Patent Agent in Video/Audio Processing

BCG Attorney Search; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts / Health-sy

401(k) with company match

Unlimited PTO + 10 paid holidays

Professional growth and mentorship

Flexible remote work policy

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a Patent Agent in Charlotte, NC to join the Electrical and Computer Science IP team. The role requires a minimum of 2 years IP prosecution experience and USPTO admission, with opportunities to work on national and international matters across a diverse client base.

Responsibilities include drafting patent applications, supporting IP prosecution, and providing strategic portfolio guidance for technical domains such as video and audio processing.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of IP prosecution experience.
• Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
• Experience in physics, math, optics, or audio/image processing preferred.
• Graduate-level experience or advanced technical degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Draft patent applications and manage IP prosecution processes.
• Collaborate with a team to support client needs in video/audio processing.
• Engage in research and analysis of technical data.
• Provide strategic advice on patent portfolio development.

Skills

Advanced mathematics

Oral and written communication

Teamwork

Discretion with confidential info

Education

Physics / Electrical Engineering / CS / Mathematics / Computer Engineering / IT degree

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Patent Agent in Charlotte, NC, to join their Electrical and Computer Science IP team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of IP prosecution experience and be admitted to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). This role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse client base on national and international matters.

Duties

• Draft patent applications and manage IP prosecution processes.
• Collaborate with a team to support client needs in video/audio processing.
• Engage in research and analysis of technical data.
• Provide strategic advice on patent portfolio development.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of IP prosecution experience.
• Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
• Experience in physics, math, optics, or audio/image processing preferred.
• Graduate-level experience or advanced technical degree is a plus.

Education

• Degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Computer Engineering, or Information Technology.

Certifications

• Admission to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

Skills

• Excellent advanced mathematics skills.
• Strong oral and written communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in managing confidential information with discretion.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision care.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Unlimited PTO plus 10 paid holidays.
• Professional growth and mentorship programs.
• Flexible remote work policy.