Intellectual Property Patent Agent (AI, Software, or Electrical) #21785 DC

Vanguard-IP

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Washington, DC, DC Until 9/21/2026 2+ years exp First posted July 23, 2026 Last posted July 23, 2026
Job description

REQUIREMENTS

Successful candidates should have a bachelor’s degree or higher in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or a closely related field. Candidates with experience in drafting and prosecuting patents related to artificial intelligence, machine learning, or other emerging technologies are strongly preferred. Current admission to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is required. Two or more years of working experience as a licensed patent agent is required. Experience in client counseling or working in the software and hardware related industry is a plus. Candidates must be collaborative and motivated to succeed in a client-focused, team-oriented environment. Preferred candidates will have excellent academic credentials and strong written and oral communication skills.

SUMMARY

Vanguard Intellectual Partners (Vanguard-IP) specializes in the placement of IP/Patent professionals nationwide.

Our sole focus on intellectual property enables us to more deeply understand our clients’ technical needs, and our candidates’ individual talents and career interests. Our broad network of long-term client relationships gives us a competitive edge.

Our recruiters all have 10+ years of IP recruiting experience, and an exceptional record of success. We have superior knowledge of the IP job market, and offer trusted career advice for our candidates. We also have the resources and high-level contacts to get your resume noticed by the people who matter.

We look forward to speaking with you, and learning more about what you are seeking in your next opportunity.

CONFIDENTIALITY

At Vanguard-IP, we respect the confidentiality of every candidate who contacts us. Furthermore, we will always obtain expressed authorization before submitting your resume to any of our clients.

**Should you have an interest in exploring opportunities in another location, we have hundreds of openings in other markets. Please apply now and our team would be happy to review your information for this or other openings in your location of interest.

About this role

Summary

Drafts and prosecutes patents related to AI, software, and electrical engineering.

Job title

Intellectual Property Patent Agent (AI, Software, or Electrical)

Experience level

2+ years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

software

Location requirements

Washington, DC, remote work not specified

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

patent draftingUSPTOclient counselingcommunication

Preferred skills

AIsoftware industryhardware industry

Specializations

artificial intelligencemachine learningpatentselectrical
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Washington, DC, USA

Work arrangement unknown City