| Leap Motion, a revolutionary software and hardware company that will transform the way people interact with computers, is seeking an experienced patent and IP attorney. About us:
We've been quoted as the most important technology that's come out since the smart phone: http://bit.ly/LQMpTY Join the 6 million others who have seen our demo video: http://leapmotion.com. The LEAP is the world's most accurate 3D motion control. With sub-millimeter accuracy, real-time response rate and ten-finger mapping, the Leap is years ahead of its time, and fundamentally changes how humans interact with computers. We have been featured in well over 800 news publications and we've had overwhelming interest from consumers pre-ordering our device. We also are collaborating with top-tier manufacturers who are planning to license/integrate our technology into millions of laptops, monitors, TVs, gaming consoles, tablets, phones, cars, robots, appliances, simulators, and much more. In addition, we have had an overwhelming response from developers, with over 30,000 applications for our SDK who are looking to build Leap enabled apps in the areas of 3D design/graphics, science/medical, games, robotics, AR/VR, data/imaging, education, art/music creation/presentations and many more -- all of which will kick start the LEAP App Store. Currently, we are looking to bring on a Director of Developer Relations & BD to select and work with the most strategic developers in This is a phenomenal opportunity to work with one of the most revolutionary technologies that has come around in years. We are primed for exponential growth and to be a technology powerhouse. In addition, we are funded by top-tier VCs, including Highland Capital, Andreessen Horowitz, Founders Fund, and we offer competitive salary, great benefits and generous equity. Job Description: Patent and IP Lawyer Leap Motion is seeking an experienced patent and IP attorney. This position will report to the General Counsel and will serve in an important role for Leap Motion, creating an IP strategy for patent prosecution, trademark registration and copyright protection and drafting patent applications on an ongoing basis. The individual must have excellent writing skills, an extensive knowledge of patent law and practice, an interest in complex mathematical concepts, strong project management skills and the ability to communicate effectively with engineers. Primary Duties:
•Develop and advance strategy for expanding Leap’s patent portfolio, set objectives and manage work to meet them.
·Work closely with engineers and management to identify inventions that may be patented.
·Conduct and review patent searches to refine applications.
·Draft provisional and non-provisional patent applications.
·Examine product roadmap to anticipate areas that may create patentable innovations.
·Copyright appropriate IP and register trademarks. Job Requirements:
·Ability to understand, distill and describe complex technological inventions in clear prose.
·Passion for new technology and algorithms and the academic background to understand them.
·Excellent writing and communication skills.
·Efficient and disciplined work habits.
·Periodic travel to San Francisco. Education and Experience:
JD and BA/BS or MA/MS Degree, preferably in Engineering or Computer Science and 7+ years of experience at a law firm or technology company.
The position is based in San Francisco. This is a phenomenal opportunity to work with one of the most revolutionary technologies that's come around in years. We are primed for exponential growth and to be a technology powerhouse. Come join us and let's make history together! Please apply at: http://leapmotion.com/jobs. You can also send your resume and cover letter to Alicia at alin@leapmotion.com. Look forward to hearing from you!
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