Patent Agent - Wireless Telecom

Premier Inn Hotels LLC (UAE); Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Hybrid work flexibility

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

MNF Global, on behalf of a leading national IP law firm, seeks a Patent Agent with 3+ years of patent prosecution experience. You will prosecute U.S.

and international applications, interact with inventors, engineers and clients, and help shape strategic patent portfolios across cutting-edge technologies. The role offers significant drafting responsibility, direct client interaction, and a path to long-term growth within a collaborative national IP practice.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of patent prosecution experience
• Electrical Engineering/CS/Physics or related degrees
• Registered to practice before the USPTO

Responsibilities

• Prepare and prosecute complex U.S. and international patent applications.
• Conduct patentability, prior art, and patent landscape analyses.
• Collaborate with inventors, engineers and scientists to develop strategic patent portfolios.
• Communicate with USPTO and foreign patent offices during prosecution.
• Advise clients on patent strategy and IP protection.
• Work with a national IP practice across attorneys and tech professionals.

Skills

Patent prosecution

Oral & written communication

FTO analyses

Client interaction

Education

Electrical Engineering

Computer Science

Physics

Computer Engineering

Tools

USPTO registration

Patent databases

Patent analytics tools

Job description

Los Angeles, United States | Posted on 09/29/2026

Join a Leading National Intellectual Property Practice

NYC

A nationally recognized law firm is seeking a Patent Agent with 3+ years of patent prosecution experience to join its expanding Intellectual Property practice. This opportunity is presented by MNF Global, a national legal search firm specializing in the placement of patent attorneys, patent agents, and other intellectual property professionals.

The successful candidate will work with innovative technology companies on sophisticated patent matters involving next-generation communications, artificial intelligence, automotive systems, software, and other advanced technologies. This role offers significant client interaction, challenging technical work, and excellent long-term career growth.

Role & Responsibilities

• Prepare and prosecute complex U.S. and international patent applications.
  
• Conduct patentability, prior art, and patent landscape analyses.
  
• Collaborate directly with inventors, engineers, and scientists to develop strategic patent portfolios.
  
• Communicate with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and foreign patent offices throughout the prosecution process.
  
• Advise clients on patent strategy and intellectual property protection.
  
• Work closely with attorneys and technical professionals across a collaborative national IP practice.
  

Technical Focus

The practice includes technologies such as:

• 3GPP, LTE, 5G, 5G Advanced or 6G experience
  
• Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
• Software & Computer Systems
  
• Electronics & Semiconductor Technologies
  
• Emerging Electrical & Computer Technologies
  

Why Consider This Opportunity

• Work with sophisticated technology companies and cutting-edge innovations.
  
• Significant drafting responsibility and direct client interaction.
  
• Collaborative national intellectual property practice with experienced mentors.
  
• Strong opportunities for professional growth and long-term career advancement.
  
• Excellent platform for building a sophisticated patent prosecution practice.
  

Requirements

Ideal Candidate Credentials:

Electrical Engineering, Computer Science , Computer Engineering, Physics or related degrees.

3+ years of experience in patent prosecution , including U.S. and global applications.

Registered to practice before the USPTO .

Strong oral and written communication skills.

Experience with 5G/6G, AI/ML, Video Compression, EV's automotive software technologies .

Familiarity with patent databases and tools.

Ability to conduct freedom-to-operate (FTO) analyses, advise on patentability, and manage patent portfolios.

Anticipated Compensation and Benefits:

Competitive salary range: $150,000 to 200,000 , depending on title, technical background and experience.

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.

Bonus potential based on performance and productivity.

Strong retirement planning , generous leave, and hybrid flexibility.