Patent Agent

As a global leader in cybersecurity, CrowdStrike protects the people, processes and technologies that drive modern organizations. Since 2011, our mission hasn’t changed — we’re here to stop breaches, and we’ve redefined modern security with the world’s most advanced AI-native platform. Our customers span all industries, and they count on CrowdStrike to keep their businesses running, their communities safe and their lives moving forward. We’re also a mission-driven company. We cultivate a culture that gives every CrowdStriker both the flexibility and autonomy to own their careers. We’re always looking to add talented CrowdStrikers to the team who have limitless passion, a relentless focus on innovation and a fanatical commitment to our customers, our community and each other. Ready to join a mission that matters? The future of cybersecurity starts with you.

About the Role:

The IP team is seeking a highly motivated in-house Patent Attorney or Patent Agent to help manage and grow a rapidly expanding portfolio. The successful candidate will work across a variety of technical domains, providing strategic support and operational excellence across the company’s entire technical landscape.

A central component of this role is leading the charge on AI-driven legal workflows. The candidate will play a key role in developing and refining AI agents and identifying new ways to use technology to make the entire IP team more efficient and innovative.

What You'll Do:

• Portfolio Management Support: Assist in managing the patent portfolio by reviewing work product, supporting strategic decision-making, providing guidance on patent matters, and actively participating on the Patent Committee.

• Invention Mining & Training: Conduct training sessions and invention mining workshops with engineers to uncover and capture new patentable ideas.

• Collaborative Prosecution: Assist in overseeing patent prosecution by reviewing drafts from outside counsel and ensuring alignment with company strategy.

• Foreign Strategy Support: Assist in managing foreign filing strategies and prosecution in coordination with outside counsel.

• AI Innovation & Drafting: Regularly utilize and help develop internal AI tools and agents to draft high-quality patent applications and streamline legal workflows.

• Efficiency Operations: Proactively identify opportunities to use AI and automation to improve team productivity and data management.

What You’ll Need:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related technical field (or equivalent demonstrated technical expertise in these areas).

Professional Qualifications:

• For Patent Attorney candidates:JD degree and admission to at least one State Bar.

• For Patent Agent candidates:USPTO Registration in good standing.

Experience & Skills:

• IP Experience:3+ years of experience in patent prosecution and drafting.

• AI & Technical Expertise: A strong interest in—and ideally experience with—developing or tuning AI agents and using emerging AI tools to improve legal operations.

• Technical Savvy: Proficiency with spreadsheets (formulas/functions) and a drive to build scalable, tech-forward processes.

• Communication:Ability to develop deep relationships with top-tier inventors and evangelize the IP program across the organization.

• Organization: Highly organized with attention to detail, including the ability to own and prioritize a project and meet deadlines in a dynamic and fast-paced environment

Benefits of Working at CrowdStrike:

• Market leader in compensation and equity awards

• Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs

• Competitive vacation and holidays for recharge

• Paid parental and adoption leaves

• Professional development opportunities for all employees regardless of level or role

• Employee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to build connections

• Vibrant office culture with world class amenities

• Great Place to Work Certified™ across the globe

CrowdStrike is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone is valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. We support veterans and individuals with disabilities through our affirmative action program.

CrowdStrike is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status, veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by law. We base all employment decisions--including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, lay-offs, return from lay-off, terminations and social/recreational programs--on valid job requirements.

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