At Groq. We believe in an AI economy powered by human agency. We envision a world where AI is accessible to all, a world that demands processing power that is better, faster, and more affordable than is available today. AI applications are currently constrained by the limitations of the Graphics Processing Unit (GPU), a technology originally developed for the gaming market and soon to become the weakest link in the AI economy.

Enter Groq's LPU™ Inference Engine. Specifically engineered for the demands of large language models (LLMs), the Language Processing Unit outpaces the GPU in speed, power, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. The quickest way to understand the opportunity is to watch the following talk – groq.link/scspdemo.

Why join Groq? AI will change humanity forever, and we believe preservation of human agency and self determination is only possible if AI is made affordably and universally accessible. Groq’s LPUs will power AI from an early stage, and you will get to leave your fingerprint on civilization.

Director, Intellectual Property Legal

Mission: Groq is looking for an exceptional Director of Intellectual Property (IP) Legal to lead the creation and execution of a comprehensive IP strategy aligned with the company’s business objectives. This role will be responsible for safeguarding and optimizing Groq’s IP assets, including patents, trademarks, and copyrights, to support business growth and innovation. The Director will offer strategic advice on IP-related matters and foster a culture of creativity and collaboration within the company. In this role, you’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to develop and manage a strong IP portfolio that drives Groq’s product and business strategies, while ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.

Responsibilities & opportunities in this role:

Develop a comprehensive intellectual property strategy that aligns with Groq's business objectives
Conduct a patent landscape analysis to identify key competitors, patent holders, and potential patent infringement risks
Develop and implement a patent prosecution process to ensure timely and cost-effective filing and prosecution of patent applications
Strengthen the trademark portfolio by conducting a trademark clearance search and filing trademark applications
Develop a copyright management process to ensure compliance with copyright laws and regulations
Build relationships with cross-functional teams, including business leaders, engineers, product teams, and external partners
Establish a budget and financial planning process for intellectual property legal expenses
Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the effectiveness of the intellectual property strategy and processes

Ideal candidates have/are:

A Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and at least 10 years of experience in intellectual property law, with a focus on patent, trademark, and copyright law
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex intellectual property issues and develop creative solutions
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with cross-functional teams and external partners
Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
Business acumen and understanding of business operations, with the ability to develop intellectual property strategies that support and align with Groq's business goals and objectives
Strong strategic thinking skills, with the ability to develop and implement a comprehensive intellectual property strategy that aligns with Groq's business objectives
Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
Strong leadership skills, with the ability to lead and manage a team of intellectual property professionals
Certification as a registered patent attorney is a plus.

Attributes of a Groqster:

Humility - Egos are checked at the door
Collaborative & Team Savvy - We make up the smartest person in the room, together
Growth & Giver Mindset - Learn it all versus know it all, we share knowledge generously
Curious & Innovative - Take a creative approach to projects, problems, and design
Passion, Grit, & Boldness - no limit thinking, fueling informed risk taking

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!

Compensation: At Groq, a competitive base salary is part of our comprehensive compensation package, which includes equity and benefits. For this role, the base salary range is $251,200 to $439,600, determined by your skills, qualifications, experience and internal benchmarks.

Location: Groq is a geo-agnostic company, meaning you work where you are. Exceptional candidates will thrive in asynchronous partnerships and remote collaboration methods. Some roles may require being located near our primary sites, as indicated in the job description.

At Groq: Our goal is to hire and promote an exceptional workforce as diverse as the global populations we serve. Groq is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and belonging in all aspects of our organization. We value and celebrate diversity in thought, beliefs, talent, expression, and backgrounds. We know that our individual differences make us better.

Groq is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We also take affirmative action to offer employment opportunities to minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.

Groq is committed to working with qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants who would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or who need special assistance or a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact us at: talent@groq.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only. Evaluation of requests for reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. #LI-Remote

Director, Intellectual Property Legal at Groq