As a Patent Attorney, you will analyze technologies, draft and prosecute patent applications, collaborate with engineering teams, and provide legal counsel on patent matters.
Change the world. Love your job.
TI’s legal department is seeking a talented Patent Attorney with a background in an area such as digital signal processors, microcontrollers, processor architecture, wireless communication circuitry, analog circuit design, and/or semiconductor device manufacturing. As a Patent Attorney at TI, you will immerse yourself in our cutting-edge technologies, developing a thorough understanding that will enable you to create inventive patent strategies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conducting in-depth analysis of various technologies.
- Drafting and prosecuting patent applications in alignment with strategic goals.
- Collaborating with engineering teams to identify patentable inventions.
- Developing and maintaining a portfolio of patents in the designated area of expertise.
- Providing legal counsel on patent-related matters, including infringement and licensing.
Exciting Aspects of the Job:
- Technology Immersion: You will have the ability to cultivate a profound understanding of cutting-edge technology, fostering expertise in your chosen domain.
- Leadership of Patent Strategy: You will drive the development and execution of patent strategies, leveraging your expertise to develop comprehensive and interrelated approaches.
Why Join Us:
Unlike traditional patent roles, which offer a broad scope but limited depth, this position provides the opportunity for specialization and expertise development. You’ll have the chance to deeply engage with each patent within your portfolio, a rarity in the industry, fostering unparalleled growth and professional fulfillment. If you are passionate about semiconductor engineering and intellectual property law, and are seeking a role that offers both depth of understanding and a leadership role in shaping the field, we encourage you to apply and become an integral part of our dynamic team.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or related field
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree with an active license to practice law
- 4+ years of patent application drafting and prosecution experience
- Registration as a patent attorney with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
- Admission in good standing with a state legal bar
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced degree preferred
- 3+ years of experience as an engineer or scientist in a technical role
- Experience and familiarity with digital signal processors, microcontrollers, processor architecture, wireless communication circuitry, analog circuit design, and/or semiconductor device manufacturing
Why TI?
- Engineer your future. We empower our employees to truly own their career and development. Come collaborate with some of the smartest people in the world to shape the future of electronics.
- We're different by design. Diverse backgrounds and perspectives are what push innovation forward and what make TI stronger. We value each and every voice, and look forward to hearing yours. Meet the people of TI
- Benefits that benefit you. We offer competitive pay and benefits designed to help you and your family live your best life. Your well-being is important to us.
About Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments Incorporated (Nasdaq: TXN) is a global semiconductor company that designs, manufactures and sells analog and embedded processing chips for markets such as industrial, automotive, data center, personal electronics and communications equipment. At our core, we have a passion to create a better world by making electronics more affordable through semiconductors. This passion is alive today as each generation of innovation builds upon the last to make our technology more reliable, more affordable and lower power, making it possible for semiconductors to go into electronics everywhere. Learn more at TI.com.
Texas Instruments is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse, inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, disability, genetic information, national origin, gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
If you are interested in this position, please apply to this requisition.
Top Skills
Analog Circuit Design
Digital Signal Processors
Microcontrollers
Processor Architecture
Semiconductor Device Manufacturing
Wireless Communication Circuitry
Texas Instruments San Francisco, California, USA Office
50 Francisco St, San Francisco, CA , United States, 94133
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