Associate (Patent and Technology Research)

Jaipur

Summary
Cipher Research Group is a legal tech startup founded by a group of IIT alumni in US. Cipher’s mission is to transform
the legal and intellectual property industry in US & Europe with groundbreaking products and services. We are currently
looking to build an exceptionally strong technical team in India to help us deliver high quality products and services to our
clients.

Cipher Research Group is looking for self-driven, gritty, technology enthusiasts. If you are curious about technology,
enjoy working in high-growth startup, hands-on with gadgets and keep up with the next big thing in Tech - you might be a
great fit.

Job Responsibilities
● Analyze patent portfolios, understand underlying technologies and help solve clients’ core technical queries
● Conduct patent research & analysis, including but not limited to technology due diligence, market research, prior
art searches, target scouting, invalidity analysis, infringement analysis and claim charting
● Excavate evidence to identify patent infringement using product testing, source code review and product
documentation research
● Build models to analyze large data and draw insights
● Work with product teams to guide development & testing of Cipher’s technology platforms
● Showcase technology and IP thought leadership via blogs and research reports
● Explain complex technical issues to non-technical audiences
● Collaborate across the organization in-person and with virtual, global teams
● Establish and cultivate relationships internally and externally

Education and Experience

● B.Tech/M.Tech in Computer Engineering, Computer Science or Electrical Engineering

● Experience with engagements in explaining highly technical subject matter for e.g. Telecom
● Experience with IP matters (infringement analysis, EOUs, prior art searches, landscaping, etc.) is favorable
● Experience with software development, data analysis and programming is favorable

Expected Competencies | Skills

● Subject matter expertise in telecom, software architecture, high-scale computing, computer security,
cryptography, databases, and/or applied mathematics
● Familiarity with products, services, and standards in web, mobile, enterprise, media, etc.
● Proficiency in technical research, including searching for technical references in patent and non-patent databases
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills, especially in technical writing
● Ability to think critically, learn fast and work with minimal supervision under tight deadlines
Cipher Values
● Comfortable with independently managing deadlines and prioritizing effectively to deliver quality results
● Able to demonstrate a consistent record of excellence, ownership, and accountability
● Service-minded and passionate about results with an ability to develop positive relationships
● Adaptable to changing requirements and needs of a dynamic high-growth company
● A person with dedication and work ethic that thrives in a collaborative culture with excellent social, networking,
and influencing skills
● Motivated and self-directed with a willingness to take on additional projects
● Able to demonstrate good judgment and growth mindset
● Highly focused, organized, and detailed oriented

Compensation and Benefits:

● Competitive in Industry, and flexible for the right candidate
● Performance based Bonus
● Competitive stock option plan at end of Year 1
● Rapid career growth as the Company expands
● Holidays per Company policy