Patent Attorney — Chicago, IL at Okta

About the Team

Okta is the World's Identity Company. As a cloud-first SaaS provider, our mission is to enable any organization to use any technology by providing world-class security and identity solutions. The Okta Legal team is a high-impact group of professionals dedicated to navigating the complex landscape of technology law while fueling innovation.

Identity is the key to unlocking the potential of AI. Okta secures AI by building the trusted, neutral infrastructure that enables organizations to safely embrace this new era. This work requires a relentless drive to solve complex challenges with real-world stakes. We are looking for builders and owners who operate with speed and urgency and execute with excellence.

About the Role

This is an opportunity to do career-defining work. We're all in on this mission. If you are too, let's talk.

You will partner with Okta's legal and business teams to further develop our global patent portfolio and corresponding strategy. The scope of the role includes identifying patentable inventions, securing patent assets, providing expert technical and legal analysis, handling patent challenges, and supporting M&A and litigation. The ideal candidate will also have experience with or a strong interest in handling other aspects of Okta's intellectual property work, including trademark, copyright, and trade secrets.

The Okta Experience

We are intentional about connection. Our global community, spanning over 20 offices worldwide, is united by a drive to innovate. Your journey begins with an immersive, in-person onboarding experience designed to accelerate your impact and connect you to our mission and team from day one.

Okta is committed to supporting your well-being, driving social impact, and developing talent while fostering connection and community.

Hiring Process

If reasonable accommodation is needed to complete any part of the job application, interview process, or onboarding, please use the provided form to request an accommodation.

Equal Opportunity

Okta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a protected veteran. We also consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and convictions records, consistent with applicable laws.

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Work location

Work model: Hybrid

1104, West 98th Street, Washington Heights, Chicago, Lake Township, Cook County, Illinois, 60643, United States

Chicago, Illinois

Key Responsibilities

check_circleRefine and execute offensive and defensive IP strategies to maintain competitive edge
check_circlePartner with engineering teams to identify patentable inventions and develop patent literacy
check_circleAdvise on strategic trade secret issues and help implement related policies
check_circleSupport trademark registration and enforcement to protect Okta and Auth0 brands
check_circleDraft, review, and negotiate IP-specific provisions in MSAs, JDAs, and licensing agreements
check_circleConduct IP due diligence for potential acquisitions and draft closing documents
check_circleDeliver training to employees on IP best practices and confidentiality
check_circleCollaborate with outside counsel on drafting and prosecuting high-quality patent applications
check_circleOversee the lifecycle of Okta's IP assets to ensure alignment with corporate goals

Requirements

verifiedJ.D. from an accredited law school
verifiedActive Bar membership
verifiedUndergraduate or graduate degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or computer engineering
verifiedUSPTO Registered Patent Attorney
verified5+ years of IP experience including software patent prosecution
verifiedExperience with SaaS, cloud-based software, or relevant technology

Nice to Have

Experience with or a strong interest in handling and/or supporting all other aspects of Okta's intellectual property work, including trademark, copyright, and trade secrets.

Benefits & Perks

check_circleHealth, dental, and vision insurancecheck_circle401(k) retirement plancheck_circleFlexible spending accountcheck_circlePaid time off (PTO)Parental leave

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Software Patent Prosecution, Patent Strategy, Trademark, Copyright, Trade Secrets, Oss, Api Integrations, Msa, Jda, Ip Due Diligence.

Education: J.D. from an accredited law school required; Graduate degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or computer engineering required.

Frequently asked questions about Corporate Counsel, IP at Okta

What does a Corporate Counsel, IP at Okta do?expand_more

Day-to-day, the Corporate Counsel, IP at Okta will refine and execute offensive and defensive ip strategies to maintain competitive edge; partner with engineering teams to identify patentable inventions and develop patent literacy; advise on strategic trade secret issues and help implement related policies; and support trademark registration and enforcement to protect okta and auth0 brands.

What are the requirements for this Corporate Counsel, IP role?expand_more

Okta is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: J.D. from an accredited law school; Active Bar membership; Undergraduate or graduate degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or computer engineering; USPTO Registered Patent Attorney; 5+ years of IP experience including software patent prosecution; and Experience with SaaS, cloud-based software, or relevant technology.

Where is the Corporate Counsel, IP role at Okta located?expand_more

Corporate Counsel, IP at Okta is based in 1104, West 98th Street, Washington Heights, Chicago, Lake Township, Cook County, Illinois, 60643, United States. This is a hybrid role.

Is this Corporate Counsel, IP job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more

Okta has listed this Corporate Counsel, IP role as hybrid.

How much experience is required for this Corporate Counsel, IP role?expand_more

Corporate Counsel, IP at Okta typically requires 5+ years of relevant experience at the senior level.

What skills do you need for the Corporate Counsel, IP role at Okta?expand_more

Key skills for Corporate Counsel, IP at Okta include Software Patent Prosecution; Patent Strategy; Trademark; Copyright; Trade Secrets; Oss; Api Integrations; and Msa.

What education is required for Corporate Counsel, IP at Okta?expand_more

Educational requirements for this role: J.D. from an accredited law school required; and Graduate degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or computer engineering required.

What category does the Corporate Counsel, IP role belong to?expand_more

Corporate Counsel, IP at Okta is part of the it job category on Recrutus.

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