Patent Counsel I

Snap Inc.

. Work with Snap’s business and product teams to build a world-class patent portfolio .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeLos Angeles • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $173,000 - $259,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in patent prosecution and analysis, with a strong focus on both hardware and software technologies. Proven ability to manage IP issues, including litigation and licensing, while providing strategic counsel on open source compliance.

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USPTO RegistrationPatent Analysis SkillsPatent Drafting and Prosecution ExperienceJuris Doctor DegreeCalifornia Bar Registration

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Hard Skills

Patentability AnalysisPatent-Claiming StrategiesNon-Infringement PositionsInvalidity PositionsPatent LicensingPatent AssertionsM&A TransactionsOpen Source Compliance CounselingInvention Disclosure SessionsInternational Patent Prosecution

Soft Skills

Excellent Legal JudgmentStrategic ThinkingOutstanding Communication SkillsOrganization SkillsDetail-Oriented

Certifications & Qualifications

USPTO RegistrationCalifornia Bar RegistrationRegistered In House Counsel Eligibility

Industry Keywords

Intellectual PropertyPatent Portfolio ManagementOpen Source SoftwareLitigationCommercial Transactions

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Open Source

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work with Snap’s business and product teams to build a world-class patent portfolio
Participate in all aspects of the patent program, including securing patent protection for Snap’s inventions
Conduct invention disclosure sessions with inventors
Manage U.S. and international patent prosecution
Conduct education and training sessions
Identify patent acquisition opportunities
Handle IP issues involving litigation, licensing, commercial and M&A transactions, and counseling on open source software projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

USPTO registration
Experience with a wide range of technological areas, preferably both hardware and software
Patent analysis skills, including patentability, patent-claiming strategies, and development of non-infringement and invalidity positions
Excellent legal and business judgment, strategic thinking, and ability to manage multiple matters at once
Outstanding communication and organization skills
Detail-oriented, business-friendly team player able to accommodate tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Some experience handling patent assertions and litigation, patent licensing, and M&A
Experience counseling on open source compliance and mitigating risks associated with open source software, including impact on patent rights
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
Juris Doctor Degree
4+ years of patent drafting and prosecution experience
Valid California bar registration, or another state bar plus eligibility for Registered In House Counsel status

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid parental leave
Comprehensive medical coverage
Emotional and mental health support programs
Compensation packages including equity in the form of RSUs
Equal opportunity employment