Senior Architect

AlphaX RE Capital; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement savings plan

Complimentary daily lunches

Snacks and coffee

Monthly team birthday celebrations

Job summary

AlphaX RE Capital is seeking a Senior Architect to lead and deliver single-family residential projects in the San Francisco Bay Area. The role emphasizes strong Revit BIM skills, California building-code knowledge, and hands-on experience through planning, permitting, and construction documentation.

Ideal candidates will guide design development, coordinate with consultants, and ensure QA/QC of drawings. Competitive salary, full benefits, and a collaborative office culture are offered at our

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional architectural experience in residential architecture.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture or equivalent.
• Advanced proficiency in Revit with ability to produce and review complete drawing sets.
• Strong knowledge of California residential construction, building codes, and detailing.
• Experience taking projects through planning, permitting, and construction documentation.
• Proven experience with Bay Area Planning/Building departments and local zoning regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and coordinate with consultants.

Responsibilities

• Lead single-family residential projects from feasibility through permitting and construction documentation.
• Develop schematic designs, design development, construction documents, and permit sets.
• Translate client goals, site constraints, zoning requirements into practical architectural solutions.
• Produce and maintain high-quality architectural models and drawings in Revit; coordinate with consultants.
• Lead QA/QC reviews of drawings and specifications and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Revit/BIM

Residential design

Code knowledge

QA/QC

Project coordination

Communication

Education

Architecture degree

Tools

Revit

Job description

Employment Type: Full-Time

About AlphaX RE Capital

AlphaX RE Capital and its affiliated entities form a women-founded, integrated real estate firm based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Committed to creating innovative and sustainable housing solutions throughout California, our group manages an extensive and growing portfolio of assets and development projects. We are a leader in addressing the housing crisis by developing sustainable and affordable communities.

Taking a comprehensive approach, we oversee the complete real estate lifecycle from end to end. AlphaX emphasizes diversity, equity, and social impact, with initiatives such as the AlphaX Foundation and Small Builders Association empowering future leaders, women, and minorities in real estate. Our headquarters is located in Cupertino, CA, with additional offices in Southern California and Arizona.

About the Role

This position is employed by Alignment Architects Inc, a brand of AlphaX RE Capital. We are seeking an experienced Senior Architect to lead single-family residential projects throughout the San Francisco Bay Area.

This role will manage projects from feasibility and schematic design through planning, permitting, construction documentation, and construction administration. The ideal candidate combines strong residential design and technical expertise with advanced Revit skills, deep knowledge of California building codes, and hands-on experience navigating Bay Area planning and permitting processes.

Key Responsibilities

1. Residential Design & Project Delivery
2. - Lead and manage single-family residential projects from feasibility through permitting and construction documentation.
   - Develop and review schematic designs, design development, construction documents, and permit sets.
   - Translate client goals, site constraints, zoning requirements, and construction considerations into practical architectural solutions.
   - Develop floor plans, elevations, sections, details, schedules, and architectural assemblies.
   - Review projects for design quality, constructability, code compliance, and coordination.
   - Participate in site visits, existing-condition documentation, and field verification.
   - Support construction administration and help resolve field conditions, RFIs, and design questions when needed.
3. - Independently research and interpret local zoning and planning requirements for residential projects.
   - Prepare projects for planning and building permit submission.
   - Coordinate directly with city/county Planning and Building departments when appropriate.
   - Track permit applications, plan-check comments, resubmittals, and approvals.
   - Analyze and resolve zoning and code issues involving:
   
   • Setbacks and building envelopes
   • Lot coverage and FAR
   • Height and massing
   • Building and site area calculations
   • Parking and driveway requirements
   • ADUs and JADUs
   • SB 9 / lot splits where applicable
   • Residential additions and remodels
   • Fire separation and life-safety requirements
   • Existing-condition/nonconforming conditions
   • Easements and site constraints
   
   - Develop practical strategies when jurisdictional requirements are ambiguous or when existing conditions create permitting challenges.
   Strong familiarity with Bay Area jurisdictions is highly preferred, including:
   
   • Atherton
   • Los Altos
   • Menlo Park
   • Palo Alto
   • Mountain View
   • Cupertino
   • Sunnyvale
   • San Jose
   • Santa Clara
   • Campbell
   • Saratoga
   • Other Santa Clara County / San Mateo County jurisdictions
   
   Experience in multiple jurisdictions is particularly valuable because the successful candidate should understand that local zoning interpretation and permitting procedures can vary significantly from city to city.
4. Revit / BIM
5. - Produce and maintain high-quality architectural models and construction documents in Revit.
   - Set up and maintain project models, views, sheets, schedules, families, and templates.
   - Develop detailed residential models suitable for permit and construction documentation.
   - Coordinate architectural models with structural, civil, MEP, landscape, and other consultants.
   - Identify and resolve model and documentation conflicts.
   - Maintain BIM standards and improve drawing-production workflows.
   - Review team members' Revit work and provide technical guidance when necessary.
   Advanced Revit proficiency is required.
6. Construction Documentation & Technical Leadership
7. - Lead the development of complete and coordinated residential construction document sets.
   - Establish appropriate levels of detail for plans, elevations, sections, wall assemblies, roofs, stairs, doors/windows, waterproofing, and other residential conditions.
   - Review architectural details for constructability and consistency.
   - Coordinate structural framing and architectural design.
   - Coordinate consultant drawings and identify conflicts before permit submission or construction.
   - Perform thorough QA/QC reviews of drawings and specifications.
   - Help establish and improve office drawing standards, templates, details, and documentation workflows.
8. Code & Technical Research
9. - Apply the California Residential Code (CRC) and California Building Code (CBC), as applicable.
   - Understand California energy requirements, including Title 24.
   - Apply applicable fire/life-safety, accessibility, zoning, and local development standards.
   - Research code questions and provide clear recommendations to the design team.
   - Stay current with changes to California codes and local municipal requirements.
   - Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior architects and designers.
   - Review drawings and provide actionable redlines.
   - Help establish efficient production standards and workflows.
   - Identify recurring documentation or permitting issues and develop solutions.
   - Work closely with project managers, designers, consultants, contractors, and leadership.
   - Take ownership of assigned projects and proactively communicate risks, deadlines, and outstanding issues.

Must-Have Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional architectural experience, with substantial experience in residential architecture.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture or equivalent professional education.
• Strong experience with single-family residential projects, preferably custom/high-end homes, additions, remodels, ADUs, or residential development.
• Advanced proficiency in Revit with the ability to independently produce and review complete architectural drawing sets.
• Strong knowledge of California residential construction, building codes, and architectural detailing.
• Demonstrated experience taking projects through planning, permitting, and construction documentation.
• Proven experience working with Bay Area Planning and Building departments.
• Strong understanding of local zoning regulations and residential development standards.
• Ability to independently research regulations and resolve technical/permitting issues.
• Strong consultant coordination and QA/QC skills.Excellent communication, organization, and follow-through.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
• Comfortable working independently and making informed decisions without constant supervision.

AlphaX RE Capital offers a benefits package and a welcoming office culture designed to support our team. Employees are provided with medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with access to a 401(k) retirement savings plan. Additionally, we offer great in-office perks, including complimentary daily lunches, snacks, and coffee, as well as monthly team birthday celebrations to bring everyone together.

The expected salary range for this position is $120,000 to $165,000 per year. The actual salary offer will be determined based on the successful candidate's geographic location, relevant experience, and specific skill sets, in accordance with California laws.

AlphaX RE Capital and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees in accordance with the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications.