Patent Portfolio Manager
Cupertino, CA · On-site
... patent portfolio. You will work with the mechanical engineering and design groups, as well as ... management, material sciences, advanced manufacturing processes)
Patent Portfolio Manager
Cupertino, CA · On-site
... patent portfolio. You will work with the mechanical engineering and design groups, as well as ... management, material sciences, advanced manufacturing processes)
Patent Portfolio Manager
$204K - $307K/yr
... patent portfolio. You will work with the mechanical engineering and design groups, as well as ... management, material sciences, advanced manufacturing processes). Minimum Qualifications USPTO ...
Patent Portfolio Manager
$204K - $307K/yr
... patent portfolio. You will work with the mechanical engineering and design groups, as well as ... management, material sciences, advanced manufacturing processes). Minimum Qualifications USPTO ...
Software Patent Agent (Remote)
Ann Arbor, MI · Remote
$100K - $150K/yr
Patent portfolio management. Working closely with each client's business, legal, technical, and management teams, you will assist with the client's patent strategy and portfolio development efforts ...
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Software Patent Agent (Remote)
Ann Arbor, MI · Remote
$100K - $150K/yr
Patent portfolio management. Working closely with each client's business, legal, technical, and management teams, you will assist with the client's patent strategy and portfolio development efforts ...
Software Patent Agent (Remote)
Ann Arbor, MI · Remote
$80K - $110K/yr
Patent portfolio management. Working closely with each client's business, legal, technical, and management teams, you will assist with the client's patent strategy and portfolio development efforts ...
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Software Patent Agent (Remote)
Ann Arbor, MI · Remote
$80K - $110K/yr
Patent portfolio management. Working closely with each client's business, legal, technical, and management teams, you will assist with the client's patent strategy and portfolio development efforts ...
Portfolio Management Director
Conshohocken, PA · On-site
$229K - $240K/yr
Summary InterDigital is seeking a Patent Portfolio Management Director for cellular-related inventions. This successful applicant will be responsible for, among other things, managing the quality ...
Portfolio Management Director
Conshohocken, PA · On-site
$229K - $240K/yr
Summary InterDigital is seeking a Patent Portfolio Management Director for cellular-related inventions. This successful applicant will be responsible for, among other things, managing the quality ...
Software Patent Agent (Remote)
$100K - $150K/yr
Patent portfolio management. Working closely with each client's business, legal, technical, and management teams, you will assist with the client's patent strategy and portfolio development efforts ...
Software Patent Agent (Remote)
$100K - $150K/yr
Patent portfolio management. Working closely with each client's business, legal, technical, and management teams, you will assist with the client's patent strategy and portfolio development efforts ...
Software Patent Agent (Remote)
$80K - $110K/yr
Patent portfolio management. Working closely with each client's business, legal, technical, and management teams, you will assist with the client's patent strategy and portfolio development efforts ...
Software Patent Agent (Remote)
$80K - $110K/yr
Patent portfolio management. Working closely with each client's business, legal, technical, and management teams, you will assist with the client's patent strategy and portfolio development efforts ...
Portfolio Management Director
$263K - $276K/yr
Summary InterDigital is seeking a Patent Portfolio Management Director for cellular-related inventions. This successful applicant will be responsible for, among other things, managing the quality ...
Portfolio Management Director
$263K - $276K/yr
Summary InterDigital is seeking a Patent Portfolio Management Director for cellular-related inventions. This successful applicant will be responsible for, among other things, managing the quality ...
Portfolio Management Director
Wilmington, DE · On-site
$226K - $236K/yr
Summary InterDigital is seeking a Patent Portfolio Management Director for cellular-related inventions. This successful applicant will be responsible for, among other things, managing the quality ...
Portfolio Management Director
Wilmington, DE · On-site
$226K - $236K/yr
Summary InterDigital is seeking a Patent Portfolio Management Director for cellular-related inventions. This successful applicant will be responsible for, among other things, managing the quality ...
IP Agent
San Jose, CA · Hybrid
This patent professional will work closely with NetApp's engineering, technical, and business ... Manage technology and systems for patent portfolio management, including evaluating possible uses ...
IP Agent
San Jose, CA · Hybrid
This patent professional will work closely with NetApp's engineering, technical, and business ... Manage technology and systems for patent portfolio management, including evaluating possible uses ...
Patent Manager
Cincinnati, OH · On-site
Job Responsibilities Patent Portfolio Management & Strategy Own the full patent portfolio lifecycle and serve as the TTO's primary internal expert on IP strategy. Maintain portfolio intelligence ...
Patent Manager
Cincinnati, OH · On-site
Job Responsibilities Patent Portfolio Management & Strategy Own the full patent portfolio lifecycle and serve as the TTO's primary internal expert on IP strategy. Maintain portfolio intelligence ...
IP Agent
Mclean, VA · Hybrid
This patent professional will work closely with NetApp's engineering, technical, and business ... Manage technology and systems for patent portfolio management, including evaluating possible uses ...
IP Agent
Mclean, VA · Hybrid
This patent professional will work closely with NetApp's engineering, technical, and business ... Manage technology and systems for patent portfolio management, including evaluating possible uses ...
IP Agent
Wichita, KS · Hybrid
This patent professional will work closely with NetApp's engineering, technical, and business ... Manage technology and systems for patent portfolio management, including evaluating possible uses ...
IP Agent
Wichita, KS · Hybrid
This patent professional will work closely with NetApp's engineering, technical, and business ... Manage technology and systems for patent portfolio management, including evaluating possible uses ...
Portfolio Management Director
Conshohocken, PA · On-site
$229K - $240K/yr
Summary InterDigital is seeking a Patent Portfolio Management Director for cellular-related inventions. This successful applicant will be responsible for, among other things, managing the quality ...
Portfolio Management Director
Conshohocken, PA · On-site
$229K - $240K/yr
Summary InterDigital is seeking a Patent Portfolio Management Director for cellular-related inventions. This successful applicant will be responsible for, among other things, managing the quality ...
Portfolio Management Director
New York, NY · On-site
$254K - $266K/yr
Summary InterDigital is seeking a Patent Portfolio Management Director for cellular-related inventions. This successful applicant will be responsible for, among other things, managing the quality ...
Portfolio Management Director
New York, NY · On-site
$254K - $266K/yr
Summary InterDigital is seeking a Patent Portfolio Management Director for cellular-related inventions. This successful applicant will be responsible for, among other things, managing the quality ...
IP Agent
Morrisville, NC · Hybrid
This patent professional will work closely with NetApp's engineering, technical, and business ... Manage technology and systems for patent portfolio management, including evaluating possible uses ...
IP Agent
Morrisville, NC · Hybrid
This patent professional will work closely with NetApp's engineering, technical, and business ... Manage technology and systems for patent portfolio management, including evaluating possible uses ...
IP Agent
Waltham, MA · Hybrid
This patent professional will work closely with NetApp's engineering, technical, and business ... Manage technology and systems for patent portfolio management, including evaluating possible uses ...
IP Agent
Waltham, MA · Hybrid
This patent professional will work closely with NetApp's engineering, technical, and business ... Manage technology and systems for patent portfolio management, including evaluating possible uses ...
IP Agent
Morrisville, NC · On-site
This patent professional will work closely with NetApp's engineering, technical, and business ... Manage technology and systems for patent portfolio management, including evaluating possible uses ...
IP Agent
Morrisville, NC · On-site
This patent professional will work closely with NetApp's engineering, technical, and business ... Manage technology and systems for patent portfolio management, including evaluating possible uses ...
Senior Patent Engineer
San Jose, CA · On-site
$100K - $200K/yr
Global Patent Portfolio Management: Strategically plan and adjust the company's international patent landscape based on market dynamics and business objectives. * Licensing & Negotiations:
Senior Patent Engineer
San Jose, CA · On-site
$100K - $200K/yr
Global Patent Portfolio Management: Strategically plan and adjust the company's international patent landscape based on market dynamics and business objectives. * Licensing & Negotiations:
Senior Patent Engineer
San Jose, CA · On-site
$100K - $200K/yr
Global Patent Portfolio Management: Strategically plan and adjust the company's international patent landscape based on market dynamics and business objectives. * Licensing & Negotiations:
Senior Patent Engineer
San Jose, CA · On-site
$100K - $200K/yr
Global Patent Portfolio Management: Strategically plan and adjust the company's international patent landscape based on market dynamics and business objectives. * Licensing & Negotiations:
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How much do professional patent portfolio management jobs pay per year?
As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for professional patent portfolio management in the United States is $115,452.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $110,500.00 and $115,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is the difference between Professional Patent Portfolio Management vs Patent Analyst?
| Aspect | Professional Patent Portfolio Management | Patent Analyst |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Patent attorney, IP manager, or technical background with legal knowledge | Technical degree, IP or patent certification often preferred |
| Work Environment | Strategic, managerial, often in corporate or law firm settings | Research-focused, analytical, typically in R&D or patent departments |
| Employer & Industry | Corporations, law firms, patent agencies in various industries | R&D departments, patent firms, technology companies |
Professional Patent Portfolio Management involves overseeing and strategizing a company's patent assets, ensuring legal protection and commercial value. Patent Analysts focus on researching, analyzing, and evaluating patents to support patent prosecution and litigation. While both roles require technical and legal knowledge, portfolio managers handle strategic management, whereas patent analysts concentrate on technical analysis and research.
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Apple rating
8.0
Based on 677 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
7th of 30 rated technology retailers
Job description
Imagine what you could do here! At Apple, new ideas have a way of quickly becoming great products, services, and customer experiences. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish.
Do you enjoy taking on bold new challenges? Do you possess a deep knowledge of the legal field and a passion for innovation? We uphold Apple's high ethical and corporate standards, and defend Apple's intellectual property. You'll provide legal support for our world-class products. Working for a company that invents new product categories and creates new industries means you'll be challenged to creatively apply your extensive legal expertise to rare and often unexplored aspects of the law.
Description
We seek to hire a Patent Agent or Patent Attorney to assist in developing and curating the company's hardware and mechanical patent portfolio. You will work with the mechanical engineering and design groups, as well as business teams to build and purposefully prosecute the associated worldwide patent portfolio and strategy. This includes identifying patentable inventions; securing high-quality, strategic patent assets; providing expert technical and legal analysis; handling patent challenges; providing guidance in support of patent transactions and licensing matters; assigning and managing work performed by outside law firms; and working with engineering and other business organizations to understand priorities and challenges. This position also will provide cross-functional support for acquisition due diligence, IP licensing, enforcement, and litigation activities.
Minimum Qualifications
USPTO Registered Patent Agent or Patent Attorney.
BS or higher degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
5+ years of patent-focused work experience drafting and prosecuting patent assets, managing portfolios, developing patent strategies, conducting patent analysis, and providing support for transactions and litigation efforts.
3+ years of work experience patenting primarily mechanical related technologies at a law firm and/or in-house legal department.
Excellent verbal and written communication.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred candidates will appreciate how mechanical structures integrate with product design and interface with electrical components, including, for example, haptic engines, sensor packaging, acoustic chambers, etc.
Strong technology interest with a curiosity for working with AI tools in patent prosecution related tasks and strategies.
Experience analyzing a variety of mechanical related disciplines, (product design, kinematics, thermal management, material sciences, advanced manufacturing processes).
Do you enjoy taking on bold new challenges? Do you possess a deep knowledge of the legal field and a passion for innovation? We uphold Apple's high ethical and corporate standards, and defend Apple's intellectual property. You'll provide legal support for our world-class products. Working for a company that invents new product categories and creates new industries means you'll be challenged to creatively apply your extensive legal expertise to rare and often unexplored aspects of the law.
Description
We seek to hire a Patent Agent or Patent Attorney to assist in developing and curating the company's hardware and mechanical patent portfolio. You will work with the mechanical engineering and design groups, as well as business teams to build and purposefully prosecute the associated worldwide patent portfolio and strategy. This includes identifying patentable inventions; securing high-quality, strategic patent assets; providing expert technical and legal analysis; handling patent challenges; providing guidance in support of patent transactions and licensing matters; assigning and managing work performed by outside law firms; and working with engineering and other business organizations to understand priorities and challenges. This position also will provide cross-functional support for acquisition due diligence, IP licensing, enforcement, and litigation activities.
Minimum Qualifications
USPTO Registered Patent Agent or Patent Attorney.
BS or higher degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
5+ years of patent-focused work experience drafting and prosecuting patent assets, managing portfolios, developing patent strategies, conducting patent analysis, and providing support for transactions and litigation efforts.
3+ years of work experience patenting primarily mechanical related technologies at a law firm and/or in-house legal department.
Excellent verbal and written communication.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred candidates will appreciate how mechanical structures integrate with product design and interface with electrical components, including, for example, haptic engines, sensor packaging, acoustic chambers, etc.
Strong technology interest with a curiosity for working with AI tools in patent prosecution related tasks and strategies.
Experience analyzing a variety of mechanical related disciplines, (product design, kinematics, thermal management, material sciences, advanced manufacturing processes).
About Apple
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Imagine what you could do here! At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. Dynamic, intelligent people and inspiring, innovative technologies are the norm here. The people who work here have reinvented entire industries with all Apple Hardware products. The same real passion for innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices strengthening our dedication to leave the world better than we found it.
Industry
Computer and electronic product manufacturing
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Cupertino, CA, US
Year founded
1976