Head of Cellular Portfolio Management

InterDigital, Inc.•Washington, DC

20h•$163,000 - $260,000

About The Position

About InterDigital 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. InterDigital is a registered trademark of InterDigital, Inc. For more information, visit: www.interdigital.com. Job Overview: We are seeking an experienced and strategic leader to head our Cellular Portfolio Management function. This role is responsible for guiding a critical portion of the company’s patent portfolio and ensuring alignment with long-term business and licensing objectives. You will lead a team of portfolio managers and work cross-functionally with engineering, licensing, and legal teams to drive high-value outcomes.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in patent prosecution and portfolio management (law firm and in-house combination preferred)
Strong leadership experience with a track record of developing and managing high-performing teams
Deep expertise in cellular technologies (e.g., LTE, 5G, 6G); familiarity with standards bodies (e.g., 3GPP) and patent pools (e.g., Avanci) is a plus
Demonstrated ability to develop and execute portfolio strategies aligned with business and licensing goals
Experience reviewing and refining claim charts strongly preferred
Technical degree (MS or higher) in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Telecommunications, or a related field
USPTO registration or European Patent Attorney Qualification required; JD and active bar membership required for US attorney candidates
Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively across technical, legal, and executive audiences globally
Experience with IP management systems and patent databases
Willingness to travel, including internationally

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Portfolio Managers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture
Work closely with the Head of Portfolio Management to manage a key segment of the company’s patent portfolio, ensuring strategic alignment and long-term value creation
Oversee invention review and filing decisions; guide internal and external counsel to execute prosecution strategies effectively and within budget
Drive portfolio development strategies, including continuation and divisional filings, to strengthen asset value and coverage
Collaborate with engineers, legal counsel, Licensing Support, and Post-Grant teams to develop and refine claim charts and support prosecution strategy
Build deep expertise in the assigned portfolio, including assets, prosecution history, and strategic positioning
Ensure portfolio activities align with licensing programs, litigation strategies, and broader corporate initiatives
Provide regular portfolio insights and updates to senior leadership, including executive management
Partner with engineering teams to provide feedback and guidance on patent-related matters
Support litigation efforts, including due diligence and coordination on patent defense against validity challenges
Contribute to broader IP initiatives such as SDO engagement, policy compliance, joint ventures, acquisitions, and divestitures