Description:

As Strategic Patent Counsel, you will develop our patent strategy, ensuring we stay ahead in a constantly evolving tech landscape. You will be responsible for managing A Vector Graphics Editor & Prototyping Tool's patent portfolio, overseeing global applications, and collaborating with clients across the business.

This is a full time role that can be held from one of our US hubs or remotely in the United States.

What you'll do at A Vector Graphics Editor & Prototyping Tool:

Develop A Vector Graphics Editor & Prototyping Tool's patent strategy, based on A Vector Graphics Editor & Prototyping Tool's strategic and competitive position
Manage A Vector Graphics Editor & Prototyping Tool's patent portfolio and related activities, including invention identification, invention disclosure meetings, and overseeing global patent application preparation and prosecution
Prepare invention disclosures, provisional patent applications and utility patent applications, including drawings and figures
Work collaboratively with clients and manage outside counsel and service providers to support patent related work
Train, educate, and counsel product, engineering teams, and other partners in patent matters
Support IP aspects of technology transactions, as well as patent acquisitions, licensing, and litigation

We'd love to hear from you if you have:

8+ years combined of patent prosecution experience and in-house patent counseling experience (if applicable)
Experience with patent acquisitions
A proven track record of translating complex ideas into easily understood concepts

While not required, it's an added plus if you also have:

Strong technical capability and written communication skills
Experience building a patent program from the ground up
Ability to influence others within a diverse, global, cross-functional team

At A Vector Graphics Editor & Prototyping Tool, one of our values is Grow as you go. We believe in hiring smart, curious people who are excited to learn and develop their skills. If you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with the points outlined in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.