Intellectual Property & Technology Counsel

BMC Software

. Manage BMC’s patent and trademark portfolios, including leading the Patent Review Committee and overseeing prosecution, maintenance, and enforcement .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $114,525 - $190,875 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing patent and trademark portfolios, advising on intellectual property matters, and developing compliance programs. Proficient in drafting and negotiating IP-related agreements while providing strategic legal guidance on emerging issues such as AI and open source compliance.

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Juris Doctor DegreeActive U.S. State Bar MembershipPatent Prosecution ExperienceIntellectual Property Law ExpertiseStrong Research And Writing Skills

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Hard Skills

Patent ManagementTrademark ManagementCopyright LawTrade Secret LawIP Strategy DevelopmentIP Due DiligenceLegal Risk AssessmentPolicy DevelopmentCompliance Program ManagementLitigation Support

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsGood JudgmentCuriosityRelationship BuildingIndependence

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. Patent And Trademark Office Registration

Industry Keywords

Intellectual PropertyOpen Source ComplianceAI Legal IssuesCybersecurityTechnology Agreements

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityOpen Source

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage BMC’s patent and trademark portfolios, including leading the Patent Review Committee and overseeing prosecution, maintenance, and enforcement
Advise on copyright and trade secret matters
Work with inventors, business teams, and outside counsel to develop IP strategy, set portfolio priorities, and manage budgets
Manage BMC’s open source compliance program, including reviewing licenses, assessing risks, advising R&D and Product teams, and addressing compliance issues
Develop and improve internal policies and processes
Handle or assist with IP disputes and pre-litigation matters, including infringement assessments, cease-and-desist letters, trademark oppositions, domain name disputes, and settlement discussions
Work with litigation counsel and outside counsel on enforcement and defense strategies
Review and negotiate IP-related provisions in commercial, licensing, confidentiality, and other technology agreements
Advise on IP ownership, licensing rights, and use restrictions
Assist with IP due diligence in corporate transactions
Advise on legal issues related to AI, including IP ownership, AI-generated content and code, responsible use, internal policies, product claims, and changing legal requirements
Advise Marketing on trademark and copyright issues, advertising claims, endorsements, customer stories, social media, promotional materials, and third-party content licensing
Work with Privacy, Information Security, and other teams on cybersecurity matters and safeguarding confidential information
Draft and update policies and guidance on IP, confidential information, open source software, AI, and technology use
Provide training to business and technical teams and keep up with relevant legal developments

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
Active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar
Registration to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Patent prosecution experience
3-6 years of relevant legal experience involving intellectual property
Strong understanding of patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets
Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
Ability to assess, clearly communicate, and advise on legal risks
Good judgment, curiosity, and willingness to learn new areas of law and technology
Ability to work independently, take ownership of matters, and know when to ask for help or involve others
Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships across teams

Benefits

Comp & perks

Variable plan
Country specific benefits
Equal opportunity employment
Reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process
Remote work arrangement