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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$97K - $147K *

Join a team that's shaping enterprise architecture by leading complex initiatives, mentoring architects, and aligning technology with business strategy to drive innovation and modernization across the...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $150K *

Architect innovative enterprise solutions, guiding architecture direction and ensuring alignment with business strategies. Lead complex initiatives, mentor architects, and drive modernization efforts...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$97K - $147K *

Shape the future of enterprise architecture by leading complex initiatives, guiding technical direction, and mentoring architects to align technology with business strategy and standards...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Transform enterprise data architecture by designing robust models and governance frameworks. Collaborate across teams to ensure high data quality while aligning with regulatory and strategic standards...

Laval, QCIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Innovate design solutions by interpreting client needs and executing creative concepts. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure project success while adhering to budget and sustainability goals. Lead...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock innovative architectural solutions by designing scalable, reliable systems. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure seamless integration and optimize performance while driving strategic in...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $158K *

Oversee project scope and resource management, ensuring alignment with client objectives. Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve delivery issues and enhance quality, while managing team performance...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform user experiences by designing intuitive interfaces for complex software systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create cohesive workflows that enhance user effectiveness in a dyn...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$170K - $220K *

Champion the implementation of innovative solutions for major clients, leveraging your expertise to drive adoption and enhance operational strategies. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure successf...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $220K *

Shape the future of customer solutions by leading implementations and driving adoption of innovative technologies. Collaborate with teams to deliver tailored architectural designs that meet strategic...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative technology solutions to combat fraud and insider threats, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives while managing multiple initiatives and fostering collaboration across teams f...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $222K *

Engage in architecting high-volume autonomous agent pipelines, ensuring safety, performance, and compliance. Own the generator-verifier architecture and CI/CD processes while setting engineering stand...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing social services through innovative architectural solutions. As a Senior Architect, you'll manage complex projects, ensuring compliance and quality from concep...

5 days ago

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

$140K - $180K *

Lead the charge in defining and evolving enterprise endpoint architecture, optimizing performance, security, and user experience across diverse computing environments while collaborating with cross-fu...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a collaborative technology architecture team to design scalable solutions, guide Agile development, and enhance application delivery while leveraging emerging technologies and cloud services...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $110K *

Lead innovative design projects, collaborating with teams to enhance client experiences and drive business development. Utilize your expertise to influence design strategies and deliver tailored solut...

3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $110K *

Design innovative architectural solutions for data center projects, collaborating with a dynamic team to deliver exceptional results. Engage in all project phases, from conceptual design to constructi...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of IT solutions by defining architectures that address business, clinical, and research challenges. Collaborate across diverse technologies to ensure alignment with organizational goa...

4 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead innovative design solutions as a Senior Designer, collaborating across disciplines to enhance client experiences. Inspire and mentor teams while driving project excellence and business developmen...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform project execution by leading design and construction initiatives. Manage budgets, timelines, and client expectations while fostering collaboration and ensuring project excellence from start...

4 days ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of architecture by leading diverse projects from inception to completion. You'll manage teams, ensure quality, and build strong client relationships while driving...

5 days ago

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

$200K - $230K *

Reimagine the future of construction software by leading design efforts that integrate AI into critical infrastructure projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create user-centric solution...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Shape innovative user experiences by collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify customer needs and deliver impactful design solutions that enhance usability and delight users in a fast-pace...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Champion innovative user experiences by collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and enhance customer-centric solutions. Drive impactful design strategies that balance user needs with busin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $115K *

Tackle complex design coordination for multidisciplinary industrial projects. Lead project teams, drive integration across engineering disciplines, and ensure seamless communication between clients an...

Reposted 1 week 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.