Senior Architect

YD Design is a boutique design studio crafting thoughtful, human-centred architecture across the residential, commercial, and hospitality sectors. As we expand our presence with a new Bangalore office, were looking for a Senior Architect who can bring design excellence, technical clarity, and strong leadership to our growing team.

This is a role for someone who thrives in a collaborative studio environment, enjoys developing design ideas with purpose and precision, and wants to help shape both the work and the team behind it.

How to Apply:

Send your resume, portfolio (including BIM-related samples), and salary expectations to:

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Subject line format: SA1215 (Your Name)

What Youll Be Doing:

• Lead the design and development of architectural projects from concept through detailed design and IFC package delivery.
• Produce high-quality drawings, BIM models, and documentation using Revit and AutoCAD .
• Develop architectural concepts that balance creativity, functionality, and technical feasibility.
• Work on projects that include mid-rise and high-rise buildings (10 storeys and above) , ensuring compliance with building codes, structural coordination, and faade requirements.
• Develop material palettes, detailing strategies, and project specifications that reflect both creativity and practicality.
• Coordinate with consultants, engineers, contractors, and suppliers to ensure designs are fully integrated and optimized.
• Manage design iterations, design reviews, and project submissions across all stages.
• Ensure alignment with client expectations, design intent, and studio quality standards.
• Collaborate closely with the multidisciplinary team to deliver cohesive, well-resolved outcomes.
• Integrate sustainable and environmentally responsible principles into design solutions.
• Support value engineering exercises while maintaining design integrity.
• Oversee quality checks, drawing reviews, and adherence to internal processes.
• Work closely with the Design Director on major project decisions, presentations, and delivery strategies.
• Mentor junior architects and interns by providing design guidance, technical support, and structured feedback.
• Contribute to cultivating a positive, design-led studio culture in our new Bangalore office.

What Were Looking For:

• 8+ years of professional experience in architectural design, with strong exposure to residential, commercial, and hospitality projects.
• Proven experience designing and delivering tall buildings (10 storeys or higher) .
• Strong proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD for modeling, documentation, and detailed design.
• Bachelors degree in architecture or equivalent professional qualification.
• Ability to develop feature-driven architectural concepts and translate them into buildable solutions.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to delegate, coordinate, and guide project teams.
• Excellent communication skills - both verbal and visual.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to thrive in a studio that values creativity and rigor.
• Capacity to balance design quality with deadlines, constraints, and budgets.
• A passion for mentoring emerging designers and contributing to a positive team culture.

What Youll Get

• The opportunity to shape the culture and standards of a newly established Bangalore studio
• 22 days of paid annual leave
• Health insurance coverage
• A collaborative, design-driven environment with room to grow and influence
• Meaningful work across diverse project types
• A supportive team that values autonomy, curiosity, and high-quality work

Were excited to build our Bangalore team, and wed love for you to be part of it.