Explore Design Architect Jobs

Design Architects shape buildings and spaces from early concepts through detailed design. They balance creative vision with practical requirements, translating client goals, site conditions, building codes, budgets, and technical constraints into cohesive architectural solutions. Browse Design Architect opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Design Architect Do?

Design Architects develop design concepts, produce drawings and models, coordinate with engineers and consultants, and help guide projects through approvals and construction. Depending on the firm and project, responsibilities may include programming, site analysis, schematic design, design development, material selection, construction documentation, and reviewing work for quality and code compliance.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a degree in architecture and experience with architectural design and project delivery. Many roles value licensure, strong portfolios, knowledge of building codes and accessibility standards, and proficiency with tools such as Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, SketchUp, and BIM workflows. Communication, collaboration, visualization, and attention to detail are important for coordinating design intent across project teams.

Where Design Architects Work

Design Architects work at architecture and design studios, multidisciplinary engineering firms, real estate and development companies, and public-sector organizations. Projects may include commercial offices, housing, healthcare, education, hospitality, cultural spaces, and civic buildings. Responsibilities and specializations vary by employer, project scale, and location.

Find Design Architect Jobs on Ladders

Explore Design Architect openings and compare opportunities by employer, location, and role requirements. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates discover architecture careers aligned with their skills and goals. Review each listing for its compensation details, qualifications, and work arrangement.

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$90K - $110K *

Empower organizations by delivering expert consulting services that enhance software implementation, optimize workflows, and drive customer success. Collaborate with teams to ensure effective training...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $170K *

Join a team that designs scalable and secure technology solutions by collaborating with various stakeholders. You'll lead architecture efforts for enterprise-level projects and shape our Enterprise Ar...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Architect innovative laboratory solutions by designing, developing, and deploying clinical applications. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance workflows and ensure seamless integration, driving ope...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Drive successful client implementations by managing project scope, ensuring quality, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product features and efficiency in clinical research opera...

Wellesley, MARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $220K *

Shape the future of product design by leading a dynamic team, setting vision, and enhancing user experiences across platforms while driving design excellence and mentoring talent...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$113K - $142K *

Engineer innovative electrical designs for modular data centers, ensuring compliance and performance across international standards. Collaborate with teams to deliver hands-on solutions from concept t...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Transform enterprise solutions as a Salesforce Solution Architect, leading teams to deliver innovative, scalable projects. Drive presales, guide architecture, and leverage cutting-edge AI capabilities...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform architecture strategy in a leading healthcare organization, driving innovation and collaboration across IT infrastructure while ensuring alignment with business and regulatory standards...

Massachusetts, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$75K - $140K *

Partner with us to elevate user experiences by leading complex UX/UI projects. Engage directly with government clients, shaping insights into innovative digital solutions while ensuring accessibility...

Mclean, VARemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing user experiences for government clients. You'll lead UX initiatives, conduct research, and design intuitive interfaces, ensuring user needs are met through a...

Mclean, VARemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Inspire growth by driving demand for building envelope solutions through collaboration with architects and engineers. Leverage your expertise to enhance customer relationships and maximize project spe...

Raleigh, NCRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$148K - $245K *

Transform user experience across global retail and e-commerce platforms by leading a multidisciplinary team, driving design excellence, and integrating AI into innovative solutions that enhance custom...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $145K *

Reimagine the technical architecture of a multi-tenant system, ensuring secure, automated deployments while supporting federal IT modernization efforts across multiple agencies. Collaborate with teams...

Denver, CORemote

5 days ago

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

$109K - $140K *

Shape the future of product design by owning the user experience for a flagship product. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to influence design direction and deliver impactful solutions that reso...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $161K *

Shape the future of our brand by creating compelling visual narratives across diverse channels. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to elevate brand perception and audience engagement through inno...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $160K *

Design innovative solutions for a secure online proctored testing platform, guiding engineering teams in modernizing architecture and ensuring scalable, reliable delivery while enhancing candidate and...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$130K - $170K *

Lead the evolution of our design system by building accessible, reusable components and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and streamline adoption across products...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$156K - $240K *

Innovate solutions at the intersection of cloud technology and engineering. Lead AWS projects, mentor teams, and drive best practices while ensuring delivery excellence across multiple client engageme...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $165K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise architecture to enhance logistics and installation management. Leverage your expertise to drive compliance and modernization initiatives while collaborating wi...

Arlington, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$175K - $250K *

Shape the cloud infrastructure for AI agents, ensuring secure, scalable solutions that enhance customer workflows. Lead architectural decisions, establish standards, and drive innovation in a dynamic...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative solutions as a Solutions Architect, guiding teams and customers through technical challenges while maximizing mission impact and enhancing customer experiences...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$173K - $290K *

Lead product strategy for design systems and accessibility, driving innovation and adoption across teams. Shape integrated roadmaps, enhance product health, and ensure alignment with evolving AI-nativ...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$145K - $175K *

Deliver innovative datacenter, cloud, and network solutions by leading architecture design, client engagement, and technical governance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape complex infras...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $170K *

Lead the charge in crafting innovative digital experiences, guiding design from initial client engagement to final launch. Collaborate with teams to ensure strategic alignment and deliver content-driv...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $197K *

Lead the charge in managing strategic client relationships and projects, leveraging your extensive cost management expertise in the data centre sector. Empower teams through mentorship while driving b...

Birmingham, ALRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Design Architect?question toggle

    A Design Architect develops and communicates architectural concepts, then helps refine them into designs that respond to client needs, site conditions, codes, budgets, and technical requirements.

  • What qualifications are common for Design Architect jobs?question toggle

    Many positions require an architecture degree and relevant design experience. Employers may also prefer architectural licensure, a strong portfolio, knowledge of building codes and BIM, and proficiency with tools such as Revit, AutoCAD, or Rhino.

  • What software do Design Architects use?question toggle

    Common tools include Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, SketchUp, and other visualization, drafting, and building information modeling (BIM) applications. Specific requirements vary by employer and project.

  • Where can Design Architects find work?question toggle

    Design Architects may work for architecture studios, engineering and design firms, developers, or public agencies, contributing to projects in sectors such as housing, commercial real estate, healthcare, education, and civic design.

  • How can I find Design Architect jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Design Architect listings on Ladders, which features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Check each listing for salary information, required experience, location, and other role details.