About the company
We are a team of world class builders and researchers with expertise across several domains: Ethereum Protocol Engineering, Layer-2, Decentralized Finance (DeFi), Miner Extractable Value (MEV), Smart Contract Development, Security Auditing and Formal Verification. Working to solve some of the most challenging problems in the blockchain space, we frequently collaborate with renowned companies, such as Ethereum Foundation, StarkWare, Gnosis Chain, Aave, Flashbots, xDai, Open Zeppelin, Forta Protocol, Energy Web, POA Network and many more. We actively contribute to Ethereum core development, EIPās and network upgrades together with the Ethereum Foundation, and other client teams.
Job Summary
Responsibilities:
šDay to day review and negotiation of IP licenses across the entirety of public domain, permissive, LGPL, copyleft and proprietary licences šTaking such action as is necessary to protect Nethermindās rights in relation to its portfolio of software IP, and to maximise the value of Nethermindās IP generally šProviding key internal and external stakeholders with advice on licensing issues šOwning Nethermindās relationships with relevant external providers such as law firms, patent and trademark attorneys, registries, alliances etc. Managing budgets in relation to each šRigorous evaluation of trends to reduce legal risks associated with licensing decisions šAdvising on market changes and providing strategic recommendations, writing and maintaining relevant policies šConstantly suggesting ideas for process improvement and optimization šTo the extent time is available, working with the rest of the Nethermind Legal team (four people) on other non-IP related projects, such as commercial transactions, investments and other inhouse legal team matters šReporting to Chief Legal Officer
Skills:
šBachelorās degree in law or any related field with 2 years of post qualification experience šBackground at prestigious law firm šKnowledge and experience of all market standard licences šKnowledge of key patent and trademark registries šStrong numerical skills, to help gain credibility with Nethermindās coders and other staff šAbility to collaborate with all levels of management to organize, plan and achieve Nethermindās IP goals šHappy using Slack, Notion, Excel etc