Patent Professional (734921)

About this opportunity
To meet the demand of our growing patent licensing business, the IPR and Licensing is building for the future. In addition to securing freedom-of-action for Ericsson on the telecom market, substantial revenues are built through Intellectual Property Rights (IPR). Ericsson currently has more than 60,000 granted patents and more than 100 patent-licensing agreements in place.
Join the phenomenal team that is accountable for protecting the IPR of Ericsson's innovative technologies and products! We offer great opportunities in this very results-oriented and exciting area!
We are now looking for an experienced Patent Professional who will be part of our Patent Unit Device, Service and Media and will report to the Director Patent Unit DSM.

What you will do
Identify and protect patentable inventions in areas relating to telecommunications and Artificial Intelligence. This will involve working in close collaboration with both inventors and research and standardization staff
Handle and make decisions on patent applications and patents including drafting, filing and prosecution of patent applications
Assess the nature and desired extent of patent protection in view of Ericsson’s business
Review Ericsson technologies and services under all patent aspects.
Provide advice on validity, relevance and scope of both Ericsson and third-party patents
Ensure that R&D, Commercial and Legal management functions are fully aware of the significance of patent matters in their own areas of responsibility
Handle patent portfolios of particular technologies or products and support litigations
Investigate and support licensing and sales opportunities for Ericsson’s patents



You will bring
Minimum of 5 years of working experience within the ICT, electronics, computer science, data science or network areas.
Minimum 3 years of experience working with patents in industry or a private practice IP firm
Proactive approach to your work and drive to accomplish tasks and become a world-class patent professional
Master or Ph.D. in Electronic Engineering, Applied Physics, Computer Science or ICT
Excellent analytical and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in English, both written and spoken



Additional preferred qualifications
European Patent Attorney certification or Indian Patent Agent certification
Knowledge and experience in patenting inventions related to Artificial Intelligence



Why join Ericsson?
At Ericsson, you´ll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and creativity to push the boundaries of what´s possible. To build never seen before solutions to some of the world’s toughest problems. You´ll be challenged, but you won’t be alone. You´ll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.

What happens once you apply?
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Application Process
Please submit your application in English. The selection process will start in parallel to the job posting period, please do not wait with submitting your application.

Please note that we cannot process applications sent via email due to GDPR.

If you have any specific questions about this role, please contact recruiter Camilla Wohlin, camilla.wohlin@ericsson.com

Location for this role: Sweden, Stockholm or India, Bangalore or Chennai.
Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we nurture it in everything we do. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team.
Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, learn more.
Primary country and city: Sweden (SE) || Sweden : Stockholm : Stockholm || India : Karnataka : Bangalore || India : Tamil Nadu : Chennai
Req ID: 734921