Twilio is seeking a Sr. IP Counsel to hone and drive our patent and open source strategy. This role will focus on patent matters and managing open source issues, with additional work in IP licensing, copyright, and IP diligence for M&A activities.

What You'll Do

Develop and execute on Twilio’s patent strategy; engage with our engineering and product teams to mine and protect inventions.
Lead the prosecution and management of US and foreign patent applications.
Manage and analyze IP licensing and litigation matters.
Develop and manage policies for both the use and release of open source material and counsel on open source licensing and compliance.
Assist in M&A due diligence and the review of intellectual property provisions in M&A and commercial agreements.
Work on technology transactions, standards bodies, and patent strategy organizations.
Present complex legal and technical concepts clearly and persuasively to executive leadership and non-legal audiences.

What We're Looking For

J.D. with strong academic credentials.
10+ years demonstrated record of success as a lawyer.
Licensed by the USPTO and eligible to practice law.
3-5 years of in-house experience as an IP attorney.
Experience with patent prosecution in SaaS, cloud platforms, and/or telecommunications technologies.
Some patent litigation experience.
Experience advising on or managing open source issues.
Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to appropriately triage a heavy workflow, setting appropriate priorities with clients and delivering results efficiently.

Nice to Have

BS or MS in computer science or equivalent technical experience.
Good sense of humor, interest in learning new things and desire to get things done.

Team & Environment

This role reports to the Sr. Dir., IP.

Benefits & Compensation

Competitive pay
Generous time off
Ample parental and wellness leave
Healthcare
Retirement savings program
Equity plan
Corporate bonus plan
Paid sick time
Paid personal time off
Paid parental leave

Compensation: Based in Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Vermont or Washington D.C.: $167,800 - 209,700. Based in New York, New Jersey, Washington State, or California (outside of the San Francisco Bay area): $177,700 - $222,100. Based in the San Francisco Bay area, California: $197,400 - $246,700. + equity: This role may be eligible to participate in Twilio’s equity plan.

Work Mode

This is a remote position open to candidates in the US.

Twilio is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.