Quantum Computing Patent Agent

An established intellectual property boutique is seeking an experienced Patent Agent with substantive patent preparation and prosecution experience involving quantum computing.

The practice represents innovative technology companies developing next-generation products across quantum computing cybersecurity cryptography semiconductors software AI and other advanced technologies. This position offers significant responsibility direct client interaction and sophisticated patent work.

• Draft and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications.
  
• Work directly with inventors and engineers to understand complex technologies and develop strong patent claims.
  
• Prepare Office Action responses and manage applications throughout prosecution.
  
• Assist clients with patent strategy and portfolio development.
  
• Develop and expand client relationships.
  

Actual quantum computing patent preparation and prosecution experience is a key requirement.

Additional relevant technologies include:

• Cybersecurity & Information Security
  
• Cryptography / Cryptology
  
• Semiconductors & Chip Technologies
  
• Computer Architecture & Hardware
  
• AI & Machine Learning
  
• Software & Cloud Technologies
  
• Networking & Communications
  

• Work on sophisticated quantum computing and emerging technology patents.
  
• Direct interaction with inventors founders engineers and technology companies.
  
• Significant responsibility for patent drafting prosecution and portfolio strategy.
  
• Remote opportunity for the right candidate.
  
• Opportunity to grow an existing client base within an established technology patent practice.
  
• Collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth.
  

• 3 years of substantive patent preparation and prosecution experience.
  
• Demonstrated experience drafting and prosecuting quantum computing patent applications.
  
• Cybersecurity cryptography semiconductor or sophisticated software patent experience strongly preferred.
  
• B.S. or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering Computer Science Computer Engineering Physics or a related discipline.
  
• USPTO registration required.
  
• Strong patent drafting technical writing and client communication skills.
  
• Some portable patent prosecution business preferred.
  

• Expected base salary: $120000$180000 depending on experience technical background portable business and overall qualifications.
  
• Medical dental and vision coverage.
  
• 401(k) retirement plan.
  
• Generous paid time off.
  
• Professional development and opportunities to work on challenging emerging-technology matters.