Marvell Technology

Assistant General Counsel, Intellectual Property

Marvell Technology$225K — $334K *
Legal & Accounting
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school; California, Texas, or Massachusetts Bar membership preferred.
  • 10+ years of experience specializing in intellectual property, ideally within a tech-driven sector.
  • Experience with open source software and familiarity with relevant scanning tools (e.g., FOSSA, Flexera).
  • Strong background in patent law, including prosecution and management of portfolios.
  • Previous work experience in the semiconductor or technology industry is a strong advantage.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, enabling collaboration across teams.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement strategies for managing Marvell's IP portfolio.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align IP strategies with business goals.
  • Manage patent prosecution and related activities for assigned patents.
  • Conduct IP audits to identify and mitigate risks related to IP.
  • Provide strategic IP counseling to various business units.
  • Advise on open source software usage, licensing, and compliance issues.
  • Support the development of internal open source and AI policies.

Benefits

  • Employee stock purchase plan with a two-year lookback period.
  • Family support programs for work-life balance.
  • Extensive mental health resources for emotional well-being.
  • Recognition awards to celebrate employee contributions and milestones.
Full Job Description
Marvell is seeking a highly skilled and experienced attorney specializing in Intellectual Property (IP) to join our dynamic legal team. You will play a pivotal role in managing portions of Marvell's IP portfolio, providing strategic guidance on IP matters, and supporting our business objectives related to patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, and open source.

What You Can Expect

Responsibilities:

IP Portfolio Management:
  • Develop and implement strategies for the creation, protection, and enforcement of Marvell's patent portfolio and other IP assets across a set of product and technology areas
  • Work closely and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, engineering, product management, and business development, to align IP strategies with business goals
  • Manage assigned portions of the company's patent portfolio, including patent prosecution, maintenance, and enforcement
  • Support the IP legal team in refining and improving the company's patent processes

IP Counseling and Risk Management:
  • Advise business units on IP-related legal issues, including freedom-to-operate analyses, IP licensing, and technology transactions
  • Conduct IP audits and assessments to identify risks and opportunities for IP protection and monetization
  • Stay abreast of developments in IP law and industry trends, providing proactive guidance to mitigate risks and maximize opportunities
  • Support the IP legal team in advising company leadership on strategic IP-related issues

Open Source and AI:
  • Provide legal counsel on open source software usage, licensing, and compliance, including SBOM (Software Bill of Materials) management
  • Work with open source scanning tools to identify and assess licensing risks
  • Interpret and analyze source code to evaluate licensing implications and potential IP issues
  • Advise on open source licenses and their implications for proprietary and open source software integration
  • Support cross-functional efforts to build and iterate on internal Generative AI and open source policies to comply with enacted laws and industry best practices


What We're Looking For

Qualifications:
  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school. Active membership in good standing with the California, Texas, or Massachusetts State Bar preferred; at a minimum, you must be qualified for and quickly able to obtain Registered In-House Counsel status in California, Texas, or Massachusetts (depending on location)
  • 10+ years of experience practicing law, with a focus on patents and other intellectual property, preferably in a technology-driven industry
  • Open source software experience required and familiarity with open source scanning tools (e.g., FOSSA, Flexera, Black Duck, SPDX)
  • Prior experience with a semiconductor, computer, software, or technology company strongly preferred
  • Strong background in patent law, including patent prosecution and portfolio management
  • Experience with trademark, copyright, and trade secret matters is a plus
  • Proven track record of providing strategic counsel to senior management and business leaders on complex IP issues
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
  • Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
  • Commitment to upholding the highest ethical standards and promoting a culture of integrity within the organization


Expected Base Pay Range (USD)
225,800 - 334,220, $ per annum

The successful candidate's starting base pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location and market conditions. The expected base pay range for this role may be modified based on market conditions.

Additional Compensation and Benefit Elements
Marvell is committed to providing exceptional, comprehensive benefits that support our employees at every stage - from internship to retirement and through life's most important moments. Our offerings are built around four key pillars: financial well-being, family support, mental and physical health, and recognition. Highlights include an employee stock purchase plan with a 2-year look back, family support programs to help balance work and home life, robust mental health resources to prioritize emotional well-being, and a recognition and service awards to celebrate contributions and milestones. We look forward to sharing more with you during the interview process.

Interview Integrity

To support fair and authentic hiring practices, candidates are not permitted to use AI tools (such as transcription apps, real-time answer generators like ChatGPT or Copilot, or automated note-taking bots) during interviews.

These tools must not be used to record, assist with, or enhance responses in any way. Our interviews are designed to evaluate your individual experience, thought process, and communication skills in real time. Use of AI tools without prior instruction from the interviewer will result in disqualification from the hiring process.

This position may require access to technology and/or software subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). As such, applicants must be eligible to access export-controlled information as defined under applicable law. Marvell may be required to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce and/or the U.S. Department of State. Except for U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), all applicants may be subject to an export license review process prior to employment.

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About Marvell Technology

Marvell Technology is a semiconductor company that designs and develops analog, mixed-signal, and digital signal processing integrated circuits. The company's product portfolio includes processors, connectivity, storage, and security solutions. Marvell's customers operate in various industries, including data center, enterprise, automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics. The company was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in Santa Clara, California.
Learn more about Marvell Technology
Size
6,729 employees
Market Cap
$30.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$277.3 million
Founded
2013
5 Year Trend
+14.2%
Revenue
$2.9 billion
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