Senior Patent Attorney
Ericsson · Gothenburg
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About this opportunity
Ericsson owns one of the most valuable patent portfolios in the ICT industry, with over 60,000 granted patents spanning cellular technology, cloud, consumer electronics and more. As part of the Patent Creation Management team within the global IPR & Licensing Organisation, you will help shape and protect inventions arising from Ericsson's antenna technology research and related global initiatives.
This role suits someone who enjoys change, values precision and wants to grow within a globally leading technology company. Both experienced patent professionals and engineers or researchers looking to move into IP management are welcome to apply.
What you will do
- Work with R&D teams in Gothenburg and globally to identify and develop patentable telecom inventions.
- Manage your own patent docket with accuracy and precision.
- Carry out claim charting and technical analysis.
- Handle invention disclosures and contribute to portfolio strategy.
- Support in-house patent drafting and prosecution.
- Act as a bridge between patent attorneys and R&D teams on technical matters.
- Keep up to date with developments in European and international patent law, telecom standards and emerging technologies.
- Collaborate with legal, technical and business colleagues in an international, cross-functional team.
You will bring
- In-depth knowledge of telecom technology, such as antenna, wireless transport, core networks, 3GPP radio or mission critical, gained through professional experience, research or technical expertise.
- A master's degree in engineering, physics, computer science or a related field.
- Either (partial) qualification as a European Patent Attorney, or strong hands-on technical experience with a genuine interest in patents and a motivation to develop IPR expertise.
- A solid understanding of telecommunication technologies.
- Strong coordination and communication skills, a keen eye for detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities accurately.
- Substantial on-site availability at the Rosenheim location.
- Experience in patent portfolio management.
- Hands-on patent drafting and prosecution experience.
- Knowledge of other telecommunication areas.
- Familiarity with AI-based drafting tools and modern IP workflows.
- Openness to continuous learning and developing towards full patent attorney responsibilities.
Application
We look forward to your application with CV in English. We target 60% attendance at office.
Last day to apply: 11th of November 2026
Please note that we do not accept, proceed, or respond for applications sent via e-mail.
If you have specific questions, you are welcome to contact Christian Vejgaard, Director Patent Unit GRO at christian.vejgaard@ericsson.com Raheleh Rouhani, Sr. Talent Acquisition Partner at raheleh.rouhani@ericsson.com
Location: Gothenburg, Sweden
Why join Ericsson?At Ericsson, you´ll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what´s possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world’s toughest problems. You´ll be challenged, but you won’t be alone. You´ll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.
What happens once you apply?Click Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like.Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we champion it in everything we do. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. learn more.
Primary country and city: Sweden (SE) || Göteborg
Req ID: 791850
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