As a Design Systems Analyst at Foster + Partners, you will help develop and implement advanced digital methodologies that support the modelling, simulation and analysis of complex architectural projects. You’ll work closely with project teams across all stages of design and construction, driving innovation in computational design, geometry control and digital fabrication workflows while contributing to a research-driven, technology focused environment.
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Develop advanced methodologies for geometry control, modelling and digital workflows.
- Collaborate with project teams across design, documentation, fabrication and construction stages.
- Research and test new modelling techniques, tools and digital technologies.
- Promote innovative digital methods and support their adoption within project teams.
- Work at the intersection of design, technology and computation in a highly specialised environment.
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Expertise in areas such as computational design, advanced geometric modelling, BIM, visualisation or digital fabrication.
- Strong knowledge of CAD, CAE, CAM, BIM workflows, digital fabrication technologies and 3D project workflows
- Proficiency in tools such as MicroStation, Rhino, Revit, Dynamo, Grasshopper, Generative Components or CATIA.
- Diploma or degree in a relevant discipline.
- Programming skills in languages such as Python, C#, Java, JavaScript, Processing or VBA.
- Understanding of geometry-driven design workflows and their impact on construction.
- Desirable: experience with OpenGL, HTML, CSS, JavaScript or WebGL.
We offer a benefits package designed to help you thrive professionally and personally. This includes: private medical insurance for you and your family; life assurance; personal travel insurance; access to a range of wellbeing support, comprising virtual GP services, mental health support and lifestyle coaching; as well as discount programmes for various retailers. On our London campus, we have subsidised catering facilities, and host regular social events, and sports activities, for everyone to enjoy.
To support you in building a meaningful career, the practice offers opportunities to develop both your technical and non-technical skills through continuous learning, professional development support, and knowledge sharing and insights from experienced colleagues.
If our designs spark your curiosity and you would like to contribute to solving complex challenges with local and global impact, we invite you to join our team. You’ll be challenged and inspired, collaborating on extraordinary projects in an environment designed to cultivate excellence.
We believe in the power of design to enhance everyday life. Through a culture of purposeful curiosity, our work defines the way tomorrow’s built environments look, feel and function. Founded in 1967 by Norman Foster, what began as a small team is now a global practice with an outstanding design legacy, creating innovative and thoughtful solutions that shape skylines and landscapes around the world.
Whether designing an entire city or a bespoke door handle, we approach every project with ambition and dedicated creativity - and we seek exceptional people to enrich our practice. If you enjoy solving complex challenges and creating industry-defining designs and solutions, we invite you to join our team.
The practice is committed to supporting diversity and inclusivity and strives to create a working environment that is responsive to different cultures. We value the contributions of our diverse and creative team and are proud to offer equal opportunities for all.
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