Senior Patent Manager

Job title:

Senior Patent Manager

Company

Nokia

Job description

Job Category: Patent OperationsDegree Level: Master’s DegreeJob Description:Nokia’s Implementation & Wi-Fi Licensing Projects team plays a vital role in patent licensing through collaboration with technical analysis, patenting, and WLAN R&D groups to ensure an attractive WLAN SEP patent licensing offer. As a Senior Patent Manager, you will oversee the technical analysis of the WLAN patent portfolio, provide strategic expertise, and engage in technical discussions during negotiations. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to both small and large-scale patent licensing projects while gaining valuable insights into the intricacies of patent licensing. We are seeking a proactive and independent thinker with a strong background in patents and WLAN technologies, complemented by excellent presentation skills, who is eager to enhance our tools and improve our ways of working. Join us and drive our technical analysis in the WLAN area to new heights in a dynamic, collaborative environment.Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage technical analysis part of the patent licensing projects, especially for standard essential WLAN patents.
• Support patent licensing in technical questions and questions about Nokia’s WLAN portfolio.
• Provide feedback to Patenting and Patent Acquisition teams in WLAN matters.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, especially with the Implementation & Wi-Fi litigation projects team, to ensure alignment and effectiveness.
• Make sure that the information regarding the WLAN portfolio is correct in our databases in order to provide correct insights to enhance our licensing strategies.

Qualifications:You have:

• A Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, showcasing your advanced knowledge and expertise in core technical principles.
• Demonstrated experience with WLAN technologies or equivalent industry knowledge, including hands-on work with network protocols and WLAN standards, enabling you to contribute meaningfully to our projects from day one.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly and effectively to diverse audiences, including licensees, technical teams, stakeholders, and clients, ensuring seamless collaboration and understanding.

It would be nice if you also had:

• A PhD in a relevant field, which signifies your authority on advanced topics within the technology sphere.
• A US or EP patent attorney degree, providing you with the legal insight required to navigate intellectual property challenges.
• Previous exposure to technical discussions as part of patent license negotiations, equipping you with the skills to engage with legal frameworks and effectively advocate for our WLAN SEP patent portfolio.
• Strong analytical skills, complemented by a passion for innovative and disruptive solutions, allowing you to think critically, solve complex problems, and contribute to the development of cutting-edge technologies that push the boundaries of what’s possible.

About Us:Come create the technology that helps the world act togetherNokia is committed to innovation and technology leadership across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. Your career here will have a positive impact on people’s lives and will help us build the capabilities needed for a more productive, sustainable, and inclusive world.
We challenge ourselves to create an inclusive way of working where we are open to new ideas, empowered to take risks and fearless to bring our authentic selves to workWhat we offerNokia offers continuous learning opportunities, well-being programs to support you mentally and physically, opportunities to join and get supported by employee resource groups, mentoring programs and highly diverse teams with an inclusive culture where people thrive and are empowered.Nokia is committed to inclusion and is an equal opportunity employerNokia has received the following recognitions for its commitment to inclusion & equality:

• One of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere
• Gender-Equality Index by Bloomberg
• Workplace Pride Global Benchmark

At Nokia, we act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Nokia’s employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to a culture of inclusion built upon our core value of respect.
Join us and be part of a company where you will feel included and empowered to succeed.Additional InformationUS/Canada Nokia Offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes but is not limited to:

• Corporate Retirement Savings Plan
• Health and dental benefits
• Short-term disability, and long-term disability
• Life insurance, and AD&D – Company paid 2x base pay
• Optional or Supplemental life and AD&D insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
• Paid time off for holidays and Vacation
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition Assistance Plan
• Adoption assistance
• Employee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource Program

The above benefits exclude students.Disclaimer for US/CanadaNokia Maintains broad annual base salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience and market conditions, and with consideration to internal peer equity.(Check the salary ranges in the job info section for this role)All North America job posts will post for a minimum of 7 calendar days and up to 180 days or until candidate/s identified.About the Team: Nokia Technologies is licensing Nokia intellectual property, including patents, technologies, and the Nokia brand, building on Nokia’s continued innovation and decades of R&D leadership in technologies deployed in virtually all connected
devices used today. Come join us and make an impact!

Expected salary

Location

Suomi

Job date

Wed, 28 May 2025 01:16:13 GMT

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