Technology Specialist (Video Compression)

Fish & Richardson P.C.; Wilmington (DE); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid work

Retirement & profit sharing

Technology allowance

Back-up childcare & wellness

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Fish & Richardson P.C. in the United States seeks a technology specialist to join our top patent practice. You will draft patent applications, liaise with patent offices, and advise litigation teams on video compression technologies and related standards.

An advanced degree in CS or EE and 2+ years of patent prosecution, plus USPTO registration, are required. We offer a flexible hybrid work environment, competitive pay with strong benefits, and a pathway to growth within a leading technology law

Qualifications

• Strong background in video compression technologies.
• Experience with standard-essential patents in video coding (e.g., MPEG, HEVC, AV1).
• Advanced degree in CS or EE or equivalent work experience.
• 2+ years patent prosecution experience.
• USPTO registration required.

Responsibilities

• Draft patent applications with descriptions and figures.
• Correspond with patent office about pending applications.
• Advise litigation teams on technical aspects in video tech.
• Interview inventors to capture new ideas.

Skills

Video compression technologies

Patent prosecution

Education

Advanced degree 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 US 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 and experience in video compression technologies.
• You have experience with standard‑essential patents related to video coding standards such as MPEG, HEVC, AV1, etc. (preferred).
• You have an advanced degree in computer science or electrical engineering or commensurate work experience in the field.
• You have 2+ years of patent prosecution experience.
• 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 - $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.