ionq
Senior Counsel - Intellectual Property
At a Glance
- Location
- US
- Work Regime
- remote
- Experience
- 8+ years
- Compensation
- ry range for this position is $195,349 - $254,742 . The total compensation pack
- Posted
- 2026-02-09T12:18:32-05:00
Key Requirements
Domain Knowledge
- Engineering
- Regulatory
Benefits & Perks
matching 401K, unlimited PTO and paid holidays, parental/a
Requirements
from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing.
Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field relevant to quantum technologies.
Extensive experience (8+ years preferred) as a practicing patent attorney, with in-house experience at a complex hardware/tech company.
Demonstrated experience with Trade Secret laws and programs
Proven ability to proactively manage complex, global IP portfolios and drive strategy.
Responsibilities
Patent Program Development & Ongoing Leadership:
Build and maintain effective patent programs, including harvesting novel inventions, managing patent committees, to ensure maximum value and alignment with long-term financial stability.
Prosecute patents for key technologies. Oversee the preparation, filing, and prosecution of complex U.S.
and international patent applications related to quantum technologies.
IP Portfolio Management:
Support the development, execution, and optimization of our global IP strategy, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets.