Dolby Laboratories Inc.
Director, Patents - Video
San Francisco, California,United States · Director · Full-time
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About the role
- This role involves identifying and evaluating opportunities, acquiring patents for strategic advantage, and managing a team of experienced patent attorneys and agents.
- Additional responsibilities include supporting technology standardization, reviewing invention disclosures, overseeing prosecution, analyzing third-party patents, and leading due diligence for potential acquisitions.
- This position is based in San Francisco or Sunnyvale and reports to the Vice President, Chief Patent Counsel.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement patent monetization strategies.
- Manage domestic and international outside counsel in preparing and prosecuting patent applications.
- Support patent licensing and enforcement efforts.
- Lead and mentor a team of patent attorneys and agents.
- Provide other patent, licensing, and intellectual property support as assigned.
- Adapt effectively to changing conditions, embrace new ideas, and maintain resilience in the face of challenges.
- Join the leader in entertainment innovation and help us design the future.
- We continue to revolutionize how people create, deliver, and enjoy entertainment worldwide.
- The Legal Department provides core legal support to all Dolby functions, runs several IP-centric businesses, and leads government relations.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience as a patent attorney in a top-tier law firm and in-house, including experience leading and managing teams.
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
- We're big enough to give you all the resources you need, and small enough so you can make a real difference and earn recognition for your work.
Compensation
- $225k-$318k
Benefits
- We offer a collegial culture, challenging projects, and excellent compensation and benefits.
- For this high functioning team, the nature of the work benefits from frequent in-office presence, and employees may be expected to work from a company office up to four days per week.
- While we remain committed to flexibility, this team's rhythm includes regular in-person connection to support collaboration, learning, and impact.
Company info
- We are seeking an experienced patent attorney and strategist with a strong understanding of the video patent landscape, industry dynamics, and pool licensing practices.
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