Senior Patent Attorney

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking a Senior/Principal Patent Counsel for a top technology and semiconductor client. This individual will play a key role in developing and executing patent strategy for cutting edge technologies, working closely with engineering and product teams to transform innovations into high value patent assets. The ideal candidate is both technically strong and legally strategic, capable of owning complex patent matters from invention disclosure through prosecution, enforcement, and portfolio optimization.

This is a highly visible, hands‑on role for someone looking to make a direct impact on a world‑class IP portfolio.

• Develop and prosecute high quality patents aligned with product roadmaps and business objectives
• Manage and strategically grow a patent portfolio across domestic and international jurisdictions
• Partner closely with engineering and product teams to identify invention and IP opportunities
• Conduct patentability, infringement, and validity analyses with minimal oversight
• Draft and review claims, responses, continuations, and divisional strategies
• Assess prior art and develop prosecution and litigation strategies
• Oversee and collaborate with outside counsel to ensure quality, consistency, and cost control
• Provide IP guidance to business leaders and support broader IP department initiatives
• Manage dockets, timelines, and resources to ensure timely delivery of patent work
• Participate in portfolio reviews, invention harvesting sessions, and leadership discussions

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

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• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA accredited law school
• Admitted to a U.S. state bar and in good standing
• Registered to practice before the USPTO
• Willingness to register as in house counsel with the California State Bar (if not already licensed)
• 3+ years of experience in patent preparation, prosecution, or patent litigation
• Experience managing patent matters with outside counsel
• Master’s degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of patent law experience (law firm and/or in house)
• Experience with patents related to:
• System on Chip (SoC)
• Processors (CPU, GPU, DSP, NPU)
• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Memory design
• Low‑power circuitry
• Location technologies
• 2+ years of hands‑on engineering experience (software, electrical, communications, or similar)
• 2+ years of managing a patent portfolio and related budgets
• 2+ years of patent litigation experience