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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Aviation Project Architect/Designer
$80K - $95K *
Shape the future of aviation architecture by leading design projects, managing documentation, and fostering client relationships in a collaborative studio environment. Bring your expertise to complex...
1 week ago
Aviation Project Architect/Designer
$80K - $95K *
Transform your career by leading innovative aviation projects, managing design documentation, and collaborating in a supportive studio environment. Leverage your expertise to deliver exceptional resul...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Unlock your potential as you design and implement innovative technology solutions that drive business growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create scalable, secure applications that meet...
3 days ago
Senior Project Architect, Healthcare
$100K - $120K *
Optimize healthcare design by leading project execution, ensuring quality, and coordinating multidisciplinary teams. Drive compliance with codes and standards while managing documentation and client c...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Drive innovative architectural solutions by leading project phases, collaborating with clients, and ensuring quality delivery of designs. Leverage your expertise to enhance team dynamics and foster po...
2 weeks ago
Architect, Senior - AI Cost Optimization
$138K - $165K *
Accelerate innovation by designing AI tooling that optimizes AWS costs, enhancing engineering efficiency across hundreds of teams. Collaborate closely with FinOps to embed cost intelligence into the s...
2 weeks ago
$140K - $192K *
Lead the charge in shaping user experiences for digital tax products. Mentor designers, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive design strategy to deliver impactful solutions that enhance u...
2 weeks ago
$140K - $192K *
Lead innovative design strategies for digital tax products, mentoring a team while collaborating with cross-functional partners to create user-centric experiences that drive measurable outcomes and el...
2 weeks ago
$124K - $169K *
Innovate as a Lead UX Designer, guiding strategy and mentoring a team to create impactful digital tax products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver user-centered designs that drive meas...
2 weeks ago
$140K - $192K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of digital tax products. Lead UX design strategy, mentor designers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to create intuitive user experiences that drive me...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Shape the future of architectural projects by managing all phases from design to delivery, ensuring client satisfaction and compliance with industry standards while leading a dynamic team of designers...
4 days ago
$140K - $192K *
Empower a dynamic UX team to innovate and elevate user experiences across digital tax products. Lead design strategy, mentor talent, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful so...
2 weeks ago
$139K - $174K *
Transform enterprise applications by designing secure architectures and guiding teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to create scalable solutions, integrate security practices, and mentor engineers in...
1 week ago
$120K - $145K *
Shape the future of life science projects by leading multi-discipline teams, ensuring project delivery excellence, and fostering client relationships. Drive business growth while mentoring staff and m...
6 days ago
$175K - $198K *
Transform your career by leading architectural vision for luxury developments. Engage with project teams from inception to delivery, ensuring design integrity and quality across a diverse portfolio wh...
1 week ago
$175K - $198K *
Champion innovative architectural design across luxury developments, guiding projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality, consistency, and alignment with strategic...
1 week ago
$175K - $198K *
Lead architectural vision for luxury developments, guiding projects from acquisition to delivery. Collaborate with teams to ensure design integrity and quality across the portfolio while advising exec...
1 week ago
Intermediate Mechanical Designer
$72K - $90K *
Join a team that's shaping innovative mechanical designs in HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection. Collaborate with senior designers to enhance your skills while driving impactful projects and building...
3 days ago
$95K - $110K *
Elevate project outcomes by managing residential construction from design to completion, ensuring quality and client satisfaction while coordinating with diverse teams and stakeholders throughout the...
5 days ago
$180K - $200K *
Unlock potential by designing innovative data solutions that enhance government missions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to integrate diverse data streams and ensure robust data management in complex...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $140K *
Shape the future of financial advisory by designing intuitive, AI-driven experiences that empower independent advisors to manage client wealth effectively. Collaborate across teams to innovate workflo...
1 week ago
$65K - $95K *
Advance your career by managing architectural projects from design to documentation. Collaborate with teams, coordinate consultants, and produce high-quality construction documents while supporting pr...
1 week ago
$65K - $95K *
Drive architectural excellence by managing project documentation and coordination. Collaborate with teams to produce high-quality construction documents while overseeing smaller projects and supportin...
1 week ago
$125K - $150K *
Lead the charge in designing and delivering AI applications on Snowflake, optimizing data governance and architecture. Collaborate with clients and engineers to transform concepts into scalable, secur...
1 week ago
$67K - $115K *
Drive the design and evaluation of life safety systems, collaborating with sales and operations teams. Ensure compliance with codes while managing project specifications and delivering effective solut...
Today
What is a Design Architect?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.