigious AmLaw 100 law firm, is seeking a talented Patent Agent to join its Electrical Engineering & Computer Science Patent Prosecution Practice Group . This is an exciting opportunity to work with innovative companies, emerging technologies, and sophisticated patent portfolios while collaborating with a nationally recognized intellectual property team.

The successful candidate will assist clients in protecting advancements across a wide range of technologies, including artificial intelligence, telecommunications, autonomous systems, software, cybersecurity, and next-generation hardware platforms.

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a related technical discipline
• Strong technical aptitude with the ability to quickly understand and communicate complex innovations
• Background drafting and prosecuting patent applications in electrical engineering, software, or computer-related technologies
• Familiarity with emerging technologies such as machine learning, artificial intelligence, telecommunications, autonomous systems, cybersecurity, and hardware security solutions
• Excellent technical writing, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to work directly with inventors, engineers, researchers, and in-house intellectual property teams

Preferred Technical Background

Candidates with familiarity in one or more of the following areas are particularly encouraged to apply:

• Hardware Security and Communications Security
• Encryption and Decryption Technologies
• Software and Computer-Implemented Inventions

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, file, and prosecute patent applications before the USPTO
• Work closely with inventors and clients to identify and protect valuable intellectual property
• Draft patent applications involving complex electrical, software, communications, and computer technologies
• Assist with intellectual property strategy and portfolio management initiatives
• Collaborate with attorneys and technical professionals on sophisticated domestic and international patent matters

Why Join Us?

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a highly regarded intellectual property practice that advises innovative companies across a broad spectrum of technologies.

The firm offers a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment that emphasizes mentorship, professional development, and long-term career growth. Team members enjoy meaningful client interaction, sophisticated technical work, and the opportunity to develop deep subject-matter expertise across rapidly evolving industries.

Competitive Salary: $140,000 - $250,000 annually, commensurate with experience, technical background, and qualifications.

Performance-Based Bonus: Eligible for discretionary bonus opportunities based on individual and firm performance.

Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement savings plan; paid time off; parental leave; healthcare spending accounts; and additional wellness and financial benefits.

Additional Perks: Includes professional development resources, employee assistance programs, wellness initiatives, and a supportive culture designed to promote long-term success both personally and professionally.

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter , resume , undergraduate transcript , graduate transcript (if applicable) , and a writing sample (preferably a patent application) for consideration.

Locations

Preferred Office Locations:

• Atlanta, GA
• Houston, TX
• St. Louis, MO
• Kansas City, MO

Additional firm locations may be considered based on candidate qualifications and business need.