Interior Designer III

Base Salary: $105,000–$120,000

The Opportunity: BA Design is seeking an experienced Interior Designer III to join its Seattle team and support a growing portfolio of large-scale workplace projects. This is an opportunity for a versatile designer who wants meaningful ownership throughout the design process—from programming and space planning through concept development, documentation, FF&E, coordination, and construction administration. The Seattle team works on sophisticated workplace environments that may include corporate offices, collaboration and training spaces, cafés, amenity areas, executive spaces, and hospitality-inspired environments. The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys leading design while remaining hands-on in the work, collaborating closely with clients and multidisciplinary project teams, and helping mentor less-experienced designers. Why BA Design? BA Design combines the resources and stability of a national architecture and interior design firm with the nimble, collaborative feel of a smaller Seattle studio. This role offers the opportunity to: Work on significant, large-scale workplace projects Take meaningful ownership across multiple phases of design Collaborate directly with clients, architects, consultants, and project teams Mentor and support developing designers Build stronger project and client leadership skills Help shape the continued growth of the Seattle interiors practice Grow toward design leadership, client leadership, or business development

What You'll Do: Lead and contribute to programming, workplace strategy, space planning, and conceptual design Develop design solutions that align with client goals, project scope, schedule, and budget Create presentations, renderings, material palettes, finish selections, and FF&E concepts Translate design concepts into coordinated Revit documentation Coordinate with architects, consultants, contractors, vendors, and other project partners Participate in client meetings, presentations, and user-group discussions Research and specify materials, finishes, furniture, fixtures, and interior products Review drawings and project documentation for quality, coordination, and design intent Support projects through construction administration Mentor and collaborate with junior and mid-level designers

What You'll Bring: Approximately 7+ years of professional interior design experienceNCIDQ certification is required. Meaningful experience with workplace or corporate interiors Experience working across multiple project phases, ideally from early design through construction administration Strong space planning and programming capabilities Advanced proficiency in Revit Experience developing design documentation and coordinating complex interior projects Strong knowledge of materials, finishes, FF&E, and interior detailing Client-facing experienceA portfolio demonstrating strong design thinking and relevant project experience Ability to balance design leadership with hands-on execution Strong communication, organization, collaboration, and problem-solving skillsA self-directed approach and willingness to take initiative Hospitality projects involving lounges, amenity areas, cafés, and similar environments Other large-scale commercial interiors requiring sophisticated space planning and coordination

Base Salary: $105,000–$120,000, depending on experience with bonus. BA Design offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life, short-term and long-term disability insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer match; and paid vacation, sick, holiday, and volunteer time. The firm also supports continued professional development, mentorship, and long-term career growth. About BA DesignBA Design is an architecture and interior design firm with offices across the United States. Its integrated teams bring together architecture, interior design, research, sustainability, and other disciplines to create thoughtful, human-centered environments. At the heart of BA Design's culture is a simple philosophy: Do good work. Enjoy the journey. Learn more at: https://ba-design.com/