Jose has a Bachelor of Design degree from OCAD University for Environmental Design and a Master of Architecture degree from University of Calgary. Since joining Diamond Schmitt Architects in 2014, Jose has worked on a range of projects such as, Buddy Holly Hall in Lubbock Texas, David Geffen Hall in New York, Ottawa Public Library and Library Archives Canada Joint Facility, York University Markham Campus, and Carleton University Residences.

His interest in exploring various design methodologies through visualization, computational design, and fabrication quickly made Jose an instrumental member in many projects - most notably on international competitions in joint venture with renowned firms such as, Heatherwick Studio on David Geffen Hall, MVRDV on Den Bosch Theater, and ALA on London Symphony Orchestra.