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Patent Examiner (Computer Engineering) Direct-Hire Authority (DHA)

U.S. Patent and Trademark OfficeAlexandria, VA

$68,539–121,919/yr

Posted Oct 5, 2026 · Apply by Oct 25, 2026

What you’d do

Examine patent applications in computer engineering, assessing whether submitted ideas meet the requirements for intellectual property protection. The listing does not state a schedule or shift. Found on USAJOBS on Oct 6, 2026. Apply through the official announcement.

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