Sola Impact
Transforming communities with sustainable real estate investments and innovative urban solutions.
1 days ago
$180,000 - $250,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Los Angeles, California, United States
Onsite
Company Size
55 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
partner liaison
scope definition
ai opportunities
ui mockups
risk mitigation
release management
Key responsibilities include serving as the primary liaison with development partners, defining project scope and deliverables, and collaborating with senior management and internal teams to document and manage requirements. The manager leads planning, execution, and delivery of software projects, identifies AI opportunities, creates user journeys, provides UI/UX mockups, mitigates technical risks, implements contingency plans, oversees release schedules, tracks project finances, and ensures compliance with security policies and regulatory standards.
Requirements
software architecture
ui/ux
coding standards
release management
leadership
bachelor's degree
Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related field (Master’s preferred) and have at least three years of product management experience focused on software architecture, UI/UX, and coding standards. Experience managing software development teams or external partners, a strong technical background, and excellent communication, leadership, and problem‑solving skills are required. UI/UX design experience is considered a plus.
- Strong understanding of software architecture, UI/UX design principles, and coding standards.
- Excellent communication skills to coordinate internal stakeholders and external development teams.
- Skilled in managing software release schedules for timely feature delivery.
- Proficient in conducting code and quality reviews to ensure technical standards.
- Ability to identify technical risks early and troubleshoot complex issues.
- Knowledge of internal security policies, industry standards, and regulatory compliance.
- Capability to propose and implement technical improvements for performance and UX.
- Potential to lead and manage an internal software team, fostering innovation.
- Eye for design and creating intuitive user experiences.
Benefits
Model/Z offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid vacation, medical, dental, vision, life and pet insurance, sick leave, ten paid holidays, and bereavement days. The company promotes a family‑friendly, collaborative culture that values quality, integrity, trust, and accountability, and seeks local candidates as relocation assistance is not provided.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
Overview
- Founded with a mission to revitalize and strengthen underserved communities through sustainable real estate.
- Specializing in the development of mixed-use properties, focusing on energy-efficient and solar-powered buildings.
- Has a proven track record of transforming vacant lots and underdeveloped areas into vibrant spaces.
- Partners with local governments and organizations to drive long-term urban regeneration.
- Combines real estate expertise with a passion for innovation and sustainability.
- Portfolio includes residential, commercial, and community-focused spaces designed to improve the local environment and economy.
- Emphasizes energy efficiency, particularly solar energy solutions in building designs and renovations.
- Committed to creating spaces that are both environmentally responsible and economically viable.
- Notable for attracting financing for large-scale projects while maintaining a focus on positive community impact.
Culture + Values
88%
Ownership and autonomy
Employees feel entrusted with significant responsibility and decision-making power.
88%
Pride in impact
Employees are proud of the company’s positive contributions to the community.
88%
Community-focused
The company's commitment to giving back resonates strongly with its employees.
88%
Welcoming environment
New employees feel quickly integrated into the company.
- Caring colleagues – 87% report that people genuinely care about each other.
- High-energy, fun, collaborative workplace – employees describe camaraderie, staff events, and a social yet productive office culture.
- Supportive leadership – management is described as extremely supportive of new ideas, teamwork, quality, integrity, trust, and accountability.
Environment + Sustainability
2035
Net-Zero Target Year
Achieving net-zero embodied carbon by 2035 through modular construction and material efficiency.
35%
Material Waste Reduction
Modular construction reduces material waste and embodied carbon by 35%.
35%
Carbon Efficiency in Construction
The 43rd & Vermont project achieved 35% less embodied carbon during construction.
4,500 units
Energy-Efficient Housing
Ownership of 2,500 units with another 2,000 in development, all designed to meet energy-efficient standards.
- All Model/Z units are fully electric, equipped with ENERGY STAR appliances and water-efficient fixtures.
- Partnership with Zenerate uses AI and data analytics to design housing that is 'an order-of-magnitude more energy efficient than aging housing stock'
Inclusion & Diversity
Founded in 2014
Year of establishment
Committed to high-quality affordable housing in historically underserved communities.
65.4% Hispanic
Majority demographic served
The majority of residents in the served census tract identify as Hispanic.
80% Affordable Units
Affordability covenant
The majority of housing units are reserved for low-income households.
- Pipeline and portfolio: Provide wrap-around services aimed at economic empowerment (financial education, job placement) through SoLa Foundation.
- Leadership/demographics: Minority-owned and operated, led by founder Martin Muoto.
- Belonging strategy: intentionally serve residents from the surrounding neighborhood, prioritizing those with lived experience of homelessness.