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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$106K - $260K *

Unlock potential by architecting scalable customer communication platforms. Drive modernization across enterprise architecture, integrating marketing technologies and data flows to enhance customer en...

Connecticut, USRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in transforming complex genomic data into compelling narratives that resonate with audiences, driving engagement across diverse channels while collaborating with cross-functional teams...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$244K - $409K *

Drive the development of a global SME organization, leading regional teams to enhance technical selling and product direction. Transform ambiguity into structure while mentoring leaders and collaborat...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

$83K - $110K *

Optimize project outcomes by performing UAV data capture and 3D laser scanning. Collaborate with teams to deliver actionable spatial data and develop models for visualization, ensuring compliance with...

Vienna, VARemote

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform enterprise endpoint capabilities by designing, securing, and automating solutions for diverse users. Collaborate with cybersecurity and support teams to ensure effective deployment and lifec...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $170K *

Elevate your career by crafting innovative brand stories that merge creativity and technology. Collaborate with diverse teams to transform concepts into impactful experiences across digital and physic...

RemoteRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $150K *

Drive the pre-execution contract lifecycle for pharmacy and medical benefits, ensuring clear agreements and timely completion. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance contracting processes...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $175K *

Lead enterprise migrations to modern identity management solutions, guiding customers through complex integrations and ensuring successful deployments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhan...

Atlanta, GARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform complex cybersecurity challenges into tailored solutions for strategic customers across various industries. Leverage deep technical expertise to drive successful project outcomes and foster...

Dallas, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join us in architecting comprehensive cybersecurity solutions for strategic customers across key verticals. Leverage your expertise to drive technology adoption, support large-scale initiatives, and e...

Orlando, FLRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $159K *

Unlock the potential of cybersecurity solutions by partnering with strategic customers. Drive technology adoption, provide architectural guidance, and lead initiatives across key verticals to ensure s...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion user-centric design and development by leading UI/UX strategies and building intuitive applications within a low-code environment. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance digital experiences...

Albuquerque, NMRemote

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

$98K - $154K *

Unlock potential by leading the design of complex data hall infrastructure. This role combines technical expertise with project leadership, mentoring, and cross-team coordination to deliver innovative...

Texas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $154K *

Shape the future of data center infrastructure by leading complex design projects, mentoring teams, and ensuring adherence to quality standards while driving innovative solutions in a collaborative en...

Texas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $154K *

Grow your career with a leading role in designing complex data hall infrastructures. Leverage your expertise to lead projects, mentor teams, and ensure adherence to design standards while optimizing d...

Texas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $250K *

Unlock innovative infrastructure solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams to design scalable architectures that meet client needs and enhance operational efficiency across data centers...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $179K *

Analyze customer experiences to drive retention strategies and enhance satisfaction. Collaborate across teams to shape data-driven decisions, develop metrics, and prioritize analytics initiatives that...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Transform structural engineering solutions by designing and analyzing systems for mission-critical environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure safety, compliance, and efficiency in...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$144K - $288K *

Reimagine enterprise AI and automation solutions by leading architecture, strategy, and adoption efforts. Collaborate across teams to design scalable, secure solutions that drive innovation and influe...

Connecticut, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$272K - $431K *

Lead the charge in architecting and scaling data acquisition infrastructure for foundation models. Collaborate across teams to enhance web crawling, ingestion, and data quality, ensuring reliable, hig...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $205K *

Transform the future of client technology by leading architectural strategies and integrations in life insurance and annuity environments, ensuring alignment with enterprise goals and delivering scala...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$143K - $200K *

Innovate solutions as a Senior Appian Developer, tackling complex BPM challenges. Collaborate with teams to design, implement, and optimize high-performance applications while mentoring junior develop...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$245K - $260K *

Join a team that's redefining Digital Employee Experience and Unified Observability. As a Solutions Engineer, you'll partner with sales to drive technical strategies, solve complex challenges, and enh...

Ararat, NCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $125K *

Join a team where you will drive strategic planning and enhance operational frameworks to optimize performance and foster collaboration across departments, contributing to transformative solutions and...

California, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

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.