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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$70K - $135K *

Unlock your potential by collaborating with healthcare leaders to design innovative planning solutions that enhance patient care and operational efficiency. Join a dynamic team dedicated to transformi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $135K *

Shape the future of healthcare design by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative planning solutions that enhance patient care and operational efficiency in medical facilities...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $135K *

Advance healthcare design by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to create innovative planning solutions that enhance patient care and operational efficiency in evolving medical environments...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $195K *

Lead the charge in shaping enterprise data architecture, ensuring scalable, secure access across systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver impactful data solutions that drive business val...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$106K - $159K *

Help us shape innovative designs for small to medium projects, ensuring seamless coordination from concept through construction. Collaborate with teams and clients to maintain design integrity and del...

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

$120K - $145K *

Drive innovative data architecture solutions to craft enterprise-level data models, leveraging cutting-edge methodologies within a collaborative Data Mesh framework. Shape data products that empower d...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$71K - $106K *

Take ownership of innovative architectural designs, collaborating across teams to deliver high-quality projects. Engage with clients and contribute to all design phases, ensuring effective communicati...

6 days ago

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

$76K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing architectural design across diverse projects. Collaborate with clients and colleagues to deliver innovative solutions while honing your skills in a dynamic, s...

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

$80K - $95K *

Join our dynamic Healthcare team as you collaborate on innovative architectural projects. Play a key role in design execution, documentation, and client coordination, while mentoring junior designers...

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

$88K - $105K *

Innovate and lead architectural projects from concept to completion, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction. Collaborate with diverse teams, manage budgets, and mentor junior staff while mai...

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining data architecture by designing scalable, secure solutions for our Data Lakehouse. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into technical data solutions...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Optimize data architecture and integration solutions to enhance business intelligence, analytics, and AI initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to design scalable, secure data structures that supp...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Lead the architectural vision for scalable Identity Resolution platforms, driving innovation in enterprise applications and data processing. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure robust, high-p...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$74K - $104K *

Empower organizational effectiveness by designing job architecture and structures. Collaborate with HR and business leaders to ensure alignment with company policies, enhance workforce planning, and m...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $104K *

Engage in a dynamic role overseeing design development and project delivery. Lead the production of contract documents, mentor team members, and ensure technical excellence while managing complex proj...

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

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative architectural solutions in healthcare design, from concept to completion, while fostering a culture of mentorshi...

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

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career with a dynamic role that blends design and technical expertise, guiding projects from concept to completion while collaborating with clients and teams to deliver innovative solutio...

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

$88K - $98K *

Champion innovative interior design solutions by leading projects from concept to completion, collaborating with clients and teams to enhance public spaces through thoughtful design and material selec...

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

$88K - $116K *

Lead transformative architectural projects by coordinating design solutions, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with building codes from concept through construction...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $116K *

Shape innovative architectural solutions by transforming client needs into coordinated designs. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams from concept through construction, ensuring projects are functi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $116K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of healthcare architecture by leading multidisciplinary projects, ensuring design excellence, and fostering client relationships to create functional environments...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $137K *

Reimagine educational spaces by leading diverse project teams. Oversee large-scale design projects from concept to completion, ensuring quality and building strong client relationships throughout the...

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

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by designing and optimizing cloud-based data platforms, ensuring scalability and performance across relational, NoSQL, and vector databases while collaborating with AI and engineering...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $130K *

Transform residential spaces by leading architectural design and oversight. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success, maintain quality standards, and navigate permit processes...

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

$88K - $105K *

Champion innovative architectural solutions by overseeing construction administration for hospitality projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure design integrity and project success while mana...

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  •   5 - 7 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.