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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$120K - $145K *

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Lexington, MARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$141K - $177K *

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Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$139K - $188K *

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Wisconsin, USRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Empower our provider team's mission by designing innovative tools for therapists. You'll create streamlined solutions that enhance patient care, drive efficiency, and leverage technology while collabo...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

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

$200K - $250K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $220K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $200K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $145K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$170K - $190K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

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

$92K - $133K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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$110K - $130K *

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$180K - $200K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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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.