Patent Agent
- Olathe, KS
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Strategically develop and maintain Garmin’s global patent portfolio to align with the company’s business objectives
- Prepare, file, and prosecute U.S. patent applications, including managing the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) electronic filings and engaging with USPTO personnel
- Instruct foreign patent counsel in the management and prosecution of Garmin’s international patent filings
- Collaborate with Garmin inventors to manage and review invention disclosures
- Conduct patentability analysis and technology evaluations to inform patent filing decisions
- Support Garmin attorneys with patent litigation, administrative proceedings, and licensing matters
- Draft inter partes review (IPR) petitions and related filings
- Manage e-discovery collection and production
- Evaluate and respond to third-party subpoenas
- Conduct prior art searches and third-party patent reviews
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
- Minimum of 2 years experience working on intellectual property in the electrical and software fields
- Registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
- Detail-oriented with the ability to work independently and proactively
- Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset and a positive, professional attitude
- Demonstrated ability to creatively and aggressively solve challenging problems
- High attention to detail and a commitment to quality
- Superior organizational and analytical skills with keen attention to detail and quality
- Demonstrated proficiency using the Microsoft Office Suite
- Effective and accurate proofreading skills
- Proven track record effectively working with internal colleagues at all levels of an organization in a customer service-oriented manner
- Experience with high-stakes U.S. district court patent litigation and U.S. International Trade Commission investigations
- Comprehensive understanding of USPTO administrative proceedings, including the inter partes review (IPR) process
- Familiarity with intellectual property issues in the fields of navigation, communication systems, and wearable technologies
- Masters Degree (or higher) in Electrical or Computer Engineering or Computer Science
- Industry experience as an engineer or software developer
- Proficient in one or more programming languages such as C or Python