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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$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by managing landscape architecture projects from concept to completion. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure high-quality design and execution in hospitality and commercial d...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$84K - $108K *

Drive impactful interior renovation projects by coordinating designs, managing contractors, and ensuring quality standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance academic spaces through effective p...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Optimize integration processes by bridging technical gaps between systems. Collaborate with campus IT to ensure seamless data flows, troubleshoot issues, and enhance integration reliability for succes...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

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

$72K - $109K *

Join a team that's redefining workplace interiors by leading innovative design projects from concept to execution. Inspire creativity, mentor talent, and deliver exceptional environments that enhance...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$70K - $95K *

Help us transform ideas into impactful designs by supporting early-phase planning and rendering. Collaborate closely with a mission-driven team to innovate architectural concepts while integrating the...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $110K *

Shape user experiences by leading research and design initiatives that enhance service delivery and foster a customer-centric culture across federal projects, ensuring impactful solutions that meet us...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead innovative design projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to create high-performance, community-focused architecture. Drive creativity from concept to completion while mentoring desi...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $225K *

Lead the charge in architecting scalable technology solutions for institutional clients. Engage with cross-functional teams to create platforms that enhance client experiences, emphasizing technical d...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in preconstruction activities for major commercial projects, overseeing budgeting, scheduling, and subcontractor evaluation. Foster team development and strong relationships across all...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $150K *

Shape the future of medical logistics data architecture by designing and implementing robust database solutions. Lead the transition to modern technologies while ensuring data integrity and governance...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Champion the design of luxury custom homes, leading projects from concept to completion. Leverage advanced Revit skills to create exceptional architectural solutions while collaborating with clients...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Lead transformative initiatives by architecting robust technology strategies and roadmaps. Collaborate with leaders to align IT vision with business goals, ensuring effective governance and delivery o...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive architectural excellence in Biopharma & Life Sciences projects, leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative, compliant facility solutions from concept to operational readiness while en...

3 weeks ago

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

$102K - $142K *

Drive the design and deployment of secure, scalable digital solutions that integrate business needs with technical implementation, ensuring compliance and performance optimization across cloud platfor...

Today

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

$125K - $150K *

Elevate disaster recovery and business continuity strategies by leading architecture initiatives for critical facilities, assessing current states, and defining actionable DR architectures to enhance...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $105K *

Collaborate with design teams to execute interior design projects across a national portfolio. Manage documentation, schedules, and vendor coordination while ensuring design intent and budget adherenc...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of federal financial systems by leading architectural design and integration strategies. Leverage your expertise in compliance and cloud technologies to drive mod...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $235K *

Join us to lead customer engagements by transforming complex problems into high-impact AI solutions. Collaborate across teams to ensure measurable business outcomes and help redefine workflows in a ra...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $165K *

Champion data-driven decisions by shaping the enterprise data roadmap. Leverage your expertise to build and deploy innovative solutions using Microsoft Fabric, enhancing analytics capabilities and dri...

5 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Optimize CAD processes by translating design insights into actionable rules and automated solutions. Collaborate with engineers and customers to enhance manufacturability and streamline production wor...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $235K *

Transform customer operations with innovative AI solutions, guiding enterprises through technical and commercial engagements while collaborating across teams to deliver impactful, value-driven outcome...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by managing complex projects from inception to completion. You'll oversee proposals, budgets, and team coordination, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards while delive...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Manage large-scale electrical projects from inception to completion, ensuring safety, quality, and profitability. Collaborate with teams to deliver critical infrastructure solutions while driving busi...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$225K - $235K *

Lead the design and governance of data architecture to enhance analytics and reporting across government contracts. Collaborate with engineering and business teams to create scalable, secure data solu...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Lead and mentor a team of designers while providing technical expertise and training. Collaborate with project managers to ensure quality and efficiency in design work, and represent the firm in profe...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.