Technology Specialist (Electrical Engineering, Computer Science)

Fish & Richardson P.C.; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid work environment

Award-winning retirement and profit-sharing plans

Annual technology allowance

Backup childcare

Health and wellness initiatives

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage

Job summary

A leading law firm in San Diego is seeking a Technology Specialist focusing on Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. This position involves drafting patent applications, advising litigation teams, and collaborating with inventors. Candidates should have a strong background in relevant fields, writing skills, and preferably 2+ years of patent prosecution experience. The role offers a hybrid work environment and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of patent prosecution experience preferred.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Registered before the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office.

Responsibilities

• Draft patent applications for innovative clients.
• Correspond with patent office about pending applications.
• Advise litigation teams based on technical expertise.
• Interview inventors about new ideas.

Skills

Strong background in Electrical Engineering

Writing skills

Technical expertise

Ability to correspond with patent office

Education

Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

Job description

Technology Specialist (Electrical Engineering, Computer Science)

Join to apply for the Technology Specialist (Electrical Engineering, Computer Science) role at Fish & Richardson P.C. 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. 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 diversity and allows ingenuity to thrive.

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 Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related field (advanced degree preferred).
• You have 2+ 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.

The expected salary range for this position is $100,000 – $180,000. 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 backup childcare and health and wellness initiatives
• Competitive pay with a rich benefits package, including comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage