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Architectural Designer

AIA Austin, Austin, TX, United States


MF Architecture is a dynamic Austin-based practice on the rise, with design awards at local, regional, and national levels. Our founding Principal Architect, Matt Fajkus, is a published author and award-winning Professor at the UT School of Architecture, where he is also the Director of the Graduate Program in Sustainable Design. Sarah Johnson is also Principal Architect at MF Architecture, recognized as an emerging leader. We have completed more than 50 buildings, including a 2019 National AIA Design Award.

We are a reflective practice, grounded in learning from each project, seeking relevance beyond typical architectural boundaries by pursuing a broad range of projects in scale and type. We use press, publicity, and social media to educate and affect positive change through design.

The Ideal Candidate For This Position Will Have

3 or more years of experience in the architectural profession (licensure not required)

Strong design skills and technical skills with an interest in comprehensive quality control

Strong experience and interest in multiple typologies and scales

Internal communication skills, a collaborative spirit, and a positive attitude

External communication capabilities, including with clients, consultants, and general contractors

The ability to multi‑task and work at various paces

An ability and interest to learn and grow with us, including developing leadership skills

(Preferably) Production ability (Revit skills, etc.)

(Preferably) Local knowledge (Austin construction budgets, permitting, and regulatory processes)

What We Offer

A downtown Austin area office located at street level, embedded in the city

An inspirational open studio environment with collaborative design charrettes balanced with solo work

Competitive compensation and benefits

A collaborative and empowering framework for concept-driven work

Individual credit and authorship for work in press, publications, website, social media, and awards

Diverse project experiences across scale and typology, throughout all phases including CA

Vertical growth for employees, including leadership opportunities and Principal Architect potential

Support for professional development, including time and funding for research or conference attendance

An evolving practice where employees can impact designs as well as systems and processes

Please send your resume and full portfolio in PDF form to

jobs@mfarchitecture.com .

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