Technical Assistant (electronic engineering, computer science) – [D Young & Co]

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Technical Assistant (electronic engineering, computer science)

You will train to become a patent attorney alongside highly acclaimed colleagues in one of the leading teams in Europe, working with national and international clients across a wide range of industries and spanning many sectors.

What you will enjoy

  • Challenging work, early responsibility and a training and personal development programme which is supportive and specific to you.
  • Our commitment to developing talented graduates who have the passion and initiative to build successful careers as patent attorneys.
  • Full support and training towards qualification as a UK and European Patent Attorney.
  • Working closely with clients to understand their inventions and translate complex technical ideas into strong patent applications.
  • Drafting and prosecuting patent applications before the UK and European Patent Offices and other patent offices around the world.
  • A rewarding and fulfilling working environment and broad ranging, flexible benefits package including bi-annual performance based bonuses.

What you will need

  • An exceptional academic track record in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or a related field.
  • Academic, industry, or prior patent experience in instruction set architecture, CPU or GPU micro-architecture, SoC/ASIC design, processor pipelines, memory hierarchy, interconnects, or related areas.
  • The desire and ability to share ideas and expertise, working both in a team as well as autonomously.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent written communication.
  • To be highly motivated, with the drive and ambition to progress your career.
  • The ability to explain complex ideas clearly and concisely.
  • A desire to be empowered to make a difference and achieve shared goals to deliver real excellence to clients.
  • An interest in law, intellectual property, and technology strategy.
To apply, send your CV to:
recruitment@dyoung.com
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Location: Briton House, 10-12 Briton St, Southampton SO14 3EB

CLOSING DATE: 31 March 2026

Please note: This closing date may be an estimate. If you are interested in this role, apply as soon as possible. This role may be closed before the date listed here.