Computational Designer (AEC Industries)

Slate Technologies

5d • Remote

About The Position

Join Slate as a Computational Designer and Software Developer, where you’ll be at the forefront of creating innovative, real-world solutions in Architecture, Engineering, and Construction. Collaborate with a global team of designers, developers, engineers, and industry experts to develop cloud-based computational solutions using Grasshopper and Rhino Compute. As a vital member of our computational design team, you will:
Collaborate with teammates to build modular, scalable solutions
Utilize your creativity and expertise in visual scripting to deliver high-quality outputs
Adhere to pre-existing guidelines while seizing opportunities to enhance and grow our platform
If you have a vision and passion for deploying computational design solutions to users of varying skill levels, we’d love to hear from you!

Requirements

• A minimum of 8+ years of experience using Rhino and Grasshopper to develop custom software solutions for industry.
• Experience in AEC Industries: Understanding or experience working in Architecture, Engineering, and Construction
• Self-Motivated Learner: A fast-paced, self-learning individual who thrives in dynamic environments
• Team-Oriented: Willingness to develop and learn alongside a pre-existing team and solutions
• Collaborative: A highly collaborative team player who excels in cooperative settings
• Organized and Responsive: Highly organized with a strong sense of responsiveness
• Detail-Oriented: Attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Strong Communication Skills: Excellent verbal, written, and graphic communication skills
• Industry Advocate: Acts as a champion for computational design and industry excellence
• Proficient in Computational Design using Grasshopper
• Expertise in Generative Design and Parametric Modeling
• Ability to create Complex Geometry
• Skills in Rendering and Visualizations.
• Strong understanding of Data Structures and Manipulations
• Python expertise
• C# expertise, particularly with Rhino Compute
• Familiarity with the Grasshopper SDK
• Experience with Visual Studio Code or similar development environments
• A portfolio showcasing contributions to the physical world through computational design

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
• Expertise in Rhino, Inside, Revit, Dynamo, Figma, Revit, AutoCAD, Inventor, Fusion, and/or other AEC industry tools
• Knowledge of three.js and/or ReactJS
• Experience in Digital Fabrication/Manufacturing
• Experience in Design for Manufacturing and Assembly
• Passion for developing robust software and writing maintainable code
• Proven ability to work in a fast paced, highly responsive agile team with rapidly evolving requirements and architectures
• Experience and knowledge with BIM (E.g., Revit and IFC)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Work within the existing framework of Slate’s Generate platform for computational design, while exploring potential enhancements
• Consistently deliver high-quality Grasshopper solutions that are organized and tailored to client-specific outputs
• Develop custom API solutions for interoperability between multiple software platforms (e.g., Revit, AutoCAD, Excel, Word, and more)
• Create custom nodes in Python and C#, transforming them into custom plugins, hops, etc.
• Handle client data that may be sensitive or confidential with utmost care
• Collaborate directly with leaders of the computational design and engineering teams to assist in executing full-stack software solutions
• Push the boundaries of what’s possible with your creativity and unique perspectives

Benefits

• At Slate, we invest in our employees and provide a full range of benefits and perks to help you grow and thrive.
• From generous paid time off and healthcare coverage to career enrichment and development strategies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level