Patent Agent/ Portfolio Manager

Job description

Key Responsibilities: Support freedom-to-operate (FTO) and infringement analyses as needed - Draft, review, and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications across mechanical, electrical, and software domains - Conduct detailed invention disclosures with engineers and inventors to extract key innovations - Develop strong claim strategies, including independent and dependent claims with appropriate scope and fallback positions - Prepare high-quality patent specifications with clear technical descriptions, embodiments, and variations - Perform prior art searches and patentability analyses - Respond to Office Actions and communicate effectively with patent examiners - Collaborate closely with R&D, product, and legal teams to align IP strategy with business objectives - Advise on patent portfolio development, including continuation strategies and claim coverage expansion Skills and Qualifications: Excellent English written and verbal communication skills - Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a closely related field - Strong understanding of both hardware systems and software architectures - Demonstrated experience in patent drafting and prosecu...