Job Description
Company Description We believe that now is the time to reevaluate the tools and methods we use to measure the impact of spaces where we live, work, and play. Building sustainably at a global scale requires better technology and processes for the people involved. We're attacking this at the coreOuter Labs provides modern human-centric apps for stakeholders who can directly influence the way real estate, architecture, and construction decisions are made.
Some questions we find ourselves asking: How can technology help an Architect explore thousands of ideas in the time it currently takes to explore one? How can software optimize the quality of space for usability while reducing the cost and resources required to build? How do we encourage adoption of reusable solutions that can be manufactured more sustainably and efficiently?
Answers to these questions require deep expertise in design and engineering that comes from every level of our company. This is why we've invested deeply in building a culture that empowers its employees to do great work and directly shape the future of its products. We want smart, creative, and intentional individuals to be part of our core team. Are you in?
Job Description Outer Labs is a pioneering tech company driven by a commitment to revolutionize the way housing developers conceive, plan, and execute residential projects. As we embark on this mission, we are seeking a seasoned residential developer to join us as a consultant.
We are looking for an experienced professional to provide invaluable insights and guidance as we develop software solutions tailored to meet the needs of developers like yourself. The Outer Labs team is a thoughtful mix of AEC technologists with backgrounds in architecture, computational design, software development, and more.
Responsibilities You will work closely with the Product and Growth teams to bring an unfiltered perspective to the day-in-the-life of a residential developer.
- Help paint a realistic picture of the day-to-day challenges, preferences, and goals of a housing developer. Assist in identifying current tools and methods being used today.
- Advise on forums, events, and communities through which we can build relationships in the space.
- Collaborate with our product development team to answer questions, inform feature requirements, user workflows, and user interface design considerations.
- Offer honest and constructive feedback on mockups, deliverables, demos, messaging, and strategy based on your own experience.
- Connect our team to colleagues in the industry for broader validation and product interest discussions.
Qualifications We value outcome-oriented problem-solving, open-mindedness, and passion for rallying team members around a data-driven source of truth - this could mean industry data or anecdotal evidence with concrete examples from your seasoned experience.
- 7+ years of experience as a residential developer, preferably in urban infill and/or medium-density housing.
- Deep understanding and experience working across the U.S. residential development lifecycle, from site identification through to completion/sale.
- An openness to transparently share a 'day in the life' with examples where possible.
- Passion for innovation and a desire to contribute to the advancement of the residential housing development industry.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Located in U.S. (Remote)
- Ability to dedicate ~10 hours per week.
Please provide a brief overview of your experience in residential developer space and how your qualifications align with our outlined responsibilities and qualifications.
Additional Information Outer Labs provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Additionally, we remain dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work environment. If you're excited about this role, but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyways - you may be the right candidate for this or other roles!
Compensation will be provided on an hourly or project basis, commensurate with experience.
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