Overview In this role you will lead global intellectual property strategy to protect and monetize innovative assets. You'll advise cross-functional teams, manage IP portfolios and enforcement, and oversee patent and trademark filings. You'll draft and negotiate IP agreements and ensure global compliance, collaborating with R&D, product, and marketing. This position offers the chance to shape IP strategy at a fast-moving company with a strong focus on innovation and inclusivity.
Compensation / Benefits- Competitive pay with performance reviews
- Comprehensive healthcare options
- 401(k) company match with full vesting
- Paid parental leave (birthing and non-birthing)
- Career development and degree assistance
- Wellness and fitness reimbursements
Responsibilities- Lead development and execution of global IP strategy across patents, trademarks, and copyrights
- Advise leadership and cross-functional teams on IP risks, licensing, and commercialization opportunities
- Manage IP-related litigation, dispute resolution, and enforcement actions
- Oversee patent and trademark filings, prosecution, and portfolio management
- Draft, review, and negotiate IP-related agreements (licensing, technology transfer, NDA, partnerships, supply chain)
- Ensure compliance with international IP laws and implement internal IP policies
- Collaborate with R&D, product, and marketing worldwide to identify and protect assets
- Educate and train teammates on IP best practices and risk mitigation
Key requirements- 7+ years IP-focused legal experience including patent and trademark prosecution
- Experience structuring and leading IP transactions across technology areas (physical goods and software licenses)
- J.D. from an accredited law school; science/tech undergrad preferred
- U.S. state bar admission (California preferred) and U.S. Patent Bar
- Combination of law firm and in-house experience preferred
- Strong negotiation, drafting, and analytical skills; global IP exposure
- Strong communication and collaboration across cross-functional groups
- Ability to influence senior stakeholders with strategic business-oriented advice
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment
- Patent and trademark prosecution
- IP licensing and technology transfer negotiations
- Drafting and negotiating IP-related agreements (NDA, alliances)
