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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$90K - $110K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role in configuration management, ensuring system stability and compliance. Collaborate across teams to track changes, maintain documentation, and support deployments i...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $240K *

Drive strategic growth initiatives for Navy & Marine Corps, leading business development efforts and fostering partnerships to enhance tactical networking solutions across diverse operational domains...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive the design and implementation of electrical systems for large-scale data centers. Collaborate with global teams to ensure compliance with industry standards while managing high-profile projects...

Dallas, TXRemote

Today

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

$80K - $95K *

Support the design of electrical systems for mission-critical facilities, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on high-profile projects. Leverage your expertise in electrical engineering to enha...

Phoenix, AZRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Engineer cutting-edge electrical systems for large-scale data centers. Collaborate globally on high-profile projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards while driving innovation in design and...

Chicago, ILRemote

Today

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

$100K - $120K *

Empower innovation in electrical engineering by designing cutting-edge systems for hyperscale data centers. Collaborate globally on high-impact projects while ensuring compliance with industry standar...

Arlington, VARemote

Today

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

$80K - $95K *

Innovate in electrical engineering by designing systems for mission-critical facilities. Collaborate globally on high-profile data center projects, enhancing your skills in a dynamic, client-facing ro...

Atlanta, TXRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by designing cutting-edge electrical systems for hyperscale data centers. Collaborate globally on high-profile projects while ensuring compliance with industry standards and advanc...

Atlanta, GARemote

Today

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

$95K - $115K *

Shape your career by designing cutting-edge electrical systems for hyperscale data centers. Collaborate globally on high-profile projects while ensuring compliance with industry standards and advancin...

Los Angeles, CARemote

Today

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

$80K - $95K *

Seeking an Electrical Engineer with 2+ years in building electrical design, focusing on mission critical and data center facilities. Collaborate globally on high-profile projects while developing expe...

Los Angeles, CARemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Design and implement electrical systems for large-scale data centers. Collaborate with global teams to ensure compliance with industry standards while delivering innovative solutions for high-profile...

Arlington, VARemote

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Make your mark at a leading firm by designing electrical systems for mission-critical facilities. Collaborate globally on high-profile projects while developing your expertise in data center electrica...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Develop innovative electrical designs for mission-critical facilities, collaborating with global teams on high-profile projects. This hands-on role offers growth opportunities and the flexibility of r...

Los Angeles, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$70K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to resolving complex product issues through advanced analysis and collaboration. You'll mentor junior analysts, drive defect resolution, and enhance our knowledge base whi...

Richardson, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$84K - $87K *

Unlock potential by leveraging engineering expertise to analyze, design, and deliver innovative solutions for diverse civil projects, collaborating across disciplines to meet client needs and regulato...

Illinois, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$84K - $87K *

Launch your engineering career by contributing to innovative civil projects, utilizing advanced software, and collaborating across disciplines to shape the future built environment while adhering to r...

Illinois, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Transform airport infrastructure by leading design projects, preparing engineering reports, and collaborating on innovative solutions in a dynamic aviation environment. Drive your career forward with...

Dallas, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$190K - $200K *

Lead the charge in electrical engineering excellence across multiple campuses, ensuring robust design, validation, and energization of critical infrastructure while integrating onsite generation solut...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $160K *

Partner with us to shape the quality strategy for a leading exam development platform. Leverage your expertise to guide multiple Agile teams, enhance automation practices, and ensure high standards ac...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at a global scale by driving growth and strategic direction for major technology clients. Lead multi-disciplinary teams, enhance client relationships, and deliver innovative soluti...

Seattle, WARemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$134K - $241K *

Engage in the safe and efficient management of large-scale construction projects. Oversee field activities, ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards, and coordinate resources to achie...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $141K *

Transform your expertise into impactful solutions by leading demand forecasting and planning initiatives. Collaborate across teams to optimize supply chain operations and enhance customer satisfaction...

New Hampshire, USRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Elevate product design by leading innovative initiatives, guiding cross-functional teams, and shaping user experiences from concept to delivery. Drive design excellence and foster a culture of feedbac...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K - $124K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of CI/CD pipelines, enhancing software delivery and operational stability for enterprise applications while collaborating with cross-functiona...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Elevate data architecture by leading design and governance for a critical modernization program, ensuring secure, scalable solutions in AWS GovCloud while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to ma...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.