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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$75K - $93K *

Transform creative possibilities by blending bold design with AI fluency. Collaborate with a dynamic team to produce innovative, culturally relevant work across digital channels, driving modern commun...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Drive engineering project success by managing scope, schedule, and budget. Lead multidisciplinary teams to ensure client satisfaction and compliance with industry standards from conception to completi...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of AI by building innovative solutions for robotics, AV, and healthcare. Drive end-to-end product development, collaborating with customers to solve complex challenges in data annotat...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $158K *

Transform enterprise AI solutions by translating business challenges into comprehensive designs. Leverage your expertise in AI architecture to select optimal patterns and compose solutions that drive...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining legal tech by developing AI-native platforms. You'll own secure client portals and enterprise systems, collaborating across architecture and full-stack engineering to enh...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$140K - $150K *

Champion user-centered design by leading UX initiatives across product teams. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to create intuitive, data-driven experiences that enhance product quality and d...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform business growth by leading strategies, managing client relationships, and overseeing complex projects in the manufacturing and engineering sectors. Foster partnerships and optimize resources...

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

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by managing complex projects for historic buildings, guiding institutional clients through decision-making, and leading high-level design teams to innovative solutions in a collabo...

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

$169K - $304K *

Drive innovative IAM architecture solutions, collaborating globally to enhance cloud asset control and ensure operational excellence through strategic design and cross-functional teamwork...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$169K - $304K *

Lead the charge in designing high-quality IAM architectures, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure operational success and guiding technology choices for cloud asset management...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative structural designs while collaborating with architects and contractors. You'll manage project scopes, ensure quality, and mentor junior engineers...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Lead the architectural service for the Business Unit by managing the production and accuracy of construction documents, ensuring compliance with design standards and regulatory requirements while coor...

4 days ago

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

$130K - $180K *

Lead enterprise IT initiatives by assessing environments, developing solution architectures, and overseeing implementations. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment with organizational stand...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $190K *

Take ownership of change management strategies for enterprise-level transformations, guiding C-suite leaders and running impactful programs across marketing, sales, and service. Shape the future of cl...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$149K - $171K *

Transform your career by leading design initiatives across diverse building projects. As a key Design Manager, you'll drive client engagement, oversee technical documentation, and ensure quality deliv...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Digital Designer, leading model-based design for transportation projects. Drive digital workflows, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and ensure high-quality outputs...

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

$150K - $180K *

Transform the architecture of a cutting-edge Commercial Lines insurance platform, focusing on microservices and event-driven design. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement rob...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Engineer a cutting-edge Commercial Lines insurance platform, focusing on microservices architecture. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and deliver robust solutions that enhance underwr...

New York, NYRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Develop a cutting-edge microservices architecture for a greenfield Commercial Lines insurance platform, focusing on underwriting, rating, and policy administration while collaborating with cross-funct...

CanadaRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in architecting a cutting-edge Commercial Lines insurance platform, focusing on microservices and event-driven architecture. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and deliv...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of architecture by leading innovative projects, collaborating with teams, and delivering high-quality designs. Utilize your expertise to inspire others while managing project timeline...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that shapes the future of healthcare design by leading innovative planning and design strategies for medical facilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient safety...

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive technical excellence in aviation projects by leading system design and integration across telecom, IT, and security. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure high-quality deliverables while mento...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$83K - $108K *

Advance production efficiency by managing the Master Production Schedule, ensuring alignment across teams, and resolving delivery challenges in a dynamic technical manufacturing environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$200K - $240K *

Shape innovative cloud solutions by collaborating with sales teams to design and present technical architectures. Leverage your expertise in VMware, Veeam, and Zerto to drive customer success and ensu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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.