Requisition # G1891713 Job Title Patent Counsel - San Jose Post Date 11/02/2011 Division Qualcomm Atheros Job Area Legal Location California - San Jose Job Function Experienced Patent Attorney with 5+ years experience in practice. Experience in semiconductor, wired and wireless communication technologies desired. The Patent Attorney will oversee a portion of the patent portfolio for the Qualcomm Atheros Inc., the networking and connectivity subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated. Skills/Experience Must have at least 5+ years experience in patent preparation and prosecution at a law firm and/or in-house. Experience in foreign prosecution is preferred. * Possess in-depth knowledge of intellectual property law and practice, and a desire to maintain current knowledge of pending legislative, judicial, administrative reform efforts. * Ability to understand Qualcomm Atheros technology, in particular wireless and wired technologies for the mobile, networking, computing and consumer electronics markets (e.g., featuring Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth, Ethernet, HomePlug powerline and PON technologies). * Ability to work efficiently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment by prioritizing projects and adapting to workload fluctuations. * Possess excellent writing and oral communication skills. * Possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to become an integral part of a legal and business team. * Possess sound judgment and demonstrate the ability to execute and deliver a high quality professional work product in a fast-paced business environment in a timely fashion. * Self directed and able to work independently with minimal supervision * An effective team player, comfortable in working with legal teams and business teams. Responsibilities Position will involve patent prosecution, portfolio management, advising inventors and management on a variety of intellectual property matters; review of prior art search reports; and general client counseling on patent matters. This position involves substantial client interaction so good communication skills are required. This position also requires the ability to work in a team environment. Education Requirements Juris Doctor from a recognized and ABA-accredited U.S. law school, excellent academic credentials, and licensed to practice in at least one state; Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office; Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering; Engineering work experience preferred.
