Patent Engineer / Patent Attorney

Come create the technology that helps the world act together

Nokia 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 work.

The team you'll be part of

Nokia Technologies is focused on 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 used in virtually all connected devices used today. Come join us and make an impact!

Nokia is seeking talented and motivated patent engineers and patent attorneys/agents to apply their legal, technical, and communication skills with engineers and business units to develop the highest quality, high-value patents throughout the world. The individual will be required to understand the technology, preferably also domestic and international patent laws, and work in a cooperative atmosphere to achieve this goal. The position offers exceptional opportunity for hands-on involvement in the wider commercial implications of IPR, thus offering a broader view to utilize your skills than just traditional patent attorney roles.

What you will learn and contribute to

• develop and maintain a global patent portfolio in cellular communication standards such as LTE and 5G
• responsible for all aspects of patent procurement activities including patent preparation, filing, prosecution, Foreign Filing, claim charting, etc.
• determine the best filing strategy, prosecute and, where necessary, manage prosecution by outside patent counsel in support of that strategy
• review invention disclosure submissions related to 5G and 6G technologies to determine business relevance and technical patentability
• work closely and communicate effectively with inventors, R&D and 3GPP standardization team members to identify innovations and protect high value inventions reading on cellular communication standards including 5G
• map patent claims to cellular communication standards including LTE and 5G
• assist in identifying competitive standard essential patent portfolio

Your skills and experience

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• either you are fully or partly qualified Patent Attorney/Agent, or alternatively, no previous patent experience is required if you have strong R&D background and experience in 3GPP related cellular technologies.
• Bachelor's degree or graduate degree (in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Telecommunications, or another closely related technology area relevant to Nokia's business concerns
• strong technological background and familiarity with cellular communication standards essential technologies such as LTE and 5G
• ability to work proactively, multi-task and meet aggressive IP timelines
• excellent teamwork and written and oral communication skills
• an aptitude for continuous learning new and complex technology
• you have at least 5 years of experience in the IPR field or in a cellular standards R&D environment.

What we offer

Nokia offers flexible and hybrid working schemes, 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 employer

Nokia 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
• LGBT equality & best place to work by HRC Foundation

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 Information

• United States Salary Range: United States salary range: annual base salary of 106,050-196,950 USD plus eligibility for incentive/variable pay.
• United States Benefits: Nokia offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following: • Pension Plan - Cash Account Program • Medical and dental coverage • Short term disability and long term disability • Life insurance and AD&D • Supplemental life and AD&D insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child) • Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts • Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits • Savings/401(k) Plan • Paid time off for holidays and vacation • Employee Stock Purchase Plan • Tuition Assistance Plan • Adoption assistance • Employee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource Program • Voluntary benefits including vision, legal, auto, homeowner and pet insurance, Identity Management, and Health Advisory Services" • Nokia Perks at Work
• Vaccination Requirements : FOR US ONLY: Nokia employees, wherever required by law or contractual obligation, must receive a COVID-19 vaccination or an otherwise approved accommodation based upon applicable law.
• Disclaimer (For US Jobs): Nokia 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.