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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$80K - $95K *

Elevate project outcomes by leading VDC initiatives, driving innovation, and enhancing collaboration across teams. Utilize advanced modeling techniques to optimize workflows and mentor team members fo...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$72K - $90K *

Support the preconstruction team by coordinating project deliverables, ensuring profitability and schedule goals are met. Collaborate with engineering teams to manage documentation and facilitate a sm...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead transformative facilities initiatives by analyzing data, optimizing performance, and managing capital projects. Collaborate across teams to drive efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance restaurant...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$91K - $155K *

Shape the future of drainage technology by driving market penetration and sales growth through strategic relationships with civil and plumbing engineers across the Northeast, promoting innovative Site...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex integrations for clients, embedding with their teams to build reusable assets against our API. Transform vague requests into actionable plans while enhancing depl...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$168K - $240K *

Join us to define and deploy autonomous AI agents at scale, transforming cutting-edge LLM capabilities into reliable, high-availability products while mentoring a team of engineers and setting industr...

Seattle, WARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $222K *

Lead and mentor a team in tackling complex electrical engineering projects, ensuring successful delivery and client satisfaction while coordinating multi-discipline efforts in the nuclear power sector...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$79K - $127K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing health research through innovative statistical analysis and mentoring. Collaborate with investigators to design studies, prepare publications, and present fin...

Ann Arbor, MIRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$91K - $155K *

Drive market growth by establishing trench drain solutions as design standards among engineers. Build relationships, promote products, and influence specifications to enhance sales and market presence...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion growth by driving strategic business development in the South-Central Division, focusing on client relationships and sales performance to achieve ambitious revenue targets and enhance market...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Optimize project outcomes by managing construction activities, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and coordinating contractor efforts across multiple sites to meet performance obje...

West Virginia, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team as a trusted advisor, guiding enterprise clients in evaluating, designing, and optimizing their infrastructure environments while leading network transformation initiatives and del...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$96K - $205K *

Empower the Data Center Solutions team by providing expert technical support, evaluating customer needs, and leading strategic projects across the Central US and Latin America, ensuring optimal produc...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $275K *

Lead strategic business development efforts, fostering relationships with government agencies and partners to drive R&D initiatives and align with GE Aerospace's technology roadmap. Manage opportuniti...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Champion the modernization of SLED organizations by guiding them through technical evaluations and deployments of GitLab's DevSecOps platform, ensuring compliance and enhancing service delivery across...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to design and maintain impactful BI solutions using Power BI, Databricks, and SQL. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable insights and enhance data-driven decisi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $95K *

Design engaging multimedia content that embodies brand consistency across various formats, from print to digital. Collaborate with teams to create compelling visuals, animations, and videos that reson...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$70K - $117K *

Unlock potential by conducting comprehensive assessments of mechanical systems across diverse facilities. Collaborate with clients, document findings, and develop cost estimates while ensuring complia...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$235K - $294K *

Lead and mentor a high-performing design team, driving product design strategy and delivering user-centric solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance customer experiences and foster a culture...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving sales excellence in cutting-edge automation solutions across diverse industries. Build strong executive relationships, manage a robust pipeline, and exceed your...

Detroit, MIRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$238K - $280K *

Lead the charge in developing autonomous attack workflows for external surfaces, leveraging your expertise to enhance reconnaissance capabilities and mentor engineers while driving strategic technical...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Optimize healthcare operations by analyzing equipment utilization, reducing unnecessary rentals, and driving impactful process improvements through data-driven insights and strong partnerships with cl...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$128K - $205K *

Elevate your career by owning the TA tech stack, driving integrations, and enhancing system efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and lead vendor relationships, all...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform product development by leveraging AI to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows, and drive customer-centric solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define vision and prio...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion the full sales cycle by engaging with enterprise clients, driving revenue growth, and enhancing customer relationships in the construction industry. Leverage your expertise to meet and exceed...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

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.