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Patent Manager Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Husch Blackwell Llp

Patent Agent

Austin, TX · Remote

$100K - $170K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.

Husch Blackwell Llp

Patent Agent

Houston, TX · Remote

$100K - $170K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.

Husch Blackwell LLP

Patent Agent

Austin, TX · Remote

$100K - $170K/yr

The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.

Husch Blackwell LLP

Patent Agent

Dallas, TX · Remote

$100K - $170K/yr

The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.

Bakerhostetler-1

Patent Scientist

Dallas, TX · On-site

$120 - $160/hr

The Patent Scientist will work with attorneys, inventors, and clients to evaluate innovative ... Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and exercise sound judgment. * Strong ...

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BakerHostetler

Patent Scientist

Dallas, TX · On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

The Patent Scientist will work with attorneys, inventors, and clients to evaluate innovative ... Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and exercise sound judgment. * Strong ...

Husch Blackwell Llp

Patent Agent

Dallas, TX · Remote

$100K - $170K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.

Husch Blackwell LLP

Patent Agent

Houston, TX · Remote

$100K - $170K/yr

The program manager focuses on the professional development of patents agents and engineers and assists with workload management. This role focuses on preparing and prosecuting patent applications.

BakerHostetler

Patent Scientist

Dallas, TX · On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

The Patent Scientist will work with attorneys, inventors, and clients to evaluate innovative ... Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and exercise sound judgment. * Strong ...

Capstone Search Partners

Patent Agent

Houston, TX · On-site

$110K - $210K/yr

... portfolio management, and competitive landscape analysis for clients in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. * Monitor industry trends, scientific advancements, and regulatory ...

Mcguirewoods

Patent Agent

Houston, TX · On-site

$120 - $180/hr

  • PTO

The Patent Agent will prepare original patent applications, prepare responses to office actions ... Ability to respond effectively to clients, employees and management and handle sensitive and/or ...

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McGuireWoods LLP

Patent Agent

Dallas, TX · Hybrid

  • PTO

The Patent Agent will prepare original patent applications, prepare responses to office actions ... Ability to respond effectively to clients, employees and management and handle sensitive and/or ...

McGuireWoods LLP

Patent Agent

Austin, TX · Hybrid

  • PTO

The Patent Agent will prepare original patent applications, prepare responses to office actions ... Ability to respond effectively to clients, employees and management and handle sensitive and/or ...

McGuireWoods LLP

Patent Agent

Dallas, TX · Hybrid

  • PTO

The Patent Agent will prepare original patent applications, prepare responses to office actions ... Ability to respond effectively to clients, employees and management and handle sensitive and/or ...

Mcguirewoods

Patent Agent

Austin, TX · On-site

$100 - $160/hr

  • PTO

The Patent Agent will prepare original patent applications, prepare responses to office actions ... Ability to respond effectively to clients, employees and management and handle sensitive and/or ...

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McGuireWoods LLP

Patent Agent

Durham, NC · On-site

$156K - $197K/yr

  • PTO

The Patent Agent will prepare original patent applications, prepare responses to office actions ... Ability to respond effectively to clients, employees and management and handle sensitive and/or ...

McGuireWoods LLP

Patent Agent

Durham, NC · Hybrid

  • PTO

The Patent Agent will prepare original patent applications, prepare responses to office actions ... Ability to respond effectively to clients, employees and management and handle sensitive and/or ...

McGuireWoods LLP

Patent Agent

Durham, NC · Hybrid

  • PTO

The Patent Agent will prepare original patent applications, prepare responses to office actions ... Ability to respond effectively to clients, employees and management and handle sensitive and/or ...

Mcguirewoods

Patent Agent

Dallas, TX · On-site

$90 - $150/hr

  • PTO

The Patent Agent will prepare original patent applications, prepare responses to office actions ... Ability to respond effectively to clients, employees and management and handle sensitive and/or ...

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How much do patent manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for patent manager in Texas is $111,683.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $89,000.00 and $130,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a patent manager do?

A Patent Manager oversees the patent process within an organization, ensuring that intellectual property is properly protected. They coordinate with inventors, legal teams, and patent offices to file, review, and manage patent applications. Their role includes conducting patent searches, ensuring compliance with regulations, and strategizing to safeguard the company's innovations. Additionally, they may handle licensing agreements and infringement issues to maximize the value of intellectual property.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a patent manager?

To thrive as a Patent Manager, you need a solid background in patent law, intellectual property management, and often a technical degree in engineering or science. Familiarity with patent management software, databases like USPTO/EPO, and professional certifications such as Registered Patent Agent or Attorney are highly valuable. Strong leadership, negotiation skills, and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly are important soft skills. These competencies enable effective oversight of patent portfolios, strategic decision-making, and successful collaboration with inventors, attorneys, and business leaders.

What are the common daily responsibilities of a patent manager?

As a Patent Manager, your daily tasks typically include overseeing the filing and prosecution of patent applications, managing patent portfolios, and working closely with inventors to identify protectable innovations. You will also liaise with external counsel, coordinate responses to office actions, and develop intellectual property strategies that align with business objectives. Another crucial aspect involves conducting patent landscape analyses and monitoring competitor activity. This role often requires balancing strategic oversight with hands-on administrative tasks, making it both dynamic and integral to a company’s innovation efforts.

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Infographic showing various Patent Manager job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $111,683 per year, or $53.7 per hour.

Technical Project Manager - AI Platform & Patent Intelligence

Connect Tech+Talent

Austin, TX • On-site

Other

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Technical Project Manager (Product Management Background) AI Platform & Patent Intelligence Location: Austin, TX / Remote (Within the US, India, or Latam) Experience: 6 10 Years Employment: 6+ months Contract
Introduction
We are seeking a Technical Project Manager with a strong Product Management background to drive the successful execution of our AI-powered Patent Intelligence platform. This role will collaborate closely with Engineering, AI/ML, IT, Sales, Marketing, and Patent/IP stakeholders to plan, coordinate, and deliver innovative product capabilities. The ideal candidate has experience managing software products, working in Agile environments, and understands patent, intellectual property (IP), or legal technology workflows.
This is an individual contributor role with no direct people management or budget ownership.
Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end execution of product development projects, ensuring timely delivery and high quality.
Coordinate cross-functional teams including Engineering, AI/ML, IT, Sales, Marketing, QA, and Product.
Translate business requirements into user stories, functional requirements, and project plans.
Manage project schedules, sprint planning, backlog refinement, releases, risks, and dependencies.
Collaborate with Product leadership to execute the product roadmap and support feature prioritization.
Partner with Patent Attorneys, IP professionals, and customers to gather requirements and validate workflows.
Coordinate delivery of AI-driven capabilities including patent search, portfolio analysis, document processing, claim chart generation, and analytics.
Monitor project progress, communicate status to stakeholders, and drive continuous process improvements.
Qualifications Must Have
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Business, or a related field.
6 10 years of experience in Technical Project Management, Product Management, or Software Delivery.
Prior experience working as a Product Manager.
Experience managing Agile software development projects and cross-functional teams.
Strong communication, stakeholder management, and organizational skills.
Experience collaborating with Engineering, AI/ML, IT, Sales, and Marketing teams.
Familiarity with Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps, or similar project management tools.
Good to Have
Experience in Patent Management, Intellectual Property (IP), Legal Technology, or Patent Analytics.
Experience working with Patent Attorneys, IP Law Firms, or Patent Lifecycle Management solutions.
Exposure to AI/ML, Generative AI, semantic search, or knowledge management platforms.
Experience working with enterprise SaaS products and distributed teams.

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