Architect Jobs in South San Francisco, CA

An Architect plays a crucial role in the construction industry, translating the client's vision into blueprints that engineers and construction workers use to create a functional and aesthetically pleasing building. They are responsible for meeting with clients to gather project requirements, creating detailed building plans, and overseeing the project's execution to ensure it adheres to the design. Architects also ensure that the building meets all applicable safety and building codes. They collaborate with a range of professionals including engineers, landscape architects, urban planners, and construction representatives to complete the project successfully.

To become an Architect, one must have a Bachelor's degree in Architecture, but many also pursue a Master's degree. They should possess strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills, as well as be proficient in relevant software such as AutoCAD. Certification by regulatory bodies like the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) is also essential. Prior to becoming architects, individuals may start their careers as Architectural Drafters, Architectural Technicians, or Architectural Interns to gain practical experience in the field.

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Senior GPU Architect, Profiling System

  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 13 days ago

We are now looking for a Senior GPU Architect, Profiling System!...

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Manufacturing Experience Required)

  • Emeryville, CA (14 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Emeryville, CA (14 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

Atomic Machines is ushering in a new era in micromanufacturing with its Matter Compiler (MC) technology. The MC enables new classes of micromachines to be designed and built by offering...

US E-Consulting Services-Edge Architect Manager/Specialist Master-AI & Engineering-TC FY26

  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

Edge Architect (Specialist Master/Manager) AI & Engineering (Connected Edge) Join our AI & Engineering team in transforming technology platforms, driving innovation, and helping make a significant impact...

Senior Analog and Charge Pump Design Engineer, Raxium

  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 10 hours ago

Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, a related field, or equivalent practical experience. 8 years of experience with analog circuit design principles and...

Mechanical Design Engineer, Service Tooling

  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 11 hours ago

Join Tesla's Mission to Accelerate the World's Transition to Sustainable Energy.As part of Tesla, you'll contribute to a future powered by electric vehicles, solar energy, and advanced energy...

Sr. Optical Transceiver Design Engineer

  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 12 hours ago

Primary Duties & Responsibilities Lead the hardware and PCBA design for optical transceiver. Conduct electrical and optical measurements of optical transceiver. Create optical transceiver...

HVAC Design Engineer

  • Belmont, CA (12 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Belmont, CA (12 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Country: United States of America Location: CAV03: CCS-Ashburn, 21750 Red Rum Drive, Ashburn, VA, 20147 USA About this role: Step into a role where you don't just work on HVAC systems-you redefine...

Mechanical Design Engineer, Closures Mechanisms

  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 2 days ago

As a Closures Systems Design Engineer, you will be responsible for conceiving, architecting, designing, and engineering the dynamic exterior systems of Tesla vehicles....

Senior Product Design Engineer

  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 3 days ago

You are the architect of your own career: If you put in the work, this role won't be your last at Samsara....

Senior Device Design Engineer (Product-focused)

  • Oakland, CA (13 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (13 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Atomic Machines is ushering in a new era in micromanufacturing with its Matter Compiler (MC) technology. The MC enables new classes of micromachines to be designed and built by offering...

Package Design Engineer

  • Menlo Park, CA (18 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Menlo Park, CA (18 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Meta is looking for an experienced ASIC Packaging Engineer, Signal Integrity, and Power Integrity focus for its ASIC packaging team to support the development of custom Silicon for Infrastructure...

Senior Client Architect - US

  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Senior Client Architect We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Client Architecture Engineer to join our Technology & Innovation Architecture and Standards organization....

Remote Work

ServiceNow Architect

  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Must Have Technical/Functional Skills • Experience as a Senior Technical analyst / Architect with ITSM/ITOM/IRM/integration • Serve as primary technical point-of-contact and manage technical delivery...

Architect- Active Directory Print Migration SME

  • Oakland, CA (13 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (13 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Infra Architect- Active Directory & Print Migration SME Location : Anywhere in United States, remote Job description Primary Skills (Must Have) : Active Directory specialist including AD Domain migrations...

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, Sensor Integration

  • Foster City, CA (11 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Foster City, CA (11 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 4 days ago

In This Role, You will: Design electromechanical sensor assemblies; balance requirements from multiple stakeholders: studio designers, sensor performance and optical engineers, vehicle/package architects...

Demographic Data for South San Francisco, CA

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Salary for Architect Jobs in South San Francisco, CA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireConstruction research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Architect positions.



Highest Education Level

Architects in South San Francisco, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.4%
Master's Degree
26.6%
Associate's Degree
9.7%
High School or GED
8.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.0%
Doctorate Degree
1.6%
Some College
1.1%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Architects in South San Francisco, CA
2-4 years
33.3%
None
19.1%
6-8 years
14.3%
4-6 years
9.5%
8-10 years
9.5%
Less than 1 year
9.5%
1-2 years
4.8%



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