PYATOK is seeking a full-time Designer with experience and/or interest in multi-family housing design. This is not a remote position.PYATOK is an award-winning, nationally recognized leader in the design of multi-family affordable, senior, market-rate, student, and special needs housing, as well as mixed-use development and master planning. We succeed because our team has a shared passion for delivering high-quality design to the communities we serve. Our collaborative style of management and culture includes a pedagogical commitment to mentorship, including weekly in-house professional development sessions and annual stipends for continuing education. Our design philosophy and team structures reflect our goal of nurturing “complete” architects. Without the constraints inherent with a studio or department structure, our team members develop their own portfolios of diverse skills and assume ownership of their projects. In addition, this approach dovetails with our expectation that team members actively participate in various aspects of our firm’s operations and management. Our physical office is conveniently located between 12th and 19th Street BART stations in an increasingly dynamic downtown Oakland. We offer competitive salaries and benefits (medical, dental and vision; holidays; PTO and 401(k) with company matching) in addition to a collaborative, healthy, and vibrant work environment.Qualifications and experience:
Professional degree in architecture (Bachelor or Master of Architecture from an accredited program in the US)
Good organizational, analytical and communications skills
Familiarity with architectural theory and terminology
Conscientious attention to details
Ability to work in a dynamic environment with changing priorities
Commitment to professional growth
Commitment to licensure preferred
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, MS Office and Sketch-Up
Willingness to pitch in and assist where needed in a team-oriented culture
Other combinations of education and experience will be considered. Salary depends upon experience, $68,000 - $80,000 annual.If you believe you could thrive surrounded by people who are passionate and committed to their work and community, who enjoy the company of their colleagues, who value having a voice in the conversation, and who find moments of levity amidst the serious pursuit of excellence, then we invite you to reach out and tell us about yourself and why you think you would be a valuable addition to our team.To apply, please send your cover letter, including salary requirements, resume, relevant work samples, and references (PDF format) to [email protected] using Designer in the subject line.PYATOK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No telephone calls please / Local Applicants Only
