Senior Design Architect

Job Description A leading international architectural practice is looking for a Senior Design Architect to join its Dubai studio. The successful candidate will play a central role in leading innovative design concepts and creative architectural solutions for world-class commercial and mixed-use projects. Responsibilities: • Lead the design development of large-scale commercial, hospitality, and mixed-use projects from concept through detailed design stages • Develop creative and compelling architectural concepts that respond to client aspirations, site context, and functional requirements • Collaborate with design directors and project teams to translate design intent into cohesive architectural narratives • Guide and mentor junior designers in design thinking, creative problem-solving, and presentation techniques • Coordinate design packages with internal disciplines and external consultants to ensure design integrity throughout project delivery • Present design concepts and proposals to clients and stakeholders with clarity and confidence • Contribute to design competitions, RFPs, and marketing initiatives Requirements • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture or equivalent • Up to 8 years' post-qualification experience in design leadership for large-scale projects • Proven expertise in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop Revit and Rhino at an advanced level with strong conceptual design capabilities • Strong portfolio demonstrating creative design thinking and successful project delivery • Ability to lead and inspire design teams while maintaining design quality and innovation • Excellent visual communication, presentation, and storytelling skills • Experience with international design studios or award-winning practices is an advantage