Senior Specialist Patents - Child Safety Solutions (m/f/d)
Germany / Bayreuth
CYBEX is a company that puts tomorrow’s people at the heart of its brand. Always questioning the status quo and not afraid of challenging the establishment, CYBEX has become not just a leader in child safety but is seen as an innovative lifestyle and fashion brand for parents. We offer car seats, baby carriers, kids furniture and strollers enabling parents to keep their little ones safe in style. After growing rapidly in the last few years, we look for ambitious talent to contribute to CYBEX’s success story.
Your areas of responsibilities:
1. Provide expert advice on all patent-related matters, including German, European, and international utility and design patents
2. Offer strategic guidance on intellectual property, working closely with inventors to develop and protect innovations
3. Assess inventions and draft applications for German, EU, and international patents
4. Collaborate with inventors to build and strengthen the company’s intellectual property portfolio
5. Conduct in-depth research on existing patents to develop comprehensive product clearance strategies
6. Advise on potential patent infringements, ensuring compliance with relevant legal standards
7. Assist in investigating patent infringements and support actions in patent disputes
8. Work cross-functionally with R&D, Project Management, Quality Management, Design, Procurement, and Legal teams
9. Participate in product development meetings to identify and capture innovations early in the process
10. Lead inventor workshops to foster innovation and the creation of strategic intellectual property
11. Coordinate with external legal counsel on patent-related matters
Your profile of qualification:
12. Degree in a technical field such as Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline, with additional education or experience in patents
13. At least 2 years of hands-on experience in patent-related work, including patent applications and enforcement, is a plus
14. Strong ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks effectively
15. Excellent analytical skills and a methodical, well-organized approach to work
16. Deep understanding of technical and academic processes
17. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with fluency in both English and German (spoken and written)
18. Proficiency in MS Office tools
CYBEX operates globally and has employees from over nations. If you are keen to leave your footprint in a swiftly growing business that offers plenty of opportunities to grow both on a professional and individual level, you’ve come to the right place. As part of Goodbaby International Holdings Ltd., CYBEX is dedicated to creating an inclusive working environment that encompasses diversity and equal opportunities. In addition to a competitive salary, attractive annual leave, and discounts on our products you’ll have the chance to develop your personal profile in an international environment.