Senior AV/IT Systems Designer

Prospero Integrated; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist provider of luxury AV and IT solutions is seeking an experienced Senior AV/IT Systems Designer to join their London-based team. In this role, you will design complex audio-visual and IT systems for luxury homes and superyachts. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise, a background in luxury AV, and experience with control systems. You will also manage projects from design to installation. This position requires excellent communication skills and attention to detail, as you will collaborate with various stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior AV and/or IT systems design role.
• Strong background in luxury residential AV; superyacht experience is highly desirable.
• Expert knowledge of AV signal flow, control systems, home cinema design, and distributed audio/video.

Responsibilities

• Design high-end AV, IT, cinema, and control systems for luxury homes and superyachts.
• Produce detailed system schematics, rack layouts, network designs, and technical documentation.
• Lead projects from concept design through to construction and handover.

Skills

Senior AV and/or IT systems design

Luxury residential AV

AV signal flow expertise

IT/networking principles

Control systems experience

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Tools

AutoCAD

Visio

D-Tools

Job description

Overview

About the Company: We are working with a specialist provider of high-end Audio Visual and IT solutions, delivering bespoke home cinema, whole-home AV, and fully integrated technology systems for luxury residences and superyachts worldwide.

Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Senior AV/IT Systems Designer to join the London-based design team.

The Role

As a Senior AV/IT Systems Designer, you will take ownership of the technical design of complex AV and IT systems for prestigious residential and superyacht projects. You will work closely with clients, project managers, installers, naval architects, interior designers, and shipyards to deliver robust, intuitive, and future-proof solutions.

This is a senior, hands-on design role requiring strong technical expertise, excellent documentation skills, and a deep understanding of luxury client expectations.

Responsibilities

• Design high-end AV, IT, cinema, and control systems for luxury homes and superyachts
• Produce detailed system schematics, rack layouts, network designs, and technical documentation
• Lead projects from concept design through to construction and handover
• Specify equipment from premium manufacturers, ensuring performance, reliability, and aesthetic integration
• Work closely with project management and installation teams to ensure designs are delivered accurately
• Attend client meetings, design reviews, and coordination meetings with architects, designers, and shipyards
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior designers
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards, best practice, and marine requirements where applicable

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in a senior AV and/or IT systems design role
• Strong background in luxury residential AV; superyacht experience is highly desirable
• Expert knowledge of AV signal flow, control systems, home cinema design, and distributed audio/video
• Strong understanding of IT/networking principles (VLANs, Wi-Fi, switching, cybersecurity fundamentals)
• Experience with control systems such as Crestron, AMX, or Control4
• Familiarity with premium brands
• Proficient in design and documentation tools (AutoCAD, Visio, D-Tools, or similar)
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Detail-oriented, organised, and comfortable managing multiple complex projects