Remote Senior Design Architect - Innovation Hubs

Placements24; Willows (CA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Competitive salary

Professional development budget

Health, dental, vision insurance

Global project exposure

Flexible work hours

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Design Architect to lead conceptual development and design for international innovation hubs and technology-focused spaces. This fully remote role offers opportunities to collaborate with a global team and influence high-impact projects without relocation.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years of architecture leadership, a strong portfolio, and expertise in Revit, Rhino, Grasshopper, Lumion, and Adobe Creative Suite.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture from an accredited institution.
• 10+ years of architectural design experience in innovation hubs, R&D facilities, or tech campuses.
• Proven track record leading design on large-scale international projects.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating innovative solutions.
• Proficiency in Revit, Rhino, Grasshopper, Lumion, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills for virtual collaboration.
• Ability to work independently and lead design efforts in a remote setting.
• Understanding of flexible workspace design and smart building tech.
• Experience with global building codes is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead design vision and conceptual development for international innovation hubs and tech-focused projects.
• Develop innovative and functional architectural designs that promote collaboration and cutting-edge research.
• Produce high-quality design presentations, 3D models, and renderings for client engagement.
• Collaborate virtually with a global team of architects, engineers, and interior designers.
• Research emerging technologies, materials, and design trends relevant to innovation spaces.
• Ensure design integrity, technical feasibility, and compliance with international standards.
• Mentor junior designers and contribute to the firm's design leadership and innovation culture.
• Manage design process timelines and contribute to project scope definition.
• Participate in virtual design reviews and provide constructive feedback.

Skills

Architectural vision

Leadership

Communication

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

Rhino

Grasshopper

Lumion

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a leading-edge architectural firm recognized for its pioneering work in designing innovative spaces, including technology hubs and research facilities. They are currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Design Architect to join their fully remote team. This role offers the unique opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking projects globally without the need for relocation. You will be responsible for leading the conceptualization and design development of complex innovation hubs, driving creative solutions that foster collaboration and technological advancement. The ideal candidate is a visionary designer, a strong communicator, and excels in a distributed work environment, utilizing advanced digital tools to collaborate and deliver exceptional designs. This is a premier opportunity for an architect passionate about shaping the future of workspaces and research environments, working from anywhere in the world.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design vision and conceptual development for international innovation hubs and technology-focused projects.
• Develop innovative and functional architectural designs that promote collaboration, creativity, and cutting-edge research.
• Produce high-quality design presentations, 3D models, and renderings for client and stakeholder engagement.
• Collaborate virtually with a global team of architects, engineers, interior designers, and specialists.
• Conduct thorough research on emerging technologies, materials, and design trends relevant to innovation spaces.
• Ensure design integrity, technical feasibility, and compliance with relevant international standards.
• Mentor junior designers and contribute to the firm's design leadership and innovation culture.
• Manage design process timelines and contribute to project scope definition.
• Actively participate in virtual design reviews and provide constructive feedback.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Architecture from an accredited institution.
• A minimum of 10 years of architectural design experience, with a significant focus on specialized spaces like innovation hubs, R&D facilities, or tech campuses.
• Proven track record of leading design on complex, large-scale international projects.
• Exceptional creative and conceptual design skills, with a strong portfolio demonstrating innovative solutions.
• Advanced proficiency in architectural design and visualization software (Revit, Rhino, Grasshopper, Lumion, Adobe Creative Suite).
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills for virtual collaboration.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and lead design efforts in a remote setting.
• Understanding of flexible workspace design, smart building technology, and sustainable innovation principles.
• Experience with global building codes and standards is an advantage.

Benefits

• Fully remote position with exceptional flexibility and work-life balance.
• Highly competitive salary and potential for significant bonuses.
• Opportunity to work on world-class, future-forward projects globally.
• Access to a diverse and international professional network.
• Generous budget for professional development and home office support.
• A culture that champions innovation, collaboration, and individual growth.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.