Senior Patent Attorney, Wi-Fi Technologies

About Ofinno

Ofinno is a leading research and development lab headquartered in Reston, Virginia, specializing in advancing communication and media standards. Our team’s innovative work has led to significant contributions to technologies such as 5G cellular, Wi-Fi, and media compression. Ofinno holds strategic partnerships and licensing agreements with several of the world’s leading technology companies that use such technologies. At Ofinno, we foster an environment of collaboration and excellence, where researchers can focus on delivering breakthroughs that shape the future of technology.

Position Overview

Ofinno is seeking a technically skilled and detail-oriented Senior Patent Attorney or Agent to support our Next Generation Wi-Fi team. In this role, you will work closely with inventors to draft, file, and prosecute high-quality patent applications related to Wi-Fi and IEEE 802.11 technologies across U.S. and international jurisdictions. This position offers the opportunity to contribute directly to the development of a world-class patent portfolio in wireless communications.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with our technical experts and inventors
• Draft and review Wi-Fi standard-related patent applications
• Prosecute patent applications globally, with a focus on the USPTO and the EPO
• Aid in preparing claim charts for standard-essential patents

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field encompassing wireless communications (Master's degree or higher preferred)
• Active registration to practice before the USPTO (EPO registration is a plus)
• 4+ years of patent preparation and prosecution experience (2+ years of experience working with wireless technologies preferred)
• Familiarity with EPO prosecution is a plus
• Strong organizational skills, technical acumen, and writing ability
• Demonstrated reliability, professionalism, and ability to collaborate effectively

Qualifications

• Experience drafting and reviewing patent applications
• Experience prosecuting patent applications globally
• Experience with EPO prosecution
• Strong organizational and writing skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Free healthcare plans
• Free food
• Unlimited paid time off
• On-campus gym