Senior Full-Stack Software Engineer – AEC Technology

RIOS is an international design collective. We bring an interdisciplinary approach to design, creating projects that promote wellness and spark joy, and prioritize ecological health and environmental resilience.

Our practice is a sincere expression of our belief that design is a dynamic exercise influenced by a collection of people representing diverse perspectives. With offices in six cities around the world, we take a hyperlocal approach to design that celebrates and promotes uniqueness of place and creates lasting positive impact.

RIOS projects are defined by connectedness between architecture and landscape, the built and natural environments, and through responsiveness to their context and attunement to culture. In every project, from cups to cities, we unite people through extraordinary places and experiences

Role Overview

We're seeking a Full-Stack Software Engineer with a solid technical background and passion for tackling complex challenges in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) space. You'll develop and maintain scalable, high-performance Business Intelligence applications and integrations connecting BIM, CAD, project management, CRM, and ERP systems.

As our inaugural full-stack hire, you'll collaborate with leadership and our design operations team to define best practices, evaluate new technologies and workflows, and build the foundation for a robust, future-ready tech stack. You should either have experience with our design software and workflows or be eager to learn them quickly.  This role is flexible/hybrid for candidates in the Los Angles, Austin, or Boulder areas. Candidates outside of those locations will be considered for a remote position where occasional visits to offices throughout the year are expected.  

Core Responsibilities

• Architect and implement full-stack solutions using modern frameworks and cloud-native technologies.
• Develop solutions that interface with AEC platform APIs (e.g., Autodesk Platform Services, Revit API, Rhinoceros 3d, Autodesk Construction Cloud).
• Create APIs for internal resource and tooling expansion.
• Develop integrations and applications for IT Platforms (e.g., Azure, Microsoft Graph, Entra)
• Build interactive front-end components for project dashboards, data analytics and 2D/3D model visualization.
• Develop custom integrations with ERP and CRM systems, including Deltek Vantagepoint and Microsoft Dynamics 365, to enhance project management, financial reporting, and client relationship workflows.
• Design and optimize relational and NoSQL databases for performance and scalability.
• Write unit, integration, and end-to-end tests to ensure code quality, system, and security reliability.
• Collaborate with Design Operations team and AEC domain experts to deliver maintainable solutions.

Technical Stack

You will be responsible for shaping the tech stack at RIOS. Experience with these technologies would be valuable, with bolded items representing existing infrastructure where experience is sought. We don't expect you to know everything, we're looking for your motivation to learn and we'll support your skill development.

Front-End:

                o React.js, Next.js, Vue, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS

Back-End:

                 o Node.js, Python (FastAPI, Django), .NET Core

                 o RESTful APIs, GraphQL, WebSockets

Databases:

                 o SQL knowledge and database design

                 o PostgreSQL, SQLite, MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server

DevOps & Cloud:

                 o Docker, Kubernetes, GitHub CI/CD Pipelines

                 o AWS (Lambda, ECS, S3), Azure (App Services, Functions,

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master in Computer Science, Software Engineering, a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 8+ years of experience in full-stack development with a strong portfolio of technical projects.
• Proven experience building solutions and applications from ground zero.
• Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and system scalability.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for this cross-functional role.

Bonus Skills

• Experience working with geospatial data
• Familiarity with AEC digital workflows and BIM
• Knowledge of AEC construction lifecycle management and scheduling tools.
• Contributions to open-source AEC or visualization libraries.
• Experience with open-source generative AI tools such as Stable Diffusion, SwarmUI, or Flux.

Disclaimer:  We have recently become aware of unauthorized individuals posing as RIOS representatives and circulating fraudulent interview invitations and job offers through Discord and other platforms. Please note, all official communications will come from our verified LinkedIn page or an @rios.com email address domain.  If you've received suspicious communications or have questions about joining our collaborative studio, please contact hr@rios.com.