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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$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by leading innovative ICT and Physical Security projects, collaborating with diverse teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions while ensuring high-quality outcomes and exceptional...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to innovate AI-driven product design, enhancing user workflows and decision-making. Collaborate across disciplines to create intuitive, trustworthy experiences that simplify comple...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $140K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise data architecture by designing and implementing a cutting-edge data ecosystem. Lead the development of centralized data solutions that enhance analytics, autom...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $140K *

Transform the data landscape by architecting a greenfield enterprise data ecosystem. Lead technical initiatives, define architecture standards, and drive integration across diverse operational domains...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$145K - $160K *

Shape the future of enterprise integrations by leading architectural design and governance. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure secure, maintainable systems that enhance business processes and dri...

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $115K *

Transform the future of architectural projects by managing commercial construction from sales handoff to completion. Collaborate with teams and clients to ensure timely delivery and quality execution...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing diverse projects while leading junior staff and consultants. Oversee feasibility studies, coordinate multi-disciplinary efforts, and ensure project deliverable...

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Transform client needs into innovative solutions as a Senior Solutions Architect. Collaborate with sales and delivery teams to design, implement, and present tailored IT services, ensuring alignment w...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of sustainable design by leading innovative projects, collaborating with teams, and delivering strategic improvements while ensuring compliance with industry standards and certificati...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to drive sustainable design solutions, enhance project outcomes, and foster innovation. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to achieve strategic goals and elevate regional sustai...

2 weeks ago

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

$155K - $215K *

Lead the charge in transforming technology reference data architecture to ensure consistency, scalability, and governance across enterprise systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to build a unified da...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $127K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and manage healthcare architectural projects, overseeing all phases from planning to construction. Foster client relationships while ensuring quality, compliance, and effec...

Reposted yesterday

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

$106K - $164K *

Transform project delivery by leading healthcare architectural projects, managing budgets, schedules, and client relationships. Oversee all phases from planning to construction, ensuring quality and c...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead design direction on complex programs, transforming user needs into innovative products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor designers, and uphold design standards across diverse indus...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive excellence by leading a dynamic design studio, overseeing project delivery, financial performance, and team development while fostering client relationships in upscale multifamily and office int...

4 days ago

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

$175K - $225K *

Elevate technical direction across teams by architecting and delivering high-quality web applications. Collaborate on large initiatives, shape architecture, and drive strategic growth opportunities wh...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by designing and optimizing Oracle database environments. Collaborate with clients to implement solutions, ensuring performance and reliability while aligning data architecture wit...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform the Energy EPC lifecycle by architecting integrated solutions that enhance customer engagement, opportunity management, and project execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to driv...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$89K - $149K *

Lead the technical development of interior architecture for multifamily projects, ensuring design intent aligns with construction execution. Oversee documentation, mentor team members, and coordinate...

3 weeks ago

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

$89K - $149K *

Advance the future of interior architecture by leading complex design projects, ensuring technical excellence and alignment with project goals, while mentoring a talented design team and overseeing co...

3 weeks ago

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

$160K - $208K *

Transform data migration strategies by leading enterprise-level projects, ensuring accurate source-to-target mapping and stakeholder alignment while leveraging AI tools to enhance productivity and str...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Lead the design and production of civil engineering plans for diverse land development projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality solutions that meet client needs and...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Transform brand experiences by designing engaging visuals for web and product. Collaborate with teams to create dynamic graphics, landing pages, and brand systems that resonate across various platform...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in shaping our brand's visual identity across digital platforms. You'll design engaging landing pages, develop cohesive visual systems, and create dynamic graphics that bring our brand...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Pioneer the design execution strategy for a large-scale semiconductor facility, coordinating multidisciplinary teams to meet operational requirements and ensure project milestones are achieved efficie...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.