What you'll do
As Building Architect, you'll support the design and deployment of Giga's data center product line across the United States. You'll work at the intersection of standardized modular design and real-world project execution, adapting repeatable solutions to meet local code requirements and site-specific constraints.
You'll help translate our industrial manufacturing approach into permit-ready architectural packages that satisfy Building Officials, Fire Marshals, and Planning Departments across diverse jurisdictions.
This role combines practical architectural problem-solving with mission-critical execution. You'll develop architectural documentation, coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, and contribute to the rapid deployment of data center facilities throughout the country.
Where you'll work
If based outside of our Houston, Long Beach, Reno, or San Francisco hubs, this role will be based remotely from your home office. You must be willing to occasionally travel to one of our hub offices.
Responsibilities
Develop architectural drawing packages for data center deployment projects using Revit
Coordinate closely with Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, and Civil teams to ensure integrated project delivery
Adapt standardized building solutions to meet local jurisdictional requirements and project-specific constraints
Support permit submissions and assist with responses to plan review comments from local Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs)
Participate in life safety and code analysis efforts, including occupant load calculations, egress strategies, and accessibility compliance
Assist with preparation of code analysis sheets, life safety plans, and permit documentation
Design and coordinate building envelope systems, including pre-engineered metal building (PEMB) components and waterproofing details
Produce site plans that account for operational requirements, logistics, utility coordination, and future expansion opportunities
Maintain architectural Revit models and ensure proper coordination with linked consultant models
Develop and maintain architectural details, schedules, and standardized project components
Support internal design reviews and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve deployment efficiency
Participate in occasional meetings with regulatory officials, consultants, and project stakeholders as needed
Requirements
Bachelor's (B.Arch) or Master's (M.Arch) degree in Architecture
5+ years of architectural experience
Strong proficiency in Autodesk Revit for BIM modeling and documentation
Experience producing construction documents and coordinating multidisciplinary projects
Working knowledge of the International Building Code (IBC) and accessibility requirements under ADA and ANSI A117.1
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment
Strongly preferred
Experience with mission-critical or data center facilities
Understanding of the design coordination and delivery requirements common in fast-track data center environments
Experience coordinating with large multidisciplinary consultant teams
Familiarity with permit submissions and responses to AHJ comments
Bonus points
Registered Architect (RA) license
NCARB certification
Experience with modular construction, prefabrication, or containerized architecture
Knowledge of pre-engineered metal building (PEMB) systems
Experience with design-build or fast-track project delivery
Familiarity with NFPA 101 and life safety planning
Experience creating standardized architectural solutions for repeatable deployment
Startup or high-growth company experience
Experience with industrial occupancy classifications and mixed-use interpretations
Familiarity with architectural visualization tools such as Enscape, Lumion, or Twinmotion
Benefits
Subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance
Equity (options) in a rapidly growing startup
401(k) with 4% employer match
Unlimited PTO
Parental leave
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
Commuter benefits
Monthly team onsites where all offices come in person to collaborate