Manager, Patent Analysis - Consumer Electronics & Wireless Technologies

All employees are required to provide proof of authorization to work in the U.S. within their first 3 days of work. Please note that the Company does not sponsor employees for work visas or permanent resident cards to work in the U.S. If you need sponsorship for a work visa or green card, you will not be qualified for employment with RPX.

 Founded in 2008, RPX provides innovative solutions that efficiently resolve patent related disputes for the benefit of its members, which include leading global companies across technology, financial services, automotive, and other sectors. RPX’s Empower platform leverages the company’s extensive data assets to help subscribing operating companies, law firms, and patent consultancies manage patent portfolios, patent licensing, and litigation strategy, as well as stay on top of market trends. RPX’s holistic suite of patent risk solutions is the key to managing increasingly frequent and disruptive patent disputes in a technologically enabled economy.

 For more information on RPX and RPX Empower, please visit www.rpxcorp.com/ and https://empower.rpxcorp.com/.

 What you can expect as a Manager, Patent Analysis:
The Patent Analysis department synthesizes complex technologies and legal patent issues into actionable intelligence for RPX executives and members. Patent Analysis research and analysis support initiatives in defensive portfolio buying, prior art validity actions, and advisory services. The positions in Patent Analysis require a deep and broad knowledge of specific technology sectors.

 As a Manager, Patent Analysis, you will analyze patent claims and related materials in view of legal, technological, and business environments to understand the technical merit, patent quality, and commercial relevance of individual patent portfolios. This role requires strong expertise in consumer electronics and wireless communication technologies, particularly cellular and Wi-Fi, including an understanding of how these technologies are implemented in commercial products and services. Your main responsibility is to distill a body of analysis and research into a concise, clear, and actionable assessment for both technical and nontechnical audiences. You will report directly to the Director, Patent Analysis.

 In this role, you will:

• Assess numerous engineering, legal, and commercial factors to evaluate patent quality, relevance, and value proposition
• Draw on detailed knowledge of consumer electronics, cellular and Wi-Fi technologies, relevant companies, products, and industries
• Explain complex technical issues to nontechnical audiences
• Isolate critical technical components of patents, products, and services, including hardware, software, communication protocols, and system architectures
• Learn and apply legal concepts related to patents, including prosecution, and litigation
• Research prior art and relevant technical disclosures in support of patent validity assessments
• Analyze patent claims in relation to commercial products, technical implementations, and industry standards
• Leverage AI-powered tools and research methodologies to improve the efficiency and comprehensiveness of patent analysis
• Support analysis conclusions with research driven logic and confidence
• Collaborate across the organization in-person and with virtual, global teams
• Establish and cultivate relationships internally and externally

 Do you have the experience to join our team? 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field
• Professional experience in consumer electronics, including the design, development, testing, or technical evaluation of products such as smartphones, tablets, wearables, and smart home devices
• Strong technical expertise in both cellular (4G LTE, 5G NR) and Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11) technologies, including relevant communication protocols and industry standards
• Understanding of consumer electronic product architectures and how wireless technologies are implemented across hardware, chipsets, firmware, and software
• Strong analytical and research skills, including the ability to interpret complex technical documentation, product specifications, and industry standards
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts and present clear, well-supported conclusions to technical and nontechnical audiences

 Preferred Qualifications:

• Patent Attorney or Agent
• Master's degree or Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science
• Management and supervisory experience
• Involvement in patent issues including prosecution, litigation, licensing, and valuation

Interested in learning more about us?

In compliance with CA Pay Transparency, the RPX target budgeted salary for this position is $175,000 to $200,000 depending on skills and experience and the RPX base salary range is $140,000 to $250,000. In addition to base salary, we offer an annual bonus opportunity and comprehensive benefits and perks, including group health coverage, company HSA contribution, 401(k) matching, medical disability and family leave benefits, fitness reimbursement, community service days, charitable donation matching, and more, as well as the option to work remotely or from our beautiful San Francisco office.

 At RPX, we value diversity. Our differences unlock our strengths. We embrace diversity of thought and background to foster opportunities for innovation and collaboration. We’re committed to creating an inclusive environment of mutual respect, humility and empathy where authenticity is welcomed, and all people are supported. Uplifting each other enhances the well-being of our communities as well as the success of our company. By encouraging everyone to speak, and listening carefully to every voice, we’re better equipped to understand our clients’ increasingly diverse needs and deliver solutions to their most complex problems.

 At RPX, you can expect to receive highly competitive and rich benefits including group health coverage, company HSA contribution, 401(k) matching, medical disability and family leave benefits, fitness reimbursement, community service days, charitable donation matching, and more!

 RPX is an equal opportunity employer.

 We will make reasonable accommodations to enable any qualified individual with a disability to participate in the job application and interview process, to perform the essential functions of the relevant position, and to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as those enjoyed by similarly-situated employees without disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please notify RPX HR.

Our Job Applicant Privacy Policy  describes how RPX Corporation uses, and discloses, “personal information” as defined under California law from and about job applicants.