Patent Attorney

Change the world. Love your job. TI’s legal department is seeking a talented Patent Attorney with a background in areas such as digital signal processors, microcontrollers, processor architecture, wireless communication circuitry, analog circuit design, and/or semiconductor device manufacturing. As a Patent Attorney at TI, you will immerse yourself in cutting-edge technologies, developing a thorough understanding that will enable you to create inventive patent strategies.

Change the world. Love your job. TI’s legal department is seeking a talented Patent Attorney with a background in areas such as digital signal processors, microcontrollers, processor architecture, wireless communication circuitry, analog circuit design, and/or semiconductor device manufacturing. As a Patent Attorney at TI, you will immerse yourself in cutting-edge technologies, developing a thorough understanding that will enable you to create inventive patent strategies.

• Conducting in-depth analysis of various technologies.
• Drafting and prosecuting patent applications in alignment with strategic goals.
• Collaborating with engineering teams to identify patentable inventions.
• Developing and maintaining a portfolio of patents in the designated area of expertise.
• Providing legal counsel on patent-related matters, including infringement and licensing.

• Technology immersion: cultivate a profound understanding of cutting-edge technology, fostering expertise in your chosen domain.
• Leadership of patent strategy: drive the development and execution of patent strategies, leveraging your expertise to develop comprehensive and interrelated approaches.

Unlike traditional patent roles, which offer a broad scope but limited depth, this position provides the opportunity for specialization and expertise development. You’ll have the chance to deeply engage with each patent within your portfolio, a rarity in the industry, fostering growth and professional fulfillment. If you are passionate about semiconductor engineering and intellectual property law, and are seeking a role that offers both depth of understanding and a leadership role in shaping the field, we encourage you to apply and become an integral part of our dynamic team.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree with an active license to practice law
• 4+ years of patent application drafting and prosecution experience
• Registration as a patent attorney with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
• Admission in good standing with a state legal bar

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree preferred
• 3+ years of experience as an engineer or scientist in a technical role
• Experience and familiarity with digital signal processors, microcontrollers, processor architecture, wireless communication circuitry, analog circuit design, and/or semiconductor device manufacturing

• Engineer your future. We empower our employees to truly own their career and development. Come collaborate with some of the smartest people in the world to shape the future of electronics.
• We’re different by design. Diverse backgrounds and perspectives push innovation forward and strengthen TI. We value every voice and look forward to hearing yours.
• Benefits that benefit you. We offer competitive pay and benefits designed to help you and your family live your best life. Your well-being is important to us.

Texas Instruments Incorporated (Nasdaq: TXN) is a global semiconductor company that designs, manufactures and sells analog and embedded processing chips for markets such as industrial, automotive, data center, personal electronics and communications equipment. This is a company with a passion to create a better world by making electronics more affordable through semiconductors. Learn more at

Texas Instruments is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse, inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, disability, genetic information, national origin, gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

If you are interested in this position, please apply to this requisition.

TI does not make recruiting or hiring decisions based on citizenship, immigration status or national origin. However, if TI determines that information access or export control restrictions based upon applicable laws and regulations would prohibit you from working in this position without first obtaining an export license, TI expressly reserves the right not to seek such a license for you and either offer you a different position that does not require an export license or decline to move forward with your employment.