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.

We are seeking a patent attorney/ patent engineer with experience of audio processing, speech/audio coding, spatial audio and standards bodies such as MPEG, 3GPP and ITU. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing audio codec portfolios and successfully prosecuting patent applications aligned with relevant standards, such as AMR, EVS, AAC, MPEG-H, MPEG-I and IVAS. Speech/Audio coding and spatial audio experience are essential for this role

Your skills and experience

You have:

Expertise in audio codecs (e.g. EVS, AMR, AAC, MPEG-H, MPEG-I, IVAS). Experience in cellular communications and 3GPP standard Broad knowledge of audio research and audio technology applications in virtual reality, augmented reality, immersive audio  Experience in filing and prosecuting patent applications Experience in patent portfolio management 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/or 3GPP standardization meetings.

In this role, you will have a direct impact on the management and monetization of Nokia’s world class Multimedia patent portfolio.

A representative list, but not exhaustive, of the main responsibility area include:

Evaluating ideas, reviewing invention disclosures, and collaborating with inventors. Filing and prosecuting patent applications. Securing granted patent applications with claim aligned with to the relevant audio coding specifications. Overseeing and managing a personal patent portfolio. Performing prior-art search and validity analysis on patents in speech/audio coding technology areas.