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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$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative architectural solutions. Leverage your 8+ years of experience in complex projects to lead design and technical documentation, ensuring excellence...

1 week ago

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

$150K - $200K *

Advance your career by leading design management efforts, ensuring risk mitigation and service delivery from initial design through construction completion. Collaborate with teams to enhance project o...

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $145K *

Join a team that's driving modernization in data architecture, improving data governance and quality while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance enterprise data management initiatives...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $240K *

Lead the charge in shaping data architecture strategies, driving innovation across platforms, and mentoring teams to optimize data governance and AI integration for scalable solutions that deliver mea...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$106K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative interior design projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team, mentor emerging talent, and engage with clients to create impactful spaces while fostering an inclu...

5 days ago

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

$180K - $190K *

Grow your career with us as you develop and maintain enterprise architectures, ensuring alignment with cybersecurity guidelines and business needs while enhancing system resilience and operational con...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $240K *

Join a team that's redefining digital delivery in major infrastructure projects. Lead high-performing teams, establish strategies, and drive innovation while collaborating with multidisciplinary exper...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $135K *

Champion innovative healthcare design by leading project teams, collaborating with clients, and delivering exceptional architectural solutions for diverse healthcare facilities, ensuring design excell...

4 days ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Join us to lead and evolve enterprise integration capabilities, defining strategy and modernizing solutions. Drive innovation, manage complex initiatives, and promote best practices across application...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $180K *

Transform enterprise architecture by leading AI strategy, Azure migration, and governance. Collaborate with IT and business teams to ensure secure, scalable solutions while maintaining architectural s...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$76K - $97K *

Explore design challenges as a key contributor, generating drawings and collaborating with teams. Take ownership of tasks, ensuring accuracy and compliance while effectively communicating ideas and fo...

6 days ago

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

$71K - $91K *

Elevate your design career by contributing innovative solutions and collaborating with a dynamic team. Utilize your skills in BIM and building codes to enhance project success while adhering to excell...

6 days ago

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

$140K - $180K *

Champion innovative solutions by designing robust, cloud-native architectures and leading engineering teams to create scalable systems across diverse platforms in a dynamic, greenfield environment...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Lead the design and implementation of scalable generative AI systems, aligning technology with business goals. Collaborate across teams to innovate and deliver enterprise-grade solutions while mentori...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $110K *

Elevate project outcomes by leading teams through all phases of design and delivery. Foster client relationships and ensure project excellence while managing schedules, budgets, and quality standards...

5 days ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Transform project delivery by leading teams through all phases of architectural design and execution. Build strong client relationships while ensuring quality, schedule adherence, and financial perfor...

5 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team to manage multiple early childhood education projects nationwide. Oversee project scope, budgets, and schedules while ensuring client satisfaction and efficient execution. Collabor...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in innovative architectural design, managing diverse projects that enhance community infrastructure and sustainability. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality...

5 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Drive impactful architectural projects by leading diverse teams in planning, design, and construction across various sectors. Collaborate to solve complex challenges while championing sustainability a...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative architectural solutions across diverse markets. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to tackle complex design challenges, ensuring excellence in sustainabi...

2 weeks ago

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

$185K - $210K *

Oversee the design process for complex projects, ensuring quality and coordination among teams. Manage deliverables, resolve design issues, and support business development while maintaining project g...

2 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join our dynamic Architecture Team to lead innovative Healthcare projects, fostering client relationships and driving design excellence from concept to construction. Your expertise will shape environm...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$96K - $136K *

Lead the charge in designing scalable, customer-centric technology solutions that enhance onboarding and management experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to modernize architecture and e...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$96K - $136K *

Join a dynamic architecture team to design scalable, customer-centric solutions that enhance onboarding and management experiences. Collaborate across teams to implement innovative technologies while...

London, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$93K - $139K *

Shape the future of architectural design by leading diverse projects, applying advanced concepts, and providing expert guidance. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions that meet client...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.