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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$165K - $249K *

Drive strategic transformation by developing actionable business architecture, aligning capabilities with technology, and fostering cross-business integration to enhance value delivery and operational...

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

$165K - $249K *

Champion strategic transformation by developing actionable business architecture, aligning capabilities with technology, and driving measurable outcomes across multiple business lines...

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

$120K - $145K *

Drive your career with a pivotal role in shaping global GTM processes. Lead cross-functional teams to establish standards and methodologies, ensuring a cohesive operating model across complex enterpri...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of global business processes by leading cross-functional architecture initiatives, ensuring cohesive design and implementation across diverse workstreams while driving transformation...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $155K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to mentoring emerging professionals while contributing to the design, coordination, and production of impactful projects in a fast-paced environment. Your collaborative sp...

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

$70K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team to design, coordinate, and produce innovative projects while mentoring emerging professionals in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. Your expertise will shape the future of ou...

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

$70K - $125K *

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

$70K - $125K *

Elevate your career by collaborating with a dynamic team to design, coordinate, and produce impactful projects. Leverage your expertise in urban markets to mentor emerging professionals and drive inno...

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

$70K - $125K *

Engage in the design, coordination, and production of projects while mentoring emerging professionals. Collaborate in a fast-paced environment to enhance urban market experiences and contribute to the...

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

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Champion collaboration and mentorship in a dynamic environment, driving design and project lifecycle success. Leverage your expertise to guide emerging professionals while contributing to innovative s...

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

$108K - $155K *

Join us in providing Principal-level leadership for integrated Provider DDI delivery, ensuring alignment across business and technical teams while managing risks and dependencies to achieve measurable...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform environmental projects by managing scope, budget, and client relations. Lead multi-disciplinary teams to ensure technical delivery and satisfaction while identifying growth opportunities in...

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

$75K - $90K *

Join a team that's redefining project management in architecture, overseeing global building programs. You'll lead design and delivery phases, ensuring quality and compliance while collaborating with...

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

$75K - $90K *

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

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Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional architectural projects. As a Junior Project Manager, you'll oversee construction documents, collaborate with consultants, and ensure quality stan...

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

$94K - $178K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $184K *

Optimize operations at the intersection of design and technology, ensuring effective resource management and process improvement. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance project delivery a...

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

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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Lead the charge in defining enterprise architecture for next-gen Agentic AI. Collaborate with stakeholders to establish reusable frameworks and governance models, driving scalable adoption across soft...

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

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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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.