Architectural Designer Jobs

Explore Architectural Designer jobs for experienced professionals seeking challenging design work and competitive compensation. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including roles where architectural designers help shape buildings and spaces from early concepts through design development and delivery.

What Architectural Designers Do

Architectural designers translate client needs, site conditions, and project requirements into clear, practical design solutions. Depending on the role, they may develop concepts, prepare drawings and 3D models, coordinate with engineers and consultants, support permitting, and help ensure designs meet building codes, accessibility standards, budgets, and schedules.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek design judgment, proficiency with tools such as Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, or BIM platforms, and the ability to communicate ideas through drawings, models, and presentations. Project coordination, knowledge of construction methods and codes, and experience working with clients and multidisciplinary teams can also be valuable. Requirements vary by employer and position; some roles may require a professional architecture degree, licensure, or a specific level of project experience.

Career Opportunities

Architectural designers work across sectors such as commercial, residential, healthcare, education, hospitality, and civic design. Opportunities may focus on conceptual design, technical documentation, sustainable design, project coordination, or specialized building types. Seniority, location, project scope, and employer needs influence compensation, so review each listing for current requirements and pay details.

Find Architectural Designer Jobs on Ladders

Browse vetted Architectural Designer openings on Ladders and filter opportunities by location, experience, and other preferences. Discover professional roles paying $100,000 or more and take the next step toward work that fits your skills and career ambitions.

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$134K - $201K *

Empower a dynamic team to enhance tooling reliability and support for customer operations. Lead technical specialists in delivering seamless solutions, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring oper...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $205K *

Shape the future of AI by designing intuitive tools that empower users to create and manage automated workflows, bridging the gap between technology and user experience in contact centers...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$103K - $154K *

Unlock your potential as a vital member of a client-focused team, leveraging your expertise to drive successful pre-sales engagements, solutions delivery, and client management in the dynamic utility...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$103K - $154K *

Innovate and lead technical solutions for utility challenges, driving strategic growth through effective pre-sales engagement and deep collaboration with clients and internal teams to deliver tailored...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Develop and lead VDC processes and best practices, managing resources across projects. Collaborate with teams to enhance virtual building culture and ensure effective execution throughout the project...

St. Louis, MORemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$104K - $173K *

Lead the charge in spacecraft structural analysis. Collaborate with engineers to ensure design integrity through advanced simulations, testing, and documentation in a fast-paced environment focused on...

Mountain View, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $160K *

Elevate quality assurance by designing robust testing strategies, creating automation frameworks, and integrating quality at every stage of software development. Lead teams to ensure top-tier software...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $180K *

Transform healthcare solutions by leading the design and development of scalable, high-performance systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor junior engineers to drive innovation and...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Partner with us to design and implement secure, scalable network solutions. Leverage your expertise in networking technologies to enhance performance and reliability while collaborating with cross-fun...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $110K *

Join our Product Design team to shape innovative digital experiences for millions. Lead end-to-end design processes, collaborate cross-functionally, and leverage emerging technologies to enhance membe...

Chicago, ILRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving business development across a diverse portfolio, managing accounts, generating leads, and closing sales. You'll engage with clients to deliver customized solutions while ach...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$121K - $167K *

Lead the evolution of real estate applications by designing and implementing innovative technology solutions, enhancing system reliability, and driving proactive support across Yardi platforms and int...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $110K *

Shape user experiences by designing intuitive interfaces for a cutting-edge security platform. Collaborate with engineers to create impactful visual workflows, leveraging modern technologies to enhanc...

Devault, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$175K - $190K *

Unlock your potential as you design and implement secure Azure cloud solutions, guiding teams through infrastructure-as-code and DevOps practices while ensuring compliance and cost-efficiency across t...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$160K - $200K *

Lead strategic business growth in the USA, focusing on market entry, key relationships, and executive negotiations. Build and manage a high-performance team while driving revenue and enhancing overall...

Ohio, USRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $140K *

Help us drive growth by identifying and qualifying new business opportunities, building strong client relationships, and managing existing accounts to ensure successful project delivery and ongoing en...

Toronto, ONRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to architect and implement a next-gen Design System, ensuring consistent, accessible experiences across products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive technical alignme...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$171K - $300K *

Lead the charge in scaling AI adoption through strategic engineering, tackling complex deployments, and mentoring talent. Shape the future of the GAIL program by enhancing tooling, standards, and cust...

San Diego, CARemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $194K *

Empower our Solutions Architects by enhancing operational tools and workflows. Drive efficiency and effectiveness in customer engagement processes, ensuring data quality and reporting standards are me...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Shape the future of electrical power systems by designing innovative substation layouts and construction packages. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with industry standards...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Champion the management and execution of complex e-discovery projects, collaborating with legal teams to ensure successful outcomes. Oversee multiple projects while mentoring a team, maintaining quali...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of Linux development by enhancing a Debian-based distribution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable platform capabilities for mission-criti...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Join a forward-thinking team to define and execute design strategy for AI-driven risk management tools, guiding designers and partners to deliver exceptional user experiences that prioritize risk unde...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$117K - $160K *

Lead the charge in underwriting E&S commercial property and casualty accounts. Manage risk assessments, develop competitive quotes, and collaborate with carriers to optimize profitability while achiev...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $90K *

Transform product experiences by bridging design and development, ensuring seamless user interactions. Collaborate with teams to enhance design quality and consistency, making a meaningful impact in a...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an architectural designer do?question toggle

    An architectural designer develops and communicates building or space design ideas, creates drawings and models, and may coordinate with clients, engineers, contractors, and other project partners. Responsibilities depend on the employer and project.

  • What qualifications are needed for an architectural designer job?question toggle

    Qualifications vary. Employers may look for a relevant design or architecture degree, a portfolio, proficiency with CAD or BIM software, and experience with building codes and project coordination. Some positions require licensure or specific credentials.

  • Which software skills are useful for architectural designers?question toggle

    Commonly requested tools include Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, and other BIM, modeling, drafting, or visualization software. Check individual job descriptions because software requirements differ by role.

  • Do architectural designer jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Some experienced architectural designer positions offer salaries of $100,000 or more. Pay varies based on location, experience, specialization, employer, and the responsibilities of the role. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs at this salary level.

  • Where can architectural designers find job opportunities?question toggle

    Architectural designers can explore openings across commercial, residential, healthcare, education, hospitality, and civic projects. Ladders lists vetted professional opportunities and lets candidates review roles by location and other preferences.