About this opportunity
Ericsson owns one of the most valuable patent portfolios in the ICT industry, with over 60,000 granted patents spanning cellular technology, cloud, consumer electronics and more. As part of the Patent Creation Management team within the global IPR & Licensing Organisation, you will help shape and protect inventions arising from Ericsson's antenna technology research and related global initiatives.
This role suits someone who enjoys change, values precision and wants to grow within a globally leading technology company. Both experienced patent professionals and engineers or researchers looking to move into IP management are welcome to apply.
What you will do• Work with R&D teams in Gothenburg and globally to identify and develop patentable telecom inventions.• Manage your own patent docket with accuracy and precision.• Carry out claim charting and technical analysis.• Handle invention disclosures and contribute to portfolio strategy.• Support in-house patent drafting and prosecution.• Act as a bridge between patent attorneys and R&D teams on technical matters.• Keep up to date with developments in European and international patent law, telecom standards and emerging technologies.• Collaborate with legal, technical and business colleagues in an international, cross-functional team.
You will bring• In-depth knowledge of telecom technology, such as antenna, wireless transport, core networks, 3GPP radio or mission critical, gained through professional experience, research or technical expertise.• A master's degree in engineering, physics, computer science or a related field.• Either (partial) qualification as a European Patent Attorney, or strong hands-on technical experience with a genuine interest in patents and a motivation to develop IPR expertise.• A solid understanding of telecommunication technologies.• Strong coordination and communication skills, a keen eye for detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities accurately.• Substantial on-site availability at the Rosenheim location.• Experience in patent portfolio management.• Hands-on patent drafting and prosecution experience.• Knowledge of other telecommunication areas.• Familiarity with AI-based drafting tools and modern IP workflows.• Openness to continuous learning and developing towards full patent attorney responsibilities.
Application
We look forward to your application with CV in English. We target 60% attendance at office.
Last day to apply: 11 th of November 2026
Please note that we do not accept, proceed, or respond for applications sent via e-mail.
If you have specific questions, you are welcome to contact Christian Vejgaard, Director Patent Unit GRO at [email protected] Raheleh Rouhani, Sr. Talent Acquisition Partner at [email protected]
Location: Gothenburg, Sweden
Why join Ericsson?At Ericsson, you'll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what's possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world's toughest problems. You'll be challenged, but you won't be alone. You'll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.
What happens once you apply? Click Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like.Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we champion it in everything we do. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. learn more.
Primary country and city: Sweden (SE) || Göteborg
Req ID: 791850
Skills Required
- Master’s degree in engineering, physics, computer science, or a related field
- In-depth knowledge of telecommunications technology, including areas such as antenna, wireless transport, core networks, 3GPP radio, or mission-critical communications
- Partial qualification as a European Patent Attorney, or strong hands-on technical experience with genuine interest in patents
- Solid understanding of telecommunication technologies
- Strong coordination and communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Substantial onsite availability at the Rosenheim location
- Experience in patent portfolio management
- Hands-on patent drafting and prosecution experience
- Knowledge of other telecommunications areas
- Familiarity with AI-based drafting tools and modern intellectual property workflows
- Willingness to continuously learn and develop toward full patent attorney responsibilities
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What We Do
Ericsson builds the digital connectivity the world relies on. Our technology underpins the mobile networks, platforms, and systems that billions of people, businesses, and societies depend on every day. We are a global leader in communications technology, delivering mobile network infrastructure, cloud software, and wireless connectivity solutions for service providers and enterprises worldwide. Our networks support connectivity across 180+ countries, helping power everyday communication as well as critical digital services at global scale. Connectivity has evolved far beyond consumer mobile use. Today, nearly 80% of the world’s population accesses the internet via mobile networks, and Ericsson is helping shape what comes next. We are advancing 5G and 5G Advanced, developing network APIs that open connectivity to the global developer ecosystem, and applying automation and AI to make networks more intelligent, efficient, and resilient. Ericsson was the first company to launch live 5G networks on five continents, and our 5G platform is now commercially live in 150+ networks across 60+ countries. We also support more than 36,000 enterprise customers, enabling secure, high-performance connectivity for industries such as manufacturing, aviation, logistics, utilities, and public safety, where reliability and performance are mission critical. Innovation is central to how we work. Ericsson has approximately 28,000 employees in research and development, backed by one of the strongest intellectual property portfolios in the industry with 60,000+ granted patents. Our engineers, researchers, and technologists work across 100+ global R&D sites, helping define how networks evolve and how digital infrastructure is built for the long term. As the world moves toward a mobile-first, AI-powered, and cloud-driven future, connectivity becomes the foundation for digital transformation across every industry. Ericsson is building that foundation, shaping the future of digital connectivity through technology that operates at global scale and supports real-world impact, today and for what comes next.
Why Work With Us
Ericsson is a place for people who want to work on technology that powers everyday life. You’ll contribute to large-scale systems used every day, tackle complex challenges in live environments, and keep developing your skills and career in your own vision.
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