S9ARCHITECTURE · 12 hours ago
Senior Designer
S9 Architecture is a design practice that emphasizes modern contextualism and engages with its cultural and environmental surroundings. They are seeking a Senior Designer to lead design exploration across various project types, mentor junior designers, and ensure design intent is maintained throughout development.
Architecture
Responsibilities
Lead design exploration across multiple scales and project types, including massing, urban response, spatial organization, design narrative, and architectural detail
Guide multiple projects alongside junior designers, in close collaboration with Design Principals and technical teams
Participate in and lead client design presentations and consultant coordination meetings
Ensure design intent is thoughtfully carried through design development and documentation
Mentor and support junior designers through critique, guidance, and example
Actively participate in studio pin-ups, reviews, and ongoing design dialogue
Contribute to a studio culture that values design excellence, clear communication, and realistic project planning
Qualification
Required
6–10+ years of experience in design-forward architecture studios; NYC experience preferred
Experience in design-oriented offices with a strong culture of critique, collaboration, and craft
Demonstrated ability to develop strong architectural concepts and carry them through multiple project phases
Strong understanding of urban context, zoning, massing, spatial sequencing, and architectural systems
Clear verbal, graphic, and visual communication skills
Comfort working within regulatory, structural, and programmatic constraints as part of a collaborative process
Interest in mentorship, collaboration, and long-term growth within a studio environment
Benefits
Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits
401(k) with employer match
Licensure support and continuing education
A collaborative, in-studio culture with direct access to leadership and meaningful design dialogue
A studio environment that values design rigor alongside sustainable work practices
Opportunities for meaningful design responsibility and professional growth
Company
S9ARCHITECTURE
S9 Architecture is a team of 60 designers dedicated to giving form to our client’s pragmatic needs, with a unique design approach rooted in “modern contextualism” and inspired by urban narratives.
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