Assistant General Counsel, Intellectual Property

1 Month ago • 10 Years + • $189,660 PA - $284,100 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

As an Assistant General Counsel specializing in Intellectual Property, you will manage portions of Marvell's IP portfolio, provide strategic guidance on IP matters, and support business objectives related to patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. Responsibilities include developing IP strategies, managing patent portfolios, advising on IP-related issues like licensing and technology transactions, conducting IP audits, and providing counsel on open-source software usage and compliance. The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams and staying abreast of IP law developments.
Must have:
  • JD degree from an accredited law school.
  • 10+ years of IP law experience, preferably in tech.
  • Experience with open source software.
  • Strong background in patent law.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Good to have:
  • Experience with semiconductor technology.
  • Experience with trademark, copyright, and trade secret matters.
Perks:
  • Flexible time off.
  • 401k.
  • Year-end shutdown.
  • Floating holidays.
  • Paid time off to volunteer.

Job Details

About Marvell

Marvell’s semiconductor solutions are the essential building blocks of the data infrastructure that connects our world. Across enterprise, cloud and AI, automotive, and carrier architectures, our innovative technology is enabling new possibilities. 

At Marvell, you can affect the arc of individual lives, lift the trajectory of entire industries, and fuel the transformative potential of tomorrow. For those looking to make their mark on purposeful and enduring innovation, above and beyond fleeting trends, Marvell is a place to thrive, learn, and lead. 

Your Team, Your Impact

Marvell Technology is seeking a highly skilled and experienced attorney specializing in Intellectual Property (IP) to join our dynamic legal team in Santa Clara, CA. You will play a pivotal role in managing portions of Marvell's IP portfolio, providing strategic guidance on IP matters, and supporting our business objectives related to patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets.

What You Can Expect

IP Portfolio Management:

  • Develop and implement strategies for the creation, protection, and enforcement of Marvell's patent portfolio and other IP assets across a set of product and technology areas
  • Work closely and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, engineering, product management, and business development, to align IP strategies with business goals
  • Manage assigned portions of the company's patent portfolio, including patent prosecution, maintenance, and enforcement
  • Support the IP legal team in refining and improving the company’s patent processes

IP Counseling and Risk Management:

  • Advise business units on IP-related legal issues, including freedom-to-operate analyses, IP licensing, and technology transactions
  • Conduct IP audits and assessments to identify risks and opportunities for IP protection and monetization
  • Stay abreast of developments in IP law and industry trends, providing proactive guidance to mitigate risks and maximize opportunities
  • Support the IP legal team in advising company leadership on strategic IP-related issues

Open Source and AI:

  •  Provide legal counsel on open source software usage, licensing, and compliance, including SBOM (Software Bill of Materials) management
  • Work with open source scanning tools to identify and assess licensing risks
  • Interpret and analyze source code to evaluate licensing implications and potential IP issues
  • Advise on open source licenses and their implications for proprietary and open source software integration
  • Support cross-functional efforts to build and iterate on internal Generative AI and open source policies to comply with enacted laws and industry best practices

What We're Looking For

Qualifications:

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.  Active membership in good standing with the California, Texas, or Massachusetts State Bar preferred; at a minimum, you must be qualified for and quickly able to obtain Registered In-House Counsel status in California, Texas, or Massachusetts (depending on location)
  • 10+ years of experience practicing law, with a focus on patents and other intellectual property, preferably in a technology-driven industry
  • Open source software experience required and familiarity with open source scanning tools (e.g., FOSSA, Flexera, Black Duck, SPDX)
  • Prior experience with a semiconductor, computer, software, or technology company strongly preferred
  • Strong background in patent law, including patent prosecution and portfolio management
  • Experience with trademark, copyright, and trade secret matters is a plus
  • Proven track record of providing strategic counsel to senior management and business leaders on complex IP issues
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
  • Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
  • Commitment to upholding the highest ethical standards and promoting a culture of integrity within the organization

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with semiconductor technology preferred.

Expected Base Pay Range (USD)

189,660 - 284,100, $ per annum

The successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location and market conditions. The expected base pay range for this role may be modified based on market conditions.

Additional Compensation and Benefit Elements 

At Marvell, we offer a total compensation package with a base, bonus and equity.Health and financial wellbeing are part of the package. That means flexible time off, 401k, plus a year-end shutdown, floating holidays, paid time off to volunteer. Have a question about our benefits packages - health or financial? Ask your recruiter during the interview process.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Any applicant who requires a reasonable accommodation during the selection process should contact Marvell HR Helpdesk at TAOps@marvell.com.

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About The Company

Marvell’s semiconductor solutions are the essential building blocks of the data infrastructure that connects our world. Across enterprise, cloud and AI, automotive, and carrier architectures, our innovative technology is enabling new possibilities. At Marvell, you can affect the arc of individual lives, lift the trajectory of entire industries, and fuel the transformative potential of tomorrow. For those looking to make their mark on purposeful and enduring innovation, above and beyond fleeting trends, Marvell is a place to thrive, learn, and lead.

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