Senior IP/Patent Attorney, Hybrid - Global Portfolio Lead

ASML; 4S Ranch (CA); On-site; USD 184,000 - 254,000; Full time

Job summary

ASML Holding is seeking a Senior IP/Patent Attorney based in San Diego, CA to build and manage ASML's global patent portfolio in light-source technologies. You will oversee outside counsel, review and prosecute patent applications, and contribute to IP strategies aligned with business goals.

The role requires active U.S. bar admission, a JD, and 6+ years of patent prosecution experience, with collaboration across R&D, engineering, and management to mitigate risks and protect ASML's innovative

Qualifications

• Active law license in at least one U.S. state or DC with JD and strong academic performance.
• BS in engineering or physical sciences; advanced degree preferred.
• Active USPTO patent bar license.
• At least 6 years of patent prosecution experience; experience with outside counsel a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a global patent portfolio for ASML’s light-source technologies.
• Supervise outside counsel to prepare and prosecute patent applications efficiently.
• Contribute to ASML IP strategies including filings and product clearance.
• Collaborate with internal R&D and engineering teams to align portfolio with business goals.
• Assess competitor IP positions and freedom-to-operate issues.
• Assist in negotiating IP-related terms in contracts and licenses.
• Lead legal research to resolve IP issues and support management.

Skills

Broad technical knowledge

Analytical ability

Communication skills

Strategic thinking

Independent and teamwork

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

BS in engineering/physical science

Licensed to practice before USPTO

Active state bar license

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

IP databases

Job description

ASML Holding is seeking a Senior IP/Patent Attorney based in San Diego, CA to build and manage ASML's global patent portfolio in light-source technologies. You will oversee outside counsel, review and prosecute patent applications, and contribute to IP strategies aligned with business goals.

The role requires active U.S. bar admission, a JD, and 6+ years of patent prosecution experience, with collaboration across R&D, engineering, and management to mitigate risks and protect ASML's innovative