Senior Patent Manager, Multimedia SEP and TA - #2200836

Job Description

Nokia Technology’s patent portfolio team is at the forefront of managing Nokia's industry-leading patent portfolio, driving the growth of our licensing business. Comprising a global group of intellectual property and technical professionals, this team is dedicated to enhancing value from Nokia’s patents and R&D efforts. We focus on transforming research into innovative solutions while effectively monetizing Nokia's world-class patent assets. In this role, you will have a direct impact on the management and monetization of Nokia’s world class Multimedia patent portfolio. Video coding experience is essential for this role.

We are seeking an experienced video compression expert with extensive knowledge of H.26X, AV1 and VP9 codecs. Strong patent expertise, particularly in patent assertion, claim chart drafting, and litigation support is a major plus. The ideal candidate has a proven record of presenting claim charts to third parties and excels at managing multiple projects, including technical analysis of patent claims and in-depth discussions on claim charts.

How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn

• Conducting technical analysis of multimedia-related patents, primarily focused on video codecs e.g. H.26X, AVX codecs, and preparing detailed claim charts.
• Performing prior-art search and validity analysis on patents in multimedia technology areas.
• Engaging in technical licensing discussions, presenting claim charts to potential licensees, and addressing technical counterarguments.
• Providing technical assistance in patent litigation activities.
  
  

Key Skills And Experience

• Expertise in video compression codecs (e.g. H.26X, AV1, or VP9).
• Experience in reviewing patent applications and generating claim charts.
• Excellent communication, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
  
  

It would be nice if you also had:

• PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a similar area.
• Qualified as an EP patent attorney.
• Attendance and contribution to MPEG and JVET standardization meetings.
  
  

About Us

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

What we offer

Nokia offers 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
  
  

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.

About The Team

Nokia Technologies is 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 deployed in virtually all connected

devices used today. Come join us and make an impact!