[Remote] Sr. IP Counsel at Twilio

Alberta, Alberta, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, Communications, LegalIndustries

Requirements

  • J.D. with strong academic credentials and 10+ years demonstrated record of success as a lawyer, licensed by the USPTO, and eligible to practice law
  • 3-5 years of in-house experience as an IP attorney
  • BS or MS in computer science or equivalent technical experience (highly preferred)
  • Experience with patent prosecution in SaaS, cloud platforms, and/or telecommunications technologies
  • Some patent litigation experience
  • Experience advising on or managing open source issues
  • Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal, and ability to advocate for a position while maintaining a collaborative and open-minded approach
  • Ability to appropriately triage a heavy workflow, setting appropriate priorities with clients and delivering results efficiently
  • Good sense of humor, interest in learning new things, and desire to get things done

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute on Twilio’s patent strategy; engage with engineering and product teams to mine and protect inventions and help lead the prosecution and management of US and foreign patent applications
  • Manage and analyze IP licensing and litigation matters
  • Develop and manage policies for both the use and release of open source material and counsel on open source licensing and compliance
  • Assist in M&A due diligence and the review of intellectual property provisions in M&A and commercial agreements
  • Work on technology transactions, standards bodies, and patent strategy organizations
  • Present complex legal and technical concepts clearly and persuasively to executive leadership and non-legal audiences

Skills

patent strategy
patent prosecution
IP licensing
open source compliance
IP due diligence
M&A integration
copyright law
technology transactions
standards bodies

Twilio

Cloud communications platform for developers

About Twilio

Twilio provides a cloud communications platform that enables developers to add various communication features like voice, messaging, video, and email to their applications. By using Twilio's APIs, developers can easily integrate these functionalities into their software, allowing for seamless communication with users. What sets Twilio apart from its competitors is its flexible pay-as-you-go pricing model, which charges clients based on their actual usage, making it suitable for businesses of all sizes, from startups to large enterprises. The company's goal is to empower businesses across different industries, such as healthcare, finance, retail, and education, to enhance their communication strategies and improve customer engagement.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2008Year Founded
$243.9MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Consulting, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Vacation: Twilio offers generous annual time off in all countries for you to enjoy.
Healthcare: We are dedicated to helping our employees live longer and healthier lives through comprehensive health programs.
Retirement: Twilio cares about your retirement! We offer programs to help our employees plan for their retirement needs.
Family leave: At Twilio we recognize the importance of family. We offer generous maternity, paternity, and adoption leaves, as well as family medical care leave.
Earn your stripes: Build and present a Twilio app to earn your Twilio track jacket and receive $30 per month for e‑books for continued learning and education.
Catered meals: We provide a variety of snacks, drinks, and catered meals in each of our locations.

Risks

End-of-life for Programmable Video tool may lead to customer dissatisfaction.
Layoffs of 295 workers could decrease morale and affect service quality.
Engagement with Qatalyst Partners suggests potential internal conflicts and strategic shifts.

Differentiation

Twilio integrates voice, video, messaging, and email into applications, enhancing communication capabilities.
The pay-as-you-go pricing model offers flexibility and scalability for businesses of all sizes.
Twilio's APIs enable developers to build and scale communication solutions efficiently.

Upsides

Acquisition of SendGrid enhances Twilio's email API offerings, boosting market share.
Collaboration with Jack Henry strengthens Twilio's presence in the financial services sector.
Partnership with CareNote expands Twilio's reach into specialized markets like pastoral care.

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