Intermediate/Senior Architectural Designer/Architect

Responsibilities: Lead design development and technical coordination on assigned projects from concept through construction administration Manage day-to-day production, schedules, and documentation quality Coordinate architectural work with structural, MEP, and specialty-fabrication consultants Review shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, and field conditions during construction phases Conduct site visits and document field observations Direct and mentor junior designers Represent design intent in client and consultant meetings Required Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture 4+ years of professional experience in an architecture or design practice Strong proficiency in Rhino; working knowledge of Revit Experience producing construction documents and administering construction Demonstrated ability to lead portions of a project independently Working knowledge of California Building Code and accessibility requirements Strong verbal and written communication skills, including with contractors and fabricators Preferred Qualifications Grasshopper or other computational/parametric design experience Progress toward or holding architectural licensure Experience with custom fabrication, glazing, or specialty material systems Experience or interest in working with advanced AI design workflows Prior direct client- and consultant-facing project responsibility

Compensation: $75,000–$100,000/year, depending on experience Equal Employment Opportunity: SDA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.