What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Architecture position at Vessel Technologies?
At Vessel, we are committed to addressing one of the world’s most pressing challenges—the global housing crisis. In 2024, we introduced the V1, a revolutionary solution that redefines affordable living. Beautifully designed, brilliantly engineered, sustainable, and built with health in mind, the V1 makes high-quality housing accessible to those who earn too much for subsidized housing but too little for market-rate options. We are backed by leading venture capitalists, such as Mosaic Ventures, and by the nation's preeminent homebuilder, Lennar, Inc.
Vessel is not a traditional architecture firm—we are a product company. Like Apple reimagined the phone and Tesla reinvented the car, we are transforming housing through high-design, precision engineering, and innovative materials. The Director of Architecture will be at the forefront of this movement, leading a team of designers and engineers to create beautiful, efficient, and attainably priced living environments that elevate the human experience.
\n- Drive the architectural direction of Vessel, balancing aesthetics, function, and manufacturability
- Apply a product design mindset to buildings, developing repeatable, scalable solutions that push the industry forward
- Work alongside industrial designers, engineers, fabricators, and developers to ensure seamless integration of architecture, technology, and manufacturing
- Leverage digital fabrication, parametric design, and emerging materials to drive efficiency, sustainability, and exceptional design
- 10 years of experience in architecture, industrial design, or a related field
- A track record of pushing the boundaries of design and construction
- Expertise in design for manufacture and assembly (DfMA), digital fabrication, and high-performance building design
- Deep knowledge of materials, construction methodologies, and emerging building technologies.
- Proficiency in parametric modeling (Grasshopper, Dynamo), BIM (Revit), and advanced visualization tools
- Proven leadership experience guiding design teams in fast-paced, innovation-driven environments
- A technologist with experience in parametric design, advanced manufacturing techniques, and prefabrication strategies
- Bonus Eligible
- Health Plans (Medical, Dental, and Vision), including HSA/FSA options
- Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance, plus Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
- Adoption Assistance, Caregiver Support, and Financial Assistance through Employee Support Programs
- Team-building events and activities, including social hours and celebrations
- Commuter Benefits
At Vessel, you’ll be part of something bigger than a company—you’ll be part of a movement. If you’re looking for a role that’s both challenging and rewarding, with the opportunity to work alongside a visionary leader in a transformative industry, we’d love to hear from you.
Salary : $225,000 - $300,000
