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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$125K - $150K *

Lead enterprise architecture initiatives, ensuring scalable, secure solutions align with mission objectives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex requirements into actionable d...

Chicago, ILRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform business outcomes by architecting innovative solutions across diverse technical domains. Collaborate with teams to tackle complex challenges, drive digital transformation, and mentor peers w...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Engage as a Solutions Architect to drive innovative, value-driven services across diverse technical domains. Collaborate with teams to translate complex challenges into actionable solutions, enhancing...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovative solutions by collaborating across technical domains to deliver value-driven services. Leverage architectural expertise and business acumen to tackle complex challenges and mentor team...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by architecting innovative solutions that drive business outcomes. Collaborate across technical domains and lead complex projects while mentoring peers to enhance organizational value...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $100K *

Elevate project execution by leading teams through all phases of design and delivery, ensuring quality and client satisfaction while managing schedules and budgets for manufacturing and industrial pro...

Yesterday

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive your career forward as you lead project teams through all phases of design and delivery, ensuring quality and client satisfaction while managing schedules and budgets in a dynamic architectural...

5 days ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Champion project success by leading teams through all phases of design and delivery. Manage schedules, budgets, and client relationships while ensuring quality and compliance with standards in a dynam...

5 days ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead architectural projects from inception to completion, ensuring quality and client satisfaction while managing schedules and budgets. Collaborate with stakeholders to del...

5 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join our dynamic team to lead architectural projects, ensuring quality and client satisfaction through all phases of design and delivery while managing schedules and budgets effectively...

5 days ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Drive project success by leading teams through all phases of design and delivery, ensuring quality, budget adherence, and strong client relationships while managing schedules and financial performance...

5 days ago

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

$110K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing and implementing resilient infrastructure solutions that enhance operational readiness and supportability while aligning with enterprise architecture standard...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Engineer innovative data and analytics solutions, leading complex projects and collaborating with teams. Drive customer engagement and mentor others while leveraging cloud technologies and advanced an...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $193K *

Shape the future of AI solutions by defining end-to-end architecture, integrating advanced capabilities, and driving innovation across cross-functional teams while ensuring scalability, security, and...

Hartford, CTRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing architectural projects, ensuring quality and client satisfaction through all phases of design and delivery while fostering strong team collaboration and financial performan...

2 weeks ago

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

$112K - $225K *

Drive innovative software solutions by designing and deploying Drupal-based applications. Collaborate with stakeholders and mentor junior developers while ensuring security and quality in a dynamic De...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Elevate municipal infrastructure projects by leading design and delivery efforts. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure technical excellence and client satisfaction while managing project...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$177K - $322K *

Architect scalable, reliable AI agent architectures, collaborating across teams to translate business needs into practical solutions while ensuring reusability and operational excellence in agentic AI...

6 days ago

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

$177K - $322K *

Innovate scalable architectures for AI agents, collaborating across teams to translate business needs into practical solutions. Drive design, implementation, and evaluation of agentic AI systems while...

6 days ago

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

$145K - $175K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and architecture of data and AI solutions, ensuring scalability and security across platforms. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive strategic initiatives and m...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $165K *

Lead the design and implementation of scalable ServiceNow solutions, translating business needs into effective platform capabilities while guiding teams and advising clients on best practices and arch...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Engage in leading architectural projects from inception to completion, ensuring technical excellence and compliance. Mentor teams, manage documentation, and coordinate with stakeholders to deliver hig...

3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Optimize structural design processes by leading CAD efforts, developing composite and metallic structures, and collaborating with engineering teams to enhance model management and drafting standards f...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion your career by leading security engagements, assessing architectures, and enhancing compliance. Collaborate with top professionals to identify risks and implement best practices, ensuring rob...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engage with healthcare leaders to drive market growth in the Midwest. Leverage your expertise in business development to build relationships, conduct market analysis, and implement strategies that enh...

1 month 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.