Building Systems Subject Research Expert

About Us

Zuru Tech is digitalizing the construction process of buildings all around the world. We have a multi-national team developing the world’s first digital building fabrication platform, you design, we build it!

We at ZURU develop the Zuru Home app, a BIM software meant for the general public, architects, and engineers, from here anyone can buy, design, and send to manufacturing any type of building with complete design freedom. Welcome to the future!

Job Summery:

We are seeking a highly competent, multidisciplinary Building Systems Subject Research Expert who unites deep architectural-standards knowledge with rigorous, system-level code expertise. Acting as the organisation’s central resource for worldwide building regulations, you will research, interpret, and operationalise codes and standards across all building disciplines—architecture, passive fire, weather-tightness, safety equipment, and full building envelopes. Embedded in fast-paced product-development teams, you will contribute to the compliance strategy that carries cutting edge products from concept through third-party testing, certification, and market launch.

What are you Going to do?

• Monitor and analyse international codes and standards (NZBC, NCC, ICC, ASTM, ISO, EN) covering architectural, building envelope, fire-safety, and services domains.
• Build and maintain a version-controlled, company-wide database of codes, compliance pathways, accepted solutions, and verification methods.
• Identify compliance gaps early in the design life-cycle; recommend pragmatic, standards-compliant solutions or alternative verification routes.
• Work with product owners, designers, engineers, and regulatory experts to deliver real-time, binding compliance guidance.
• Take end-to-end ownership of assigned projects, ensuring deliverables meet quality, schedule, and regulatory milestones.
• Prepare concise, data-driven technical reports while using your extensive expertise to actively support product design teams.

What are we Looking for?

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Building Science, Civil/Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Extensive experience in building-systems performance, code interpretation, and standards research.
• Demonstrated expertise in the following: building envelope, passive fire, weather tightness, product testing/certification.
• Deep working knowledge of NZBC, NCC, ICC, IBC, ASTM, ISO, and related international standards.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and technical-writing skills; able to distil complex regulations into actionable guidance.
• Excellent English communication and presentation skills; ability to collaborate within cross-functional, fast-paced teams and to work independently when required.
• Familiarity with BIM authoring/review tools (e.g., Revit, Navisworks) and regulatory databases is an advantage.

What do we Offer?

• Competitive compensation
• 5 Working Days with Flexible Working Hours
• Medical Insurance for self & family
• Training & skill development programs
• Work with the Global team, Make the most of the diverse knowledge

A lot more! Come and discover us!