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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$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of complex architectural projects, leading design and technical documentation while mentoring teams and ensuring quality control across disciplines. Drive project success through effect...

4 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Elevate project outcomes by leading complex architectural designs, managing teams, and ensuring quality control. Collaborate across disciplines to deliver high-impact projects while mentoring junior s...

4 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Empower project success by leading complex architectural designs, mentoring teams, and ensuring quality control. Drive collaboration across disciplines while managing schedules and budgets for large-s...

4 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Drive your career forward by leading complex architectural projects, mentoring teams, and ensuring high-quality design and documentation. Collaborate across disciplines to deliver innovative solutions...

4 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

Champion enterprise cybersecurity architecture by defining standards, guiding investments, and ensuring alignment with business objectives. Collaborate across teams to enhance security posture and dri...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$121K - $181K *

Lead design excellence by overseeing complex architectural interior projects. Guide multidisciplinary teams, foster client relationships, and support business development while mentoring staff and ali...

1 week ago

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

$78K - $90K *

Elevate your career by supporting marketing and business development efforts in a dynamic architectural firm. Collaborate with leadership and teams to create compelling proposals and materials while m...

4 days ago

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

$160K - $190K *

Lead innovative AI-driven design solutions and methodologies for scalable IP and SoC development, enhancing engineering productivity and best practices across global teams while mentoring engineers an...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $139K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Designer, leading innovative visual projects across branding, campaigns, and presentations. Collaborate with creatives to elevate design quality while mentoring junior...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$105K - $139K *

Unlock your creative potential as a Senior Designer, leading impactful projects across branding, presentations, and campaigns. Collaborate with a dynamic team to craft compelling visual narratives tha...

Washington, DCRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$105K - $139K *

Innovate design solutions by leading brand identities, campaigns, and presentations. Collaborate with creative teams to craft compelling visuals, mentor junior designers, and elevate project quality w...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$118K - $291K *

Transform tactical communications by integrating advanced systems and technologies. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance mission readiness and streamline operations, ensuring secure and efficien...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of DevSecOps by guiding customers in building robust processes. Collaborate across departments to deliver tailored solutions and showcase the value of innovative...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $95K *

Take ownership of technical coordination for a major civil engineering project, ensuring seamless communication and compliance with safety standards while managing internal and external stakeholders t...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$153K - $222K *

Drive innovation by building trusted relationships with C-level executives, designing strategies, and optimizing cloud solutions to enhance business growth and client success across the Google ecosyst...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $138K *

Shape innovative technology solutions by collaborating with clients and teams. Leverage your expertise in IT infrastructure and cloud to drive successful managed services engagements and enhance clien...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K - $104K *

Join a team that's driving strategic marketing initiatives and influencing success. Collaborate with leaders to develop compelling narratives and innovative strategies that elevate project pursuits an...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

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

$90K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and manage complex 3D structural models, ensuring high-quality documentation and effective project coordination while mentoring junior staff and enforcing BIM standards...

4 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Empower a dynamic team of technical designers to innovate and deliver high-quality manufacturing drawings. Drive process improvements, ensure design excellence, and collaborate across departments to m...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$157K - $252K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic Design Build team to deliver successful projects. Manage design, proposals, and estimates while ensuring compliance and effective communication with stakeholders...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead comprehensive construction management initiatives, overseeing capital projects and ensuring compliance with contract requirements while coordinating with various stakeholders to deliver successfu...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative architectural solutions. Lead projects from Pre-Design to Construction Administration, ensuring quality, compliance, and client satisfaction while...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Elevate project execution by leading teams through design and delivery phases, ensuring quality and client satisfaction while managing schedules and budgets effectively. Foster strong client relations...

5 days ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing architectural projects, ensuring quality and client satisfaction through all phases of design and delivery. Collaborate with teams to uphold standards while driving project...

5 days ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Lead project teams through all phases of design and delivery, ensuring quality and client satisfaction. Manage schedules, budgets, and communications while fostering strong relationships and upholding...

5 days 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.