Patent Attorney

At Aristocrat, we focus on bringing happiness to life through the power of play. As a world leader in gaming content and technology, we embrace powerful innovation and creativity. As a Patent Attorney, you will be essential in protecting our brand new technology and creative assets. You will join a versatile team that values collaboration, integrity, and player-first excellence. This is your opportunity to be part of a dynamic organization that composes the future of gaming and leaves a lasting impact on the industry!

What You'll Do

• Lead all aspects of Aristocrat’s patent and design portfolios throughout their entire lifecycle—from invention disclosure through prosecution, enforcement, and maintenance.
• Lead preparation and prosecution of patent and development applications, with emphasis on the U.S. and Europe.
• Conduct product clearance and freedom-to-operate assessments, including risk mitigation and design-around strategies.
• Coordinate competitor IP monitoring, analysis, and enforcement actions, including cease-and-desist correspondence when necessary.
• Partner with inventors and technical teams to identify, capture, and protect innovations through Aristocrat’s invention disclosure process.
• Act as a trusted advisor to the business on all patent and IP-related matters.
• Integrate IP considerations into product, business development, and technology initiatives.
• Offer advice on open source software application, licensing, and adherence to Aristocrat’s IP and product strategies.
• Support IP aspects of corporate transactions, commercial partnerships, and strategic collaborations.
• Participate in IP committee meetings and contribute to ongoing portfolio reviews.
• Deliver internal training and resources on patent strategy, open source, and innovation guidelines.
• Provide clear, practical, and business-focused legal advice that balances innovation with risk management.

What We're Looking For

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited U.S. law school; member in good standing of a U.S. state bar.
• Registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Computer, or related field) or Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 8+ years of patent practice experience in a corporate legal department, law firm, or both.
• Proven experience managing patent portfolios and providing IP strategic advice in a technical or gaming environment.
• Understanding of open source software licensing and adherence frameworks.
• Outstanding analytical, drafting, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across technical, business, and executive teams.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities, adapt to change, and operate effectively in a fast-paced global organization.
• Demonstrating dedication to Aristocrat’s core values of integrity, innovation, and excellence centered on the player.

Why Aristocrat?

Aristocrat is a world leader in gaming content and technology, and a top-tier publisher of free-to-play mobile games. We deliver great performance for our B2B customers and bring joy to the lives of the millions of people who love to play our casino and mobile games. And while we focus on fun, we never forget our responsibilities. We strive to lead the way in responsible gameplay, and to lift the bar in company governance, employee wellbeing and sustainability. We’re a diverse business united by shared values and an inspiring mission to bring joy to life through the power of play.

We aim to create an environment where individual differences are valued, and all employees have the opportunity to realize their potential. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, cultural background, disability status or LGBTQ+ identity. EEO M/F/D/V

• World Leader in Gaming Entertainment

• Robust benefits package

• Global career opportunities

Our Values

• All about the Player

• Talent Unleashed

• Collective Brilliance

• Good Business Good Citizen

Travel Expectations

Pay Range

Our goal is to pay a market competitive salary focusing near the median of our pay ranges. However, final offers for all positions will be based on several factors such as experience level, education, skills, work location, and internal pay equity.

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan with employer matching, more details available at https://atibenefits.com/.

Additional Information

This role is subject to mandatory background screening and regulatory approvals. As part of your employment with Aristocrat, you may be required to complete a criminal background check, submit fingerprints, and obtain licenses or registrations with applicable gaming regulatory authorities.

Aristocrat operates in a highly regulated environment and holds licenses in over 340 gaming jurisdictions worldwide. To meet our global compliance obligations, you will be required to provide the disclosure of relevant personal and background information to government agencies, sovereign nations/tribal regulators, and other applicable gaming regulatory bodies. This is a condition of Aristocrat’s gaming licenses. The specific information required may vary depending on the jurisdiction and project assignment.