We are seeking an experienced Patent Agent with a technical background in photonics to join our Prosecution & Counseling department. This role suits a current Patent Agent with deep knowledge of integrated photonics who wants to apply that expertise to intellectual property strategy, patent preparation, and prosecution. This position can be based in our Boston, New York, or Washington, DC office, or fully remote.
Responsibilities include:
- Draft and prosecute U.S. and foreign patent applications in photonics for clients ranging from start-ups to established companies. Work directly with inventors, draft applications, respond to office actions, and coordinate with foreign associates.
Required Qualifications:
- Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) as a patent agent
- B.S. or advanced degree in electrical engineering, physics, optics, or a related field
- 2+ years of law firm patent prosecution experience
- Familiarity with several of the following:
- Photonic integrated circuits (silicon or III-V semiconductors)
- Co-packaged optics or pluggable optical transceivers
- Wavelength-division multiplexing (WDM)
- Optical modulators, lasers, and photodetectors
- Optical packaging and fiber coupling
- Drivers, TIAs, SerDes, and DSP for optical links
- CMOS-compatible foundry processes and process design kits
- Sound judgment, maturity, and an inquisitive nature with a strong work ethic paired with the ability to juggle multiple job responsibilities
- Interpersonal skills necessary to work effectively with business leaders, attorneys, scientists, engineers, inventors, and patent examiners
- A demonstrated commitment to providing exceptional client service, and a creative and strategic approach to prosecution
Preferred Qualifications:
- Industry or academic experience in photonics, semiconductors, or optical networking
The expected salary range for this position is $150,000 - $200,000 annually. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.
Wolf Greenfield offers comprehensive benefits focused on the overall well-being of firm employees. Our benefits include multiple health care plan options, vision and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts/health saving accounts and life insurance. Eligibility for our employer sponsored 401(k) plan includes an employer match and discretionary profit sharing. The firm is invested in our employee's development by providing tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities. Additionally, WGS offers further benefits and perks focused on employee well-being including generous paid time off; including sick time and vacation time, parental leave, commuter benefits, charitable matching gift program, well-being support, and much more!
