About ZZAZZ.ai :
At ZZAZZ.ai, we’re redefining the future of AI—creating powerful, ethical, and impactful products that solve real-world challenges. Our fast-paced and collaborative environment fosters innovation across large language models (LLMs), machine learning (ML), and applied AI systems. As a Patent Engineer, you’ll play a critical role in protecting our innovations and ensuring we stay ahead in the IP landscape.
Role Summary :
As a Patent Engineer , you will bridge the gap between our AI R&D teams and our IP legal counsel. Your primary responsibility will be to analyze inventions, draft high-quality patent applications, and assist in building a robust intellectual property portfolio that supports our business and technology strategy.
Key Responsibilities :
- Collaborate with engineering and research teams to identify patentable innovations.
- Perform prior art searches and patent landscape analysis to assess novelty and patentability.
- Draft patent applications with technical accuracy and clarity.
- Liaise with external patent attorneys and IP counsel to prosecute patent applications globally.
- Track and manage patent filings and deadlines.
- Analyze competitor patents and provide strategic input on IP positioning.
- Support freedom-to-operate and infringement analyses.
Qualifications :
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field; PhD is a plus.2+ years of experience in patent drafting, prosecution, or IP strategy (preferably in AI or software tech).Solid understanding of AI / ML technologies, data science, and software development.Experience conducting prior art searches and using patent databases / tools (e.g., Google Patents, PatBase).Exceptional technical writing and communication skills.Exposure to LLMs, NLP, computer vision, or edge AI is highly preferred.Bonus Skills :
Registered Patent Agent (India / US / EP) or working toward it.Experience with open-source licensing and software IP issues.Familiarity with global patent systems (USPTO, EPO, Indian IPO, etc.).