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ICON is looking to add a Senior Architect / Senior Designer to the Design Build team. As part of a small, passionate, and accomplished team, you will design, evaluate, and deliver world-class high ...

Senior Marketing Specialist

Lakewood, CO

$80K - $99K/yr

Logo and icon design for tribal entities and department programs as requested. * Coordinates webpage updates and design changes. COMPETENCIES * Organization Skills * Technical Capacity EDUCATION AND ...

ICON is seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Structural Engineer to work at the intersection of structural design and testing, playing a key role in the validation and regulatory acceptance of ...

Senior Marketing Specialist

Lakewood, CO

$80K - $99K/yr

Logo and icon design for tribal entities and department programs as requested. * Coordinates webpage updates and design changes. COMPETENCIES * Organization Skills * Technical Capacity EDUCATION AND ...

Senior Software Engineer I, Frontend

Austin, TX · On-site

$121K - $160K/yr

ICON is looking for an open-minded, structured thinker who loves to solve complex problems and ... Design, develop, test, and deploy reusable web-based components and libraries for use throughout a ...

As a Mechanical Engineer at ICON, you will be in a hands-on development and technical design role impacting the creation and support of well-designed, maintainable mechanical systems. This is a ...

As a Principal Biostatistician at ICON, you will design and analyze clinical trials, interpreting complex medical data, and contribute to the advancement of innovative treatments and therapies. This ...

You will lead the design, implementation, and successful delivery of large-scale services that ... About the team The ICON team hosts Amazon websites and backend platform services that power the ...

You will lead the design, implementation, and successful delivery of large-scale services that ... About the team The ICON team hosts Amazon websites and backend platform services that power the ...

Manager, Mechanical Engineering

Austin, TX · On-site

$103K - $142K/yr

ICON is looking for a Manager of Mechanical Engineering to lead the mechanical engineering group in ... Drive innovative design directions while balancing risks to projects. * Establish and enforce ...

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How much do icon design jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for icon design in the United States is $27.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.88 and $31.73 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Icon Designer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Icon Designer, you need a strong grasp of graphic design principles, vector illustration, and user interface (UI) design, typically supported by a portfolio demonstrating your skills. Proficiency in design tools such as Adobe Illustrator, Figma, or Sketch is essential, and knowledge of design systems may be required. Creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret client briefs are crucial soft skills for delivering effective and original icon sets. These skills ensure that icons are visually appealing, functional, and consistent with brand identity, all of which are critical for user experience and communication.

How do icon designers typically collaborate with UI/UX teams during a project?

Icon designers often work closely with UI/UX teams to ensure that the visual language of icons aligns with the overall design system and enhances user experience. This collaboration usually involves participating in design reviews, sharing prototypes, and iterating on icon sets based on feedback from designers and product managers. Clear communication is key, as icon designers must balance aesthetics with functionality, making sure icons are intuitive and accessible for users. Tools like Figma or Sketch are commonly used for collaborative workflows, enabling seamless integration of icon assets within the broader interface.

What is icon design?

Icon design is the process of creating small, visually appealing symbols that represent actions, objects, or ideas in digital interfaces and applications. Icon designers use graphic design principles to convey meaning quickly and clearly, often working with software like Adobe Illustrator or Figma. Good icon design enhances usability and helps users navigate products more efficiently. Icons are used in apps, websites, operating systems, and many types of software to provide intuitive visual cues. Effective icon design balances simplicity, recognizability, and consistency within a larger visual system.

What is the difference between Icon Design vs Graphic Design?

AspectIcon DesignGraphic Design
Required SkillsVector illustration, UI/UX principles, iconographyTypography, layout, branding, visual communication
Work EnvironmentDigital platforms, app interfaces, websitesPrint, digital media, advertising
Common UsageApp icons, interface symbols, small-scale visualsPosters, brochures, branding materials

Icon Design focuses on creating simple, scalable symbols for digital interfaces, emphasizing clarity and functionality. Graphic Design covers a broader range of visual communication, including print and digital media, with more emphasis on aesthetics and branding. While both roles require creativity and design skills, Icon Design is specialized for UI elements, whereas Graphic Design encompasses diverse visual projects.

More about Icon Design jobs
Infographic showing various Icon Design job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,220 per year, or $28 per hour.
Senior Software Engineer I, Computational Geometry & BIM

Senior Software Engineer I, Computational Geometry & BIM

ICON

Austin, TX

$121K - $160K/yr

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Job description

ICON is looking for an experienced, open-minded, structured thinker who loves to solve complex problems and appreciates the value of prototyping and iterating applications over time. As a Senior Software Engineer II focusing on Computational Geometry & BIM at ICON, you will be responsible for developing and architecting the pre-print, computational geometry software platform for ICON's construction printing systems. This role is based on site at our Austin, TX HQ Campus and will report to our Director of Software Engineering.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Lead the design and implementation of new features and products to support our BuildOS design platform
  • Architect and develop cutting-edge geometric algorithms that unlock the potential of ICON 3D printing technology
  • Build and maintain internal tools to help visualize, instrument and debug the 3D printing process
  • Partner with Architects, Structural Engineers and Building Scientists to convert architectural plans to highly efficient and structurally sound path-planning algorithms
  • Work closely with R&D engineers to perfect print quality across ICON's lineup of devices and materials
  • Create robust software integrations with 3rd party CAD and CAM software
  • Design and develop BIM automation tooling to streamline architectural workflows and extract design intelligence from building models
  • Lead exploration and prototyping of AI-driven design approaches for generative design, design optimization, and intelligent automation of construction planning
  • Build systems that bridge architectural intent with manufacturing constraints through computational design
  • Drive technical standards and best practices for computational geometry systems


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 8+ years of professional experience as a software engineer with demonstrated technical leadership
  • BS in Computer Science or equivalent experience
  • Proven ability to work closely with a wide variety of stakeholders to rapidly analyze and reduce large requirements into small deliverables
  • Strong experience building platforms, micro-services, and APIs at scale
  • Track record of architecting complex systems and making sound technical decisions
  • A willingness to accept failure, learn and try again, and an open mind to try solutions that may seem impossible at first
  • Excellent ability to communicate clearly and succinctly both in-person and via written asynchronous channels
  • Experience mentoring other engineers and contributing to team growth

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Advanced degree in Computer Science
  • A passion for learning new disciplines and gaining a deep understanding of how other professionals do their work
  • Strong Node.js and TypeScript experience, with a functional programming approach
  • Deep mathematical background in geometry, linear algebra, numerical analysis and advanced 3D mathematics
  • Strong intuition for physical systems and principles of stability
  • Extensive experience with tools and services that leverage three-dimensional trigonometry to calculate and analyze shapes and tool paths
  • Hands-on experience with BIM platforms (Revit, Rhino, Grasshopper) and their APIs for automation
  • Familiarity with AI/ML frameworks and applications in design, generative modeling, or optimization problems
  • Experience in computational design, algorithmic architecture, or design automation
  • React, Redux, and RxJs experience
  • Proven experience interfacing with CAD and CAM software APIs
  • Experience with parametric modeling frameworks and computational design tools
  • Strong interest in the principles of parametric architecture
  • PostgreSQL, GraphQL experience
  • Modern CI/CD workflows: GitHub, Jenkins, Travis, etc.
  • Experience with geometric kernel libraries (CGAL, Open CASCADE, etc.)