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CareerArc Code CA-LJ #LI-LJ1 Hybrid: #LI-Hybrid This Is Helix. Powered by You.
At BMC Helix, we don't do ordinary. We're the AI-native engine behind the world's most forward-thinking IT organizations, helping them focus on what matters most. What are we passionate about? We're here to reset the economics of enterprise IT and help others realize the ROI of AI.
We are a mix of curious minds, creative thinkers, and courageous builders who believe tech should change the game—not just play it. We celebrate wins, support each other, and laugh a lot.
We are the change makers. With decades of leadership and established trust in IT service and operations management, we're scaling with purpose—through organic innovation, strategic acquisitions, and relentless R&D. Our open-first Agentic AI platform empowers autonomous agents to drive real outcomes with speed, accountability, and precision.
We are laser-focused on delivering real value to our customers by accelerating innovation and the application of applying agentic AI in digital service and operations management for IT organizations around the world. The BMC Helix Legal team is a strategic, business‑driven partner at the heart of a fast‑growing SaaS organization. We navigate complex federal, public sector, and commercial landscapes with clarity and confidence, enabling the company to move quickly while staying compliant and protected. Joining us means working on high‑impact deals, influencing key decisions, and growing your career alongside a collaborative, forward‑thinking team that's shaping the future of our business. The Product & Intellectual Property Counsel is a senior in house legal role responsible for leading the BMC Helix's patent and trademark strategy, advising product teams, and serving as a key legal partner across R&D, Product, Marketing, Procurement, and Compliance functions. This role blends hands on intellectual property leadership with product counseling, governance, and risk management, supporting innovation, commercialization, and global operations at scale.
Here is how, through this exciting role, YOU will contribute to BMC Helix's and your own success:
- Patent Portfolio & Innovation Support
- Participate in Patent Review Committee and oversee evaluation of invention disclosures.
- Manage the full patent lifecycle, including invention intake, drafting coordination, prosecution strategy, office action responses, continuations, and post grant strategy.
- Review and approve patent applications prior to filing and ensure claim scope aligns with business objectives.
- Administer inventor recognition program and oversee inventor communications and training.
- Own and manage the global trademark portfolio, including filings, renewals, enforcement, and clearance.
- Advise marketing and business teams on trademark usage, attribution, and brand protection.
- Support domain name strategy and disputes, and handle copyright registrations and clearance matters as needed.
- Serve as legal advisor to Product and Marketing teams on product launches, press releases, advertising, competitive positioning, and product claims.
- Review and approve marketing materials for legal compliance, substantiation, and IP risk.
- Advise on anti competitive, advertising, and unfair competition considerations.
- Advise on open source software usage, license compliance, and contribution of company code to open source projects.
- Serve on open source review and AI governance bodies, assessing licensing, legal, and commercial risks.
- Draft, maintain, and support training on AI use, open source, confidentiality, and copyright policies.
- Support procurement and sourcing teams on technology related agreements, licensing terms, and IP risk.
- Review and negotiate agreements involving software, technology, and data.
- Advise on IP ownership, licensing, and risk allocation in vendor and partner contracts.
- Advise on export control compliance for software, technology, and data.
- Support classification, licensing determinations, and risk assessments for global product distribution.
- Partner with compliance and security teams on export related governance and training.
To ensure you are set up for success, you will bring the following skillset & experience:
- Juris Doctor from an accredited law school; active U.S. state bar membership and USPTO patent attorney registration.
- 5+ years of experience in intellectual property law, product counseling, and technology transactions.
- Experience working cross functionally with engineering, product, marketing, procurement, and compliance teams.
- Strong understanding of patent, trademark, copyright, open source licensing, and export compliance.
- Ability to translate complex technical concepts into practical legal guidance.
- Prior in house experience at a technology or software company.
- Familiarity with AI governance.
- Strong judgment, executive presence, and ability to operate autonomously.
Why Work Here? Because You'll Matter.
We're not hiring for roles—we're hiring for impact. At Helix, you'll solve hard problems, build smart solutions, and work with people who challenge and champion you. You'll see your ideas come to life—and your work make a difference.
We believe in trust, transparency, and grit. Our culture is inclusive, flexible, and built for people who want to stretch themselves - and support others doing the same. Whether you're remote or in-office, you'll find space to show up fully and contribute meaningfully. You won't be boxed in—you'll be backed up.
Make Your Mark At Helix
If Helix excites you but you're unsure if you meet every qualification, apply anyway. We value diverse perspectives and believe the best ideas come from everywhere.
EEOC Statement
Helix is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, age, sex, creed, color, religion, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, disabled veteran or status asa protected veteran. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, visit the accommodation request page.
BMC Software maintains a strict policy of not requesting any form of payment in exchange for employment opportunities, upholding a fair and ethical hiring process.The annual base salary range represents the low and high end of the BMC salary range for this position. Actual salaries depend on a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training, licensure, and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
The range listed is just one component of BMC's employee compensation package. Other rewards may include a variable plan and country specific benefits.
At BMC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at /near the top of the range. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $99,600 - $166,000
Min salary 99,600Why Work Here? Because You'll Matter.
We're not hiring for roles—we're hiring for impact. At Helix, you'll solve hard problems, build smart solutions, and work with people who challenge and champion you. You'll see your ideas come to life—and your work make a difference.
We believe in trust, transparency, and grit. Our culture is inclusive, flexible, and built for people who want to stretch themselves - and support others doing the same. Whether you're remote or in-office, you'll find space to show up fully and contribute meaningfully. You won't be boxed in—you'll be backed up.
Make Your Mark At Helix
If Helix excites you but you're unsure if you meet every qualification, apply anyway. We value diverse perspectives and believe the best ideas come from everywhere.
EEOC Statement
Helix is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, age, sex, creed, color, religion, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, disabled veteran or status asa protected veteran. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, visit the accommodation request page.
Mid point salary 132,800 Max salary 166,000 Min Salary - NEW 99,600 Max Salary - NEW 166,000recruiter_code
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