Dolby Laboratories · 6 hours ago
Director, Patent Licensing - New Markets
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$232K/yr - $328K/yr
7+ years expDolby Laboratories is a leader in entertainment innovation, seeking an experienced intellectual property attorney or licensing executive to drive deals in New Markets and Growth areas. The role involves developing strategies to expand Dolby's global patent licensing programs and negotiating patent license agreements while collaborating with various internal teams.
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Responsibilities
Developing relationships with key decision-makers and influencers in New Markets and Growth areas
Develop and execute strategies to expand Dolby’s global patent licensing programs and licensee base
Negotiate patent license agreements
Collaborate with internal litigation teams on enforcement actions
Work closely with internal technical, legal, and business stakeholders
Assist in financial forecasting and direct engagements to meet or exceed financial targets
Ensure CRM systems are updated with current licensing discussion status
Provide additional support related to patents, licensing, and intellectual property as needed
Qualification
Required
Significant experience negotiating international technology or patent licenses
Proven track record of meeting or exceeding company goals
Collaborative team player with strong communication skills and analytical capabilities
Experience with Excel and Salesforce is a plus
Strong track record of building and maintaining external business relationships
7+ years of experience as an IP licensing attorney at a top-tier law firm or as an in-house licensing executive
Technical and legal acumen to understand patents, license agreements, and claim charts, and to communicate high-level patent value
Experience with other complex patent transactions, including for e.g. patent acquisitions, patent divestitures, etc
Deep understanding of negotiation and global litigation strategies
Willingness to travel as needed
Preferred
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active membership in at least one state bar
Experience in global IP licensing and international litigation
Background in multinational organizations
Experience with standards bodies, standards essential patents, and/or patent pools
Education or work experience in engineering, technology, or computer science
Benefits
Bonus
Benefits
Equity
Company
Dolby Laboratories
Dolby creates surround sound, imaging, and voice technologies for cinemas, home theaters, PCs, mobile devices, games, and more.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2005-02-17IPO
Leadership Team
Kevin Yeaman
CEO
Robert Park
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2026-01-06
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