Ready to take your patent examining expertise in a new direction? As a Patent International Business Analyst, you will use your knowledge of patent examination to help shape the systems, processes, and technology that support USPTO's domestic and international patent operations. You will analyze business needs, develop solutions, lead complex initiatives, and collaborate with technical experts and patent stakeholders to improve how patent services are delivered.
The physical worksite for this position is located in Alexandria, Virginia. Presence at the Alexandria, VA campus is required for this role, as it includes on site functions that must be performed in person. Position may be eligible for situational telework in accordance with agency policy/business unit discretion. The agency currently allows for 52 hours of telework per leave year. Put your patent examining experience to work beyond the examination process.
In this role, you will serve as a patent business and technical expert, helping transform patent business needs into technology and process solutions that support examiners, stakeholders, and the broader patent system. In this role, you will: Analyze complex patent examination and business processes to identify requirements, operational challenges, risks, and opportunities for improved technology solutions.
Translate patent examination and business needs into functional requirements for the design, development, testing, deployment, and enhancement of automated information systems. Lead and coordinate complex patent automation initiatives throughout the system development lifecycle, including requirements management, quality assurance, risk management, user acceptance testing, configuration management, and deployment.
Develop and evaluate recommendations, strategies, project controls, and performance measures to resolve complex patent business and technology issues. Collaborate with USPTO leadership, patent examiners, technical specialists, and domestic and international stakeholders to communicate requirements, coordinate initiatives, resolve issues, and implement patent business solutions.
Education may not be substituted for specialized experience at this grade level.
NNEKA.UKPABI@USPTO.GOV · 571-272-0612
This position is with Patent and Trademark Office, Department of Commerce.
The posted pay range is $155797 – $197200/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
Applications close on 2026-11-02.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government · Retrieved 2026-10-19 · Not affiliated with or endorsed by OPM or USAJOBS.gov
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