Senior Manager - Interior Designer

MAIA; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,400,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

MAIA is seeking an interior designer with a luxury focus to shape high-end spaces in Bengaluru. You will lead design concepts, mood boards, and detailing across residential and hospitality projects, ensuring alignment with project visions and brand standards.

The role demands a strong background in luxury interiors, a B.Arch degree with a design-forward mindset, and exceptional communication to collaborate with clients and vendors.

Qualifications

• Experience in luxury interior design (residential and hospitality).
• 10 years' experience with interior design studio.
• Architect (B.Arch. graduate) but inclined to interior design.

Responsibilities

• Develop design briefs, concepts based on the project vision.
• Translate design direction into mood boards, renders, and drawings with accuracy.
• Design spaces coordinating architectural layouts, furniture layouts, services, materiality with detailing.
• Assist in selection of materials, preparation of sample boards and finalization of materials based on budgets.
• Track, manage, and adhere to project schedules and deadlines effectively.
• Review/ selection of FF&E adequate to the design brief.
• Accessory selection and styling of interior spaces.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external consultants to close design with stakeholders.
• Incorporate branding into the design story/developments.

Skills

Interior design

Luxury interior design

Communication

Education

B.Arch. degree

Tools

SketchUp with rendering plug-in (Vray/Enscape)

Job description

At MAIA, we don’t just build real estate - we build trust, aspirations, and future-forward lifestyles. Established in 2016 by Mayank Ruia in partnership with the Manipal Group, MAIA Estates is redefining the real estate narrative in India through a distinctive blend of intelligent design, meticulous planning, and conscious development.

In under a decade, we’ve earned recognition from prestigious global institutions including the International Property Awards, Asia Pacific Property Awards, and Luxury Lifestyle Awards — but what drives us is deeper: a relentless pursuit of excellence, an unwavering commitment to transparency, and a belief that thoughtful design can meaningfully shape the way people live.

With a portfolio that reflects both innovation and integrity, MAIA has emerged as one of Bangalore’s most respected names in premium residential and commercial real estate. Every space we create is a testament to our core philosophy that true luxury is crafted with purpose, precision, and a deep sense of responsibility.

Our Founder and CEO, Mayank Ruia, brings over 20 years of global expertise in finance and real estate, with a track record that includes the planning and development of over 7.8 million square feet of residential real estate in Bengaluru and other cities, with marquee developments such as the 27 Summit, Pelican Grove, Kessaku, One Bangalore West, amongst others. His leadership, honed through tenures at Goldman Sachs, UBS, and Everstone Capital, is rooted in customer-centric thinking and operational excellence.

Joining MAIA means stepping into a culture that values bold ideas, meticulous execution, and long-term sustainable impact. We’re not here to follow trends, we’re here to set them. We’re not just building for today; we’re building for the future.

So, if you’re looking to be part of a company and where purpose, performance, and passion go hand in hand - MAIA is where your next chapter begins.

27 Summit – MAIA’s flagship residential development off Richmond Road, Central Bangalore ( https://27summit.com/ )

The Beacon – MAIA’s first commercial development on the banks of Nagavara Lake, North Bangalore

Casa Sia – MAIA’s entry into Chennai at Parathasarathy Garden, off Poes Garden, Central Chennai ( https://maiacasasia.com )

Pelican Gardens – MAIA’s next chapter on the banks of Jakkur Lake, North Bangalore (Pelican Gardens)

The Seven – MAIA’s foray into South Bangalore, nestled in historic Basavanagudi’s cultural core

• Accelerated career growth for top performers

YOUR IMPACT AREA

We are looking for an interior designer with creative talent, curiosity and passion for what we can achieve with design. You will have a unique and holistic opportunity to embrace the highest standard of design, execution and sustainability.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION

• Experience in luxury interior design (residential and hospitality)
• 10 years' experience with interior design studio
• Architect (B.Arch. graduate) but inclined to interior design

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Design:

• Develop design briefs, concepts based on the project vision
• Translate design direction into mood boards, renders, and drawings with accuracy
• Design spaces coordinating architectural layouts, furniture layouts, services, materiality with accurate detailing captured at the design stage
• Assist in selection of materials, preparation of sample boards and finalization of materials based available budgets
• Track, manage, and adhere to project schedules and deadlines effectively
• Review/ Selection of FF&E adequate to the design brief
• Accessory selection and styling of interior spaces

Coordination with Internal Team and External Consultants:

• Coordination with internal teams and external consultants to close design with all relevant stakeholders
• Incorporating branding effectively into the design story/ developments
• Resolve design issues and clashes promptly to ensure smooth progress of projects
• Ensure timely delivery of drawings to meet project milestones
• Ensure design intent is effectively communicated through adequate documentation to convey all requirements to stakeholders
• Ensure timely and accurate selection of material, done in line with budgets and coordination with our vendors. Identifying value engineering

PERSONALITY

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

SOFTWARE SKILLS

• SketchUp with rendering plug-in (Vray/Enscape)

MAIA is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and does not discriminate anyone on grounds of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. At MAIA, we’re committed to building a workforce that is more representative of the users we serve and creating a culture where everyone feels like they belong. Visit our website to learn more about our ethos and values.