Senior Patent Agent/Counsel

NOKIA; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled patent professional to enhance their Core Network Protocol Patenting team. This role involves managing patent applications and collaborating with inventors to develop a robust standard essential patent portfolio. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with 3GPP technologies and a strong legal background in patent prosecution. Join a forward-thinking company committed to innovation and inclusion, where your contributions will play a vital role in shaping the future of technology and connectivity. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Corporate Retirement Savings Plan

Health and Dental Benefits

Short-term and Long-term Disability

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition Assistance Plan

Adoption Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience with 3GPP related patent applications.
• Qualified European or US patent attorney/agent.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and prosecuting patent applications for core network protocols.
• Collaborating with inventors and evaluating filed patent applications.

Skills

Patent Prosecution

3GPP Standards

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Relationship Building

Education

Master's in Electrical Engineering

Master's in Computer Science

Master's in Physics/Mathematics

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for an accomplished patent professional to join a world-class Core Network Protocol Patenting team in Nokia's TECH Patent Portfolio, Cellular Standards unit. The post holder is expected to perform/manage all patent applications & prosecution related tasks in the area of cellular standards core network protocols.

You will be responsible for standard essential patent (SEP) portfolio development and support primarily in the following areas:

• Drafting core network protocol standard related patent applications in-house and with external patent attorneys


• Prosecuting globally the patent applications in-house and with external patent attorneys


• Evaluating filed patent applications on a regular basis


• Reviewing claim charts and collaborating with others to ascertain the claim scope and mapping to standards


• Collaborating closely with the inventor community

• Master's degree in electrical engineering, Computer Science or Physics/Mathematics or equivalent


• At least 6 years of experience with 3GPP related patent applications and prosecution


• Qualified European Patent attorney, or US, Canada or China patent attorney/agent

It would be nice if you also had:

• Extensive experience with 3GPP related technologies and standards


• Ability to innovate, and agility to adapt to, new ways of doing things


• Great skills at building relationships with internal and external stakeholders


• Strong business judgment, analytical acumen, and communication skills


• Drive for results


• Mentality of a collaborative team player


• Ability to motivate and inspire others


• Willingness to travel globally

Come create the technology that helps the world act together

Nokia is committed to innovation and technology leadership across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. Your career here will have a positive impact on people's lives and will help us build the capabilities needed for a more productive, sustainable, and inclusive world.
We challenge ourselves to create an inclusive way of working where we are open to new ideas, empowered to take risks and fearless to bring our authentic selves to work

What we offer

Nokia offers continuous learning opportunities, well-being programs to support you mentally and physically, opportunities to join and get supported by employee resource groups, mentoring programs and highly diverse teams with an inclusive culture where people thrive and are empowered.

Nokia is committed to inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer

Nokia has received the following recognitions for its commitment to inclusion & equality:

• One of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere


• Gender-Equality Index by Bloomberg


• Workplace Pride Global Benchmark

At Nokia, we act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Nokia's employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to a culture of inclusion built upon our core value of respect.
Join us and be part of a company where you will feel included and empowered to succeed.

Additional Information

US/Canada Nokia Offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes but is not limited to:

• Corporate Retirement Savings Plan


• Health and dental benefits


• Short-term disability, and long-term disability


• Life insurance, and AD&D - Company paid 2x base pay


• Optional or Supplemental life and AD&D insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)


• Paid time off for holidays and Vacation


• Employee Stock Purchase Plan


• Tuition Assistance Plan


• Adoption assistance


• Employee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource Program

The above benefits exclude students.
Disclaimer for US/Canada

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