Architect Jobs in California

An Architect plays a crucial role in the construction industry, translating the client's vision into blueprints that engineers and construction workers use to create a functional and aesthetically pleasing building. They are responsible for meeting with clients to gather project requirements, creating detailed building plans, and overseeing the project's execution to ensure it adheres to the design. Architects also ensure that the building meets all applicable safety and building codes. They collaborate with a range of professionals including engineers, landscape architects, urban planners, and construction representatives to complete the project successfully.

To become an Architect, one must have a Bachelor's degree in Architecture, but many also pursue a Master's degree. They should possess strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills, as well as be proficient in relevant software such as AutoCAD. Certification by regulatory bodies like the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) is also essential. Prior to becoming architects, individuals may start their careers as Architectural Drafters, Architectural Technicians, or Architectural Interns to gain practical experience in the field.

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Senior Product Architect

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 1 day ago

What we need to see: 5+ years of experience as a Lead Product Architect for chip, platform and hardware optimization of leading industry solutions....

Senior Mixed Signal Design Engineer

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 8 days ago

NVIDIA has continuously reinvented itself over two decades. Our invention of the GPU in 1999 sparked the growth of the PC gaming market, redefined modern computer graphics, and revolutionized...

Firmware/FPGA Design Engineer

  • Cardiff by the Sea, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • Cardiff by the Sea, CA
  • 11 days ago

Experience working with SoC designs such as Zynq and Zynq Ultrascale+ including architecting and interfacing with peripherals, interrupts, and related bus architectures....

Senior Firmware/FPGA Design Engineer

  • San Diego, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 11 days ago

Experience working with SoC designs such as Zynq and Zynq Ultrascale+ including architecting and interfacing with peripherals, interrupts, and related bus architectures....

Electrical/Electronic Design Engineer

  • Cardiff by the Sea, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Cardiff by the Sea, CA
  • 13 days ago

Description Leidos Maritime System Solutions (MSS) is seeking an Electrical/Electronic Design Engineer to join a growing, fast-paced engineering research, development, testing and evaluation team...

Senior Design Engineer, Coherent High Speed Interconnect

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 20 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 20 days ago

Collaborate with architects, external partners, software engineers, and circuit designers to deliver a class leading high speed coherent interconnect....

Principal FPGA Design Engineer

  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Company Overview With nearly 80,000 employees globally, Kyocera is a leading manufacturer of high-tech Ceramics which are used in a variety of industries including aerospace, automotive, medical...

Senior Design Consultant I

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Overview We are One Workplace. We believe that people with a purpose need great spaces to perform their best work. We think big but work small, innovate through relentless curiosity, and treat...

Design Engineering Architect

  • San Jose, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Design Engineering Architect in physical design, SSG....

Enterprise Business Architect

  • Torrance, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Torrance, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Overview THE ROLE: The Business Architect (BA) is responsible for aligning business goals with technology strategy within the Global Enterprise Architecture....

Mechanical Design Engineer, Seating

  • Fremont, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Fremont, CA
  • 2 hours ago

As an Engineer in the Seat Engineering Department, you will be responsible for Design Engineering from concept to End of Life as well as problem solving of existing products within the seating...

Job Title: NetSuite Tech Lead / Architect Location: SFO, CA / NYC / or Palo Alto, CA office ONSITE 3 days per week locals only Duration:6+ Months Job Description : Hands on consultant who has the ability...

Silicon Digital Design Engineer III

  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 6 hours ago

Silicon Digital Design Engineer III BC forward is currently seeking a highly motivated Silicon Digital Design Engineer III for a REMOTE opportunity. Position Title: Silicon Digital Design Engineer...

Mechanical Design Engineer, Optimus

  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 6 hours ago

The Tesla Robotics Team designs and builds humanoid bi-pedal robots (Optimus) to perform tasks that are boring, repetitive, and dangerous for humans. The team joins mechanical, electrical,...

Opening for Principal Analog Mixed-Signal Design Engineer - CA

  • Westlake Village, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Westlake Village, CA
  • 6 hours ago

We have an opening for Principal Analog Mixed-Signal Design Engineer Location - Westlake Village, CA - Hybrid Full time permanent position Salary: USD $145,300 $215,010 / yr Hybrid - 2 days a week...

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Salary for Architect Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireConstruction research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Architect positions.



Highest Education Level

Architects in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.5%
Master's Degree
25.8%
Associate's Degree
9.9%
High School or GED
8.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.2%
Doctorate Degree
1.6%
Some College
1.1%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Architects in California
2-4 years
33.3%
None
19.1%
6-8 years
14.3%
4-6 years
9.5%
8-10 years
9.5%
Less than 1 year
9.5%
1-2 years
4.8%


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