Senior Manager Workplace Architect
VerkadaPhysical Security company
San Mateo, United States$100,000 - $185,000 USDManager
First Round Capital
Sequoia Capital
Felicis Ventures
Lightspeed Venture Partners
Linse Capital
Alkeon Capital
Operations & Strategy
About the role
TL;DR
Lead architectural planning and space design for Verkada's global workplace environments.
- •The Workplace Development team is responsible for designing and delivering workplace environments that enable Verkada's continued global growth.
- •As the Senior Manager Workplace Architect, you will lead the architectural planning, space design, and technical execution of Verkada's office and lab environments from concept through construction documentation.
- •In this highly technical, hands-on role, you'll own workplace programming, test fits, architectural drawing production, and cross-functional systems coordination while establishing scalable design standards across Verkada's real estate portfolio.
- •Key Responsibilities Lead programming, test fits, space planning, and floor plan development for new offices, labs, and workplace renovations.
- •Produce and maintain complete architectural drawing sets, construction documents, and custom interior and millwork details using AutoCAD, Revit, or similar drafting software.
- •Establish and maintain Verkada's workplace design standards, CAD template libraries, and CAFM infrastructure to support a growing real estate portfolio.
- •Serve as the primary architectural coordinator across Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP), IT, AV, low-voltage, and physical security disciplines to ensure seamless integration within workplace projects.
- •Requirements Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Architecture, or a related technical design field. 5–8+ years of experience in commercial architecture, workplace design, or corporate interiors, with experience leading projects from concept through construction administration.
- •Expert proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, or comparable architectural drafting software.
- •Strong understanding of commercial building systems, including MEP coordination, construction detailing, ADA requirements, and applicable building codes.
- •Demonstrated leadership experience managing projects, mentoring team members, or leading complex cross-functional initiatives.
Required skills
Project ManagementAccessibility DesignExcel
Benefits & perks
Healthcare programs, Nationwide medical, vision and dental coverage, Health Saving Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Expanded mental health support, Paid parental leave policy, Fertility benefits, Paid holidays, Firmwide extended holidays, Flexible PTO, Personal sick time, Professional development stipend, Wellness/fitness benefits, Healthy lunches provided daily, Commuter benefits
Tech stack
Excel