Technology Specialist (Computer Science and Electrical Engineering)

Fish & Richardson P.C.; Palo Alto (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid work environment

Retirement and profit sharing plans

Annual Technology Allowance

Family-friendly atmosphere with back‑u

Health and wellness initiatives

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Job summary

Fish & Richardson P.C. seeks a technology specialist to join the nation's top patent practice in a U.S. office.

You'll work on cutting-edge technologies and collaborate with leading clients from day one. You will draft patent applications, communicate with the patent office, advise litigation teams, and interview inventors, with a hybrid work environment and substantial early responsibility. Fish is known for its innovative culture and long history of growth, offering extensive training and a

Qualifications

• Patent prosecution experience is preferred (1+ years).
• Strong writing and communication skills.
• Background in CS/EE or closely related field.

Responsibilities

• Draft patent applications with descriptions and figures for clients.
• Correspond with patent office about pending applications.
• Advise litigation teams based on technical expertise.
• Interview inventors to capture new ideas.

Skills

Software

Web applications

AI integrations

Writing skills

Education

Background in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Come join the #1 patent practice in the country as a technology specialist in any of our U.S. offices. This position plays an integral part of our Intellectual Property practice, and you can expect to work on cutting-edge technologies with top-tier clients from day one. At Fish you will learn from top practitioners in the field and get significant responsibility early on, with an unparalleled opportunity to grow through hands-on training with top-notch legal teams.

Fish has a legacy of working with the most innovative clients and influential industry leaders since 1878, and we boast one of the country's longest-standing technology specialist programs. And, if your ambition includes becoming an attorney, our law school program is outstanding - we have attorneys throughout Fish who began their careers as technology specialists and have progressed to become leaders of the firm. You will find no other firm matches our technological depth, with diverse teams of technical experts working across all offices. Here you will find a creative, respectful and inclusive culture that values the diversity of people and allows ingenuity to thrive.

If you have a passion for science, engineering, and intellectual property, we want to hear from you.

What You Will Do

• Draft patent applications for innovative clients, including descriptions and figures.
• Correspond with patent office about pending patent applications.
• Advise patent litigation teams based on your technical and scientific area of expertise.
• Interview inventors about new ideas.

Who You Are

• You have a strong background in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or closely related field.
• You have experience with software, web applications, and AI integrations.
• You have at least 1+ years of patent prosecution experience (preferred).
• You have superior writing skills and excellent academic credentials.
• You are registered before the U.S. Patent & Trademark office (preferred).

The expected salary range for this position is $100,000 - $185,000. The salary offered will depend upon individual qualifications and experience.

Why Fish

• A flexible hybrid work environment
• Award-winning retirement and profit sharing plans with employer contribution
• Annual Technology Allowance
• A family-friendly atmosphere with back-up childcare, as well as health and wellness initiatives
• Competitive pay with a rich benefits package, including comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage