(Senior) Patent Counsel/Agent

Nokia; Coppell (TX); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and hybrid working schemes

90 days Maternity and Paternity Leave

Life insurance

Well-being programs

Opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups

Coaching and mentoring access

Support for personalized career development

Job summary

Nokia in Coppell is looking for a patent professional to join their esteemed Patenting team. The role involves drafting and prosecuting patent applications essential to the 3GPP standards and collaborating closely with skilled colleagues and the inventor community. Candidates should possess a Master's degree in a relevant field, have experience in telecom patent prosecution, and hold qualifications as a US Patent Attorney or European Patent Attorney. Flexible working arrangements are available, along with a diverse set of employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field is required.
• Experience with telecom patent prosecutions is essential.
• US or European Patent Attorney qualification is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support the standard essential patent portfolio.
• Draft and prosecute patent applications in-house.
• Collaborate with the inventor community for effective prosecution strategies.

Skills

Experience with telecom and computer-implemented patent applications

Drafting standard-related patent applications

Communication skills, both written and oral

Education

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunication, Computer Science, Physics/Mathematics

Qualified European Patent attorney or US Patent Attorney/Agent

Job description

Job Description

Nokia Technology Standards is both 3GPP research and patent licensing entity, building on Nokia’s continued innovation and decades of R&D leadership in technologies deployed in virtually all connected devices used today. Come join us and make an impact!

We have an exciting opportunity for a patent professional to join a world‑class Patenting team of inhouse patent attorneys. The team works mainly on drafting and prosecuting patent applications essential to 3GPP standards, thus creating assets for licensing. You will work not only with skilled colleagues but also with an extensive network of external associates.

How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn

• You will make a direct impact on building the Nokia patent portfolio for the 6th generation cellular communication system standardized within the 3GPP.
• You will be responsible for standard essential patent (SEP) portfolio development and support primarily in the following areas: Drafting standard‑related patent applications inhouse and with external patent attorneys; Prosecuting globally the patent applications inhouse and with external patent attorneys; Evaluating filed patent applications on a regular basis, including reviewing claim charts and evaluating patent validity in order to plan and execute the best prosecution strategies for your cases to bring out the best value; All above is based on collaborating closely with the inventor community.
• You will work in a team of highly‑competent patent attorneys that will provide you with their support and advice, whenever needed. And also ask you for your advice.
• Besides your core duties, you will also get opportunity to contribute in various development and pilot activities where new work practices and tools are probed.

Key Skills And Experience

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunication, Computer Science, Physics/Mathematics, or equivalent field
• Experience with telecom and computer‑implemented patent applications and prosecution thereof
• Qualified European Patent attorney or passed multiple papers of European Qualifying Examination or US Patent Attorney/Agent

Nice to Have

• Experience with 3GPP related technologies and standards, or with other standard‑essential patents in the field of telecommunication
• Open and fearless attitude towards innovating and testing new practices
• Great skills at building relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong business judgment, analytical acumen, and negotiation skills
• Time management skills
• Communication skills, both written and oral
• Mentality of a collaborative team player
• Ability to motivate and inspire others
• Solution‑oriented attitude
• Mindset for constant development

Benefits

• Flexible and hybrid working schemes
• A minimum of 90 days of Maternity and Paternity Leave, with the option to return to work within a year following the birth or adoption of a child (based on eligibility)
• Life insurance to all employees to provide peace of mind and financial security
• Well‑being programs to support your mental and physical health
• Opportunities to join and receive support from Nokia Employee Resource Groups (NERGs)
• Employee Growth Solutions to support your personalized career & skills development
• Diverse pool of Coaches & Mentors to whom you have easy access
• A learning environment which promotes personal growth and professional development - for your role and beyond

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