Design Technologist - Hong Kong

unstudio; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

unstudio is seeking a Design Technologist to join our Hong Kong office. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in architecture or computational design, along with at least 5 years of experience in BIM and computational design.

The role requires expertise in Rhino, Grasshopper, and the ability to manage project teams. Applicants should be creative, hands-on, and able to work under pressure. Applications should be sent to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• 5+ years of BIM, computational and parametric design experience.
• Experience working on Rhino-Revit interoperability workflows.
• Enthusiastic about new design technology and software.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with architects on implementing computational approaches.
• Coach and motivate project teams in new design technologies.
• Work effectively under pressure and manage conflicting demands.

Skills

BIM experience

Computational design

Parametric design

Rhino-Revit interoperability

Knowledge of programming languages (Python, C#)

Creative and innovative mindset

Excellent communication skills

Hands-on, proactive designer

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in architecture or computational design

Tools

Rhino

Grasshopper

Job description

As an international architectural firm, UNS is active in the broadest fields of architecture. Our project portfolio covers every aspect of architecture, ranging from small to large scale projects, research and theory. The atmosphere within our global offices, including our UNS Asia offices in Shanghai and Hong Kong, is international, multidisciplinary, design-oriented and ambitious, but also open, non-hierarchical, team-based and friendly, with attention to personal well-being, knowledge development and career planning.

We are currently looking for Design Technologist to join our Hong Kong Office.

Skills and Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in architecture or computationally focused design
• 5 years or above of BIM, computational and parametric design experience as a DT or similar position
• Experience working between multiple software platforms, with at least 2 years of experience working on Rhino‑Revit interoperability workflows
• Expert knowledge of Rhino inside, Grasshopper, as well as relevant programming languages such as python, C#, etc.
• Creative, innovative and enthusiastic about research in new design technology and software, industry developments in integrated practice, and other applicable techniques
• Excellent communication and coordination skills with architects on how to implement computational approaches
• Hands‑on, proactive, self‑motivated designer who works as a team member on projects
• Enthusiastic, accountable, with the ability to coach and motivate project teams in the implementation of new design technologies
• Previous experience working on built international, large‑scale projects in top‑tier international design firms is a plus
• Able to cope with conflicting demands, prioritize duties, and work effectively under pressure is beneficial

Working conditions are according to local legislation. Benefits follow UNS Hong Kong standards.

Applications consisting of a short cover letter, CV, portfolio (PDF, max.10mb enclosed in the application email or Issuu.com only), last & expected salary and availability can be sent digitally to Shirley Tsang at [e-mail].