Jobs · Legal · California

Patent Agent

Tacit · San Francisco, CA · 2 mo ago
On-siteLegal$180k–$200k/yrFull-time

About The Role

We’re looking for a Patent Agent to own and drive our patent prosecution strategy. This role is ideal for someone who has deep experience at a top-tier law firm and is ready to work more autonomously, partnering closely with technical teams to protect and grow a sophisticated IP portfolio.

What You'll Do

  • Lead patent prosecution efforts from invention disclosure through issuance
  • Draft, file, and prosecute U.S. and international patent applications with minimal oversight
  • Advise internal stakeholders on patentability, freedom-to-operate, and portfolio strategy
  • Collaborate directly with engineers, researchers, and leadership on invention development
  • Manage outside counsel as needed and review their work for quality and strategy
  • Help shape long-term IP strategy aligned with company product and research roadmap

Requirements

  • Strong candidates may have 4+ years of experience as a Patent Agent at a top law firm
  • Strong background in electrical engineering or a closely related technical field
  • Advanced technical degree preferred (Master’s or PhD strongly desired)
  • Registered to practice before the USPTO
  • Pioneering ability to manage patent prosecution independently
  • Clear communicator who can translate complex technical concepts into strong patent claims

Skills

  • Experience drafting and prosecuting patents
  • Technical understanding of electrical engineering or related fields
  • Ability to communicate effectively with non-technical stakeholders

Benefits

  • Competitive equity compensation
  • Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance
  • Company size: 20-30 people
  • Visa sponsorship
  • Unlimited PTO
  • 4% 401k matching

Pay

Compensation Range: $180,000 - $200,000/year

Similar jobs

Patent Agent

LennoxRichardson, TX· 3 wk ago
Legal$103k–$135k/yrapply on uscareers-lennox.icims.com

Patent Agent

MP MaterialsLas Vegas, NV· 1 wk ago
Legalapply on workforcenow.adp.com

Patent Agent

The People Of: Professional ServicesNorth Carolina, United States· 5 mo ago
Legalapply on tposearch.com

Patent Agent

SCIEXMarlborough, MA· 2 days ago
RemoteLegal$134k–$148k/yrapply on danaher.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com

Patent Agent

Saul Ewing LLPBoston, MA· 1 wk ago
Legal$140k–$180k/yrapply on saulewingselfapply.viglobalcloud.com

Patent Agent

Husch BlackwellChattanooga, TN· 2 wk ago
RemoteLegal$100k–$170k/yrapply on recruiting2.ultipro.com