<p>About InterDigital</p> <p>InterDigital is a global research and development company focused primarily on wireless, video, artificial intelligence ("AI"), and related technologies. We design and develop foundational technologies that enable connected, immersive experiences in a broad range of communications and entertainment products and services. We license our innovations worldwide to companies providing such products and services, including makers of wireless communications devices, consumer electronics, IoT devices, cars and other motor vehicles, and providers of cloud-based services such as video streaming. As a leader in wireless technology, our engineers have designed and developed a wide range of innovations that are used in wireless products and networks, from the earliest digital cellular systems to 5G and today's most advanced Wi-Fi technologies. We are also a leader in video processing and video encoding/decoding technology, with a significant AI research effort that intersects with both wireless and video technologies. Founded in 1972, InterDigital is listed on Nasdaq.</p> <p>InterDigital is a registered trademark of InterDigital, Inc.</p> <p>For more information, visit: www.interdigital.com.</p> <p>About InterDigital</p> <p>InterDigital is a global research and development company focused primarily on wireless, video, artificial intelligence ("AI"), and related technologies. We design and develop foundational technologies that enable connected, immersive experiences in a broad range of communications and entertainment products and services. We license our innovations worldwide to companies providing such products and services, including makers of wireless communications devices, consumer electronics, IoT devices, cars and other motor vehicles, and providers of cloud-based services such as video streaming. As a leader in wireless technology, our engineers have designed and developed a wide range of innovations that are used in wireless products and networks, from the earliest digital cellular systems to 5G and today's most advanced Wi-Fi technologies. We are also a leader in video processing and video encoding/decoding technology, with a significant AI research effort that intersects with both wireless and video technologies. Founded in 1972, InterDigital is listed on Nasdaq.</p> <p>InterDigital is a registered trademark of InterDigital, Inc.</p> <p>For more information, visit: www.interdigital.com.</p> <p>Summary</p> <p>This is an exciting role for a proven team player who wants to join a dynamic, professional and respected Licensing Team aspiring to grow the licensing business of the company.</p> <p>This position will report to VP, Licensing, CE/IoT/Auto and focus primarily on coordinating, developing and executing on holistic business and licensing strategies with customers in the consumer electronics ("CE") and Internet of Things ("IoT") segments, delivering licensing revenue around the globe for a broad set of SEPs and implementation patents relating to wireless, video and other technologies.</p> <p>The ideal candidate will have knowledge and experience with the relevant industries and issues pertinent to patent licensing (primarily SEPs) gained as a lead negotiator of cross-border IP licensing deals, preferably with a proven track record within the CE and/or IoT fields. The candidate will also have experience in interfacing with research and development teams contributing innovations to open standards and driving adoption of such technologies and work together with a matrixed team of other functions like legal, infringement analysis, litigation, and finance to</p> <ul> <li> <p>Formulate holistic business and go to market strategies for potential customers in the CE and IoT areas and lead and/or participate with other Licensing Team members in the execution of such plans, including:</p> </li><li> <p>Preparing licensing strategies, financial models and presentations</p> </li><li> <p>Negotiating with potential licensees</p> </li><li> <p>Working closely and collaboratively with the Legal Team to review, draft and provide input into agreements reached in the course of such negotiations</p> </li><li> <p>Participate in the identification of patents to be asserted, potential infringers and appropriate approach and priority of action.</p> </li><li> <p>Provide feedback and guidance on opportunities to continuously evaluate and improve related business processes and licensing/legal templates.</p> </li><li></li></ul> <p>Required Skills and Qualifications</p> <ul> <li> <p>5-10 years of relevant licensing experience, reviewing and negotiating a wide variety of intellectual property transactions, with emphasis in patent license agreements.</p> </li><li> <p>Exceptional academic credentials - A business, technical or legal degree is preferred.</p> </li><li> <p>Experience with matters related to intellectual property rights (IPR) and licensing and related business models, and in particular licensing Standard Essential Patents (SEPs), preferably in CE and/or IoT areas.</p> </li><li> <p>Experience intellectual property litigation and arbitrations is beneficial and desired.</p> </li><li> <p>Attention to detail with ability to understand the big picture and manage multiple projects simultaneously under deadline pressure.</p> </li><li> <p>Existing contact network in the licensing and CE and/or IoT industry will be an advantage.</p> </li><li> <p>Executive presence and influence capability, and excellent interpersonal skills; must work well in fast-paced, highly collaborative team environment.</p> </li><li> <p>Excellent business judgment, ability to think strategically and give practical advice.</p> </li><li> <p>Excellent oral and written communication skills; fluency in additional languages is desired.</p> </li></ul> <p>Location: InterDigital's office in Conshohocken, PA is preferred but would consider one of InterDigital´s existing locations in the US. This position will entail frequent travel to InterDigital's customer base in Asia, Europe and the United States.</p> <p>InterDigital is an equal employment opportunity employer. InterDigital will not engage in or tolerate unlawful discrimination with regard to any employment decision, policy or practice based on a person's sex, gender, pregnancy (including childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), age, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, assignments, evaluations, coaching, promotion, discipline, discharge and layoff.</p>