Pay: $130,000.00 - $185,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Work on cutting-edge semiconductor, artificial intelligence, and electrical engineering technologies.
• Build valuable patent portfolios that help innovative companies protect their breakthroughs.
• Enjoy a flexible hybrid work environment with unlimited PTO and bonus eligibility.
• Collaborate with talented IP professionals while growing your expertise and career.
• Make a meaningful impact through sophisticated U.S. and international patent work.

Location

San Jose, CA | Hybrid

Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid schedule while collaborating with our team in either San Jose, CA. Candidates should be able to commute regularly to their selected office.

Note

Candidates must have 3+ years of patent preparation and prosecution experience, a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, substantial semiconductor patent drafting and prosecution experience, and USPTO registration. Patent Attorneys must also hold the applicable state bar admission.

About Us

Confidential Employer.

We are a growing intellectual property law practice helping innovative businesses protect their most valuable technologies. Our team combines deep technical knowledge with sophisticated patent strategy, offering a collaborative environment where talented professionals can do meaningful work and build rewarding careers.

Job Description

• Draft and prosecute patent applications involving semiconductors, electrical engineering, and emerging technologies.
• Develop strategic patent portfolios for innovative companies across diverse industries.
• Manage U.S. and international patent prosecution matters.
• Conduct third-party patent rights analyses and help clients navigate complex IP challenges.
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys, patent agents, and technical professionals.
• Contribute to mentoring junior team members and strengthening our patent practice.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of patent preparation and prosecution experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Hands-on semiconductor patent drafting and prosecution experience.
• Active USPTO registration.
• New York Bar admission for attorneys based in New York or California Bar admission for attorneys based in San Jose.
• Strong technical writing, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Advanced engineering degree or relevant industry experience preferred.

Why You Will Love Working Here

We believe great work happens when talented people have the opportunity to grow, collaborate, and make an impact. You'll enjoy challenging technical work, supportive colleagues, professional development opportunities, and benefits designed to support your well-being.

Our benefits include:

• Unlimited Paid Time Off
• Two weeks of sick leave
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Commuter benefits
• Performance bonus eligibility

Ready to take your patent career further? Apply today and help us protect the technologies shaping tomorrow.

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Requirements: 3+ yrs of patent preparation and prosecution. If applying as Patent Agent: Must be USPTO registered. If applying as Patent Attorney: Must be USPTO registered and meet the applicable state bar requirement (NY/CA).

• Required Years as Associate: 3+ years of patent preparation and prosecution experience (Patent Agents also eligible).
• Salary Bands (Only if attorney role): 
• 3 to 4 years: $130K to $145K; 
• 5 to 7 years: $145K to $165K; 
• 8+ years: $165K to $185K. Recommended bands, not client-confirmed.

Submission Email: Anouk-[email protected]

Quick Recruiter Reference

HG Law LLP specializes in intellectual property and patent prosecution for technology-driven companies. Seeking Patent Agents/Attorneys with electrical engineering degrees, semiconductor patent experience, and USPTO registration. Hybrid roles in NYC and San Jose, $130K to $185K plus bonus.

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• Client job title: Patent Agent/Patent Associate
• Location: San Jose, CA
• On-site, hybrid, remote: Hybrid
• Experience: 3
• Good fit job titles/keywords for candidates: Patent Agent, Patent Attorney, Patent Prosecution Associate, IP Associate, Semiconductor Patent, Electrical Engineering, USPTO

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