Basel
Senior Design Architect 80-100%
- 02 June 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position
- Basel
Job summary
Itten+Brechbühl AG is a leading Swiss architecture firm with over 100 years of experience. Join us in Basel for exciting projects!
Tasks
- Develop high-quality designs for architecture competitions and projects.
- Collaborate closely with teams from conception to execution.
- Present and advocate for design ideas with clarity and confidence.
Skills
- Degree in architecture with extensive design experience in Switzerland.
- Strong conceptual and design skills with high responsibility.
- Proficiency in design tools and fluent in German (C1-C2).
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About the job
Itten+Brechbühl AG (IB) is a leading Swiss architecture and general planning company with over 100 years of experience in designing and implementing complex construction projects of various sizes. We employ around 400 staff across seven locations throughout Switzerland.
For our diverse and demanding projects at the Basel location, we are looking for an experienced and passionate individual as
Senior Design Architect 80-100%
Job Description:
In this role, you will develop high-quality designs for architectural competitions and projects in close collaboration with internal and external teams, accompanying them from conception through to further development. You actively contribute your design expertise in discussions, convincingly represent your design ideas, and take responsibility for complex project content. You have the ability to independently structure demanding design processes, further develop them in close exchange with the Head of Design, and drive them forward with strong commitment. You impress through conceptual strength, clear communication, decisiveness, and the ambition to combine excellent architecture with precise processes.
What we expect from you:
Completed architecture studies with several years of professional experience in the design field in Switzerland
High creative and conceptual perception
Experience in developing and managing competitions, studies, test planning, and early project phases
Ability to translate complex tasks, programmes, and framework conditions into clear, viable, and convincing design concepts
Confident demeanour and the ability to present, represent, and further develop design ideas convincingly both internally and externally
High personal responsibility, decisiveness, and willingness to independently drive demanding architectural projects forward
Confident handling of clients, specialist planners, experts, and authorities in project development
Awareness of sustainability, cost-effectiveness, and constructive feasibility of architectural concepts with knowledge of applicable standards
Very good knowledge of common design, representation, and presentation tools
German language skills at C1-C2 level; additional knowledge of national languages and English is an advantage
What you can expect from us:
Approximately 60 team colleagues at the Basel location
Creative and open working atmosphere
Exciting and high-quality projects in the architectural environment
High degree of creative freedom
Familiar and dynamic team
Central workplace and a nationwide network spread over 7 locations
Flat hierarchies, numerous events, and interesting training opportunities
Shape your future with us and become part of the IB family!
