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.
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Elevate your design career by creating impactful visual materials that enhance business development and communications. Collaborate with diverse teams to produce proposals, presentations, and digital...
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Join a team that creates compelling visual materials to enhance business development and communications. Collaborate with various teams to produce proposals, presentations, and digital content in a dy...
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Project Designer and Technology Lead
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Join a team that's redefining construction technology by leading innovative project design and execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to leverage MiTek solutions, ensuring successful proje...
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Project Designer and Technology Lead
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Lead a team that defines and executes global go-to-market strategies for data analytics and AI solutions, collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to drive growth and enhance customer engageme...
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Lead the charge in structural, thermal, and fluid simulations for industrial machinery. Utilize FEA and CFD expertise to solve complex engineering challenges, mentor teams, and enhance design performa...
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Design and enhance intuitive product interfaces for diverse user types, ensuring clarity and consistency across various platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create user-centered solut...
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Transform the future of innovation by architecting cutting-edge solutions, guiding strategic vision, and engaging with C-level clients while leveraging deep technical expertise and business acumen to...
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Unlock potential by leading data governance and architecture evolution within a dynamic IT team, driving migration to Microsoft Fabric and Azure while supporting business intelligence initiatives in a...
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Lead Engineer - Mechanical Design Build
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Transform the future of Supply Chain & Engineering Advisory by leading growth initiatives across North America. Drive technical architecture excellence and foster collaboration with Microsoft to deliv...
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Join us to design and build intuitive product interfaces, bridging design and code. You'll create seamless user experiences using Figma and React, ensuring high-quality delivery from concept to produc...
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Principal Architect (Service Delivery & Operations)
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Drive organizational success by leading architecture initiatives that optimize technology investments and enhance operational effectiveness across products and services. Partner with stakeholders to d...
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Unlock potential by managing client relationships and leading project execution. Collaborate with teams to ensure financial success, maintain quality standards, and drive business development initiati...
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Shape the future of AI interactions by leading design vision and systems. Drive product strategy, create intuitive experiences, and establish cohesive design across platforms while collaborating close...
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Elevate the design vision and systems for AI interactions, leading the creation of innovative user experiences. Drive product strategy and execution from concept to launch, ensuring high-quality desig...
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Lead the charge in onsite operations for commercial construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Manage subcontractors, schedules, and compliance while fostering a collaborative en...
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Architectural BIM Coordination Manager
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Unlock potential by leading BIM coordination and integration for diverse institutional projects. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure design intent and constructability, enhancing project delivery...
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Deliver innovative, user-centric designs for web applications, enhancing agreement management through AI. Collaborate across teams to define features, optimize workflows, and create cohesive experienc...
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Project Manager / Project Architect
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Join a team that's dedicated to driving innovative solutions and enhancing operational efficiency. Collaborate across departments to implement strategic initiatives and foster a culture of continuous...
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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.