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Vice President, Business Development & Technology

Confidential · San Francisco, CA, USA ·

Job type:
Full Time


Vice President, Business Development & Technology




About the Company


Ambitious developer & marketer of high-quality audio solutions


Industry
Consumer Electronics


Type
Public Company


Founded
1965



Employees
1001-5000




Categories



  • Broadcasting
  • Consumer
  • Hardware
  • Information Technology
  • Software
  • Consumer Electronics
  • Dolby
  • Dolby Laboratories
  • Hardware + Software
  • Arts & Crafts
  • Audio
  • Entertainment & Recreation
  • Information Technology & Services
  • Technology
  • Video Games
  • Audio Production
  • VOIP
  • Audio/Visual Equipment
  • Communication Systems
  • Radio
  • Television
  • Wireless Communications
  • Manufacturing
  • Communications Equipment
  • Computer Hardware




Specialties



  • audio
  • video
  • entertainment
  • internet
  • broadcast
  • cinema
  • pc
  • software
  • hardware
  • mobile
  • voice
  • 3d
  • film
  • and film




Business Classifications



  • B2C
  • Mobile






About the Role


The Company is seeking a Vice President, Business Development & Technology to lead strategic growth initiatives in the field of collaborative licensing, with a focus on advancing inclusive and efficient new patent licensing approaches. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying, evaluating, and developing new patent pool opportunities, particularly in the areas of semiconductors, artificial intelligence, and data center infrastructure. This role requires a deep understanding of intellectual property, patent licensing, and emerging technologies, as well as the ability to engage with external market, technical evaluation, and commercial strategy. The VP will work closely with cross-functional teams to expand the company's portfolio of programs and strengthen its position as a leading patent pool administrator.

Applicants must have a minimum of 12 years' of experience in business development, licensing, technology strategy, or related fields, and a strong technical background in at least one of the specified domains. The role demands a strategic thinker with strong commercial instincts, the ability to bridge technical depth with business outcomes, and a highly collaborative approach to influencing senior stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have an advanced degree in engineering, computer science, or a related technical field, and experience with standards bodies or industry consortia. Key responsibilities include industry engagement, thought leadership, and contributing to the company's overall strategic roadmap. The VP will also be expected to drive long-term growth initiatives aligned with industry shifts, particularly towards AI-driven infrastructure and compute-intensive applications.


Hiring Manager Title
President




Travel Percent
Less than 10%


Functions



  • Business Development
  • Strategy