Architect Jobs in District of Columbia
Architect jobs in District of Columbia are concentrated in Washington, D.C., where federal agencies, major design firms, and large institutional clients generate consistent demand for architects with expertise in historic preservation, civic and cultural buildings, and federal facilities. Gensler, HOK, and Perkins&Will all maintain offices in the District and regularly hire across project management, interior architecture, and sustainable design. Openings appear at every career stage, from emerging professionals to senior principals managing high-profile government and mixed-use commissions. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
Job Title: Lead Director, Solutions Architect – Epic Applications (STARS Reporting & Care Coordination/Healthy Planet)
Position Summary
The Lead Director, Solutions Architect – Epic Applications is a senior technical and strategic leader responsible for the architecture, design, and delivery of Epic solutions supporting Medicare Star Ratings (STARS) reporting, care coordination, and population health management via Epic Healthy Planet. This role bridges deep Epic technical expertise with a strong understanding of value-based care, quality measures, and risk adjustment, translating regulatory and business requirements into scalable Epic architecture. The ideal candidate has led enterprise-level Epic initiatives, understands the data and workflow demands of STARS/HEDIS/quality reporting, and can architect solutions that span Healthy Planet, Care Everywhere, Reporting Workbench, and related population health tools.
Key Responsibilities
Architecture & Technical Leadership
- Own the end-to-end solutions architecture for Epic Healthy Planet, care coordination workflows, and STARS/HEDIS/quality measure reporting
- Design scalable data models and workflows connecting Epic Clarity/Caboodle, Healthy Planet registries, care management, and risk stratification tools to STARS and quality reporting needs
- Serve as the technical authority on Epic's population health suite (Healthy Planet, Care Everywhere, Home Health, ACO-specific tools) and its integration with clinical, claims, and payer data sources
- Partner with enterprise architecture and data teams to ensure Epic solutions align with broader data governance, interoperability (FHIR/HL7), and analytics strategy
- Evaluate and recommend build vs. buy decisions for third-party STARS/quality vendors integrating with Epic
STARS & Quality Reporting
- Lead the design and optimization of Epic-based workflows supporting CMS Star Ratings, HEDIS measures, and quality gap closure
- Ensure Epic build accurately supports care gap identification, outreach workflows, and measure-specific documentation requirements
- Partner with quality, risk adjustment, and compliance teams to translate regulatory measure specifications (NCQA, CMS) into Epic build requirements
- Oversee reporting architecture (Reporting Workbench, SlicerDicer, Clarity/Caboodle-based reporting) to support STARS performance tracking and executive dashboards
Care Coordination / Healthy Planet
- Architect and oversee build for care management workflows: registries, care plans, risk stratification, transitions of care, and care team communication
- Ensure Healthy Planet configuration supports ACO, MA, and population health program requirements
- Drive integration between Healthy Planet and external care coordination platforms, HIEs, and payer systems
Leadership & Governance
- Lead and mentor a team of Epic analysts, architects, and/or engineers focused on population health applications
- Partner with clinical, quality, compliance, and network/ACO leadership to align technical roadmap with business strategy
- Present architecture decisions, risks, and roadmap to senior IT and business leadership
- Participate in Epic governance, upgrade planning, and enterprise architecture review boards
- Manage vendor relationships related to STARS/quality reporting tools and population health platforms
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Health Informatics, Information Systems, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 10+ years of healthcare IT experience, with 5+ years focused on Epic applications
- Deep hands-on or architectural experience with Epic Healthy Planet, Care Everywhere, and/or population health modules
- Strong understanding of CMS STARS methodology, HEDIS measures, and quality/risk adjustment reporting requirements
- Experience architecting solutions involving Clarity, Caboodle, and/or Epic reporting tools
- Proven track record leading enterprise-scale Epic initiatives and managing technical teams
- Strong understanding of value-based care, ACO operations, and payer-provider data exchange
Preferred Qualifications
- Epic certification(s) in Healthy Planet, Ambulatory, or related modules
- Experience with FHIR/HL7 interoperability standards and payer data integration
- Background working within an integrated payer-provider organization or ACO
- Experience with Medicare Advantage plan operations
- Advanced degree or certifications in health informatics, data architecture, or population health
Key Competencies
- Translates complex regulatory/quality requirements into practical technical architecture
- Strong executive presence; able to communicate technical trade-offs to non-technical leadership
- Balances long-term architectural vision with near-term delivery pressures
- Skilled at leading cross-functional teams spanning clinical, quality, compliance, and IT
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$100,000.00 - $231,540.00
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. This position also includes an award target in the company’s equity award program.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 10/28/2026
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
Job Title: Lead Director, Solutions Architect – Epic Applications (STARS Reporting & Care Coordination/Healthy Planet)
Position Summary
The Lead Director, Solutions Architect – Epic Applications is a senior technical and strategic leader responsible for the architecture, design, and delivery of Epic solutions supporting Medicare Star Ratings (STARS) reporting, care coordination, and population health management via Epic Healthy Planet. This role bridges deep Epic technical expertise with a strong understanding of value-based care, quality measures, and risk adjustment, translating regulatory and business requirements into scalable Epic architecture. The ideal candidate has led enterprise-level Epic initiatives, understands the data and workflow demands of STARS/HEDIS/quality reporting, and can architect solutions that span Healthy Planet, Care Everywhere, Reporting Workbench, and related population health tools.
Key Responsibilities
Architecture & Technical Leadership
- Own the end-to-end solutions architecture for Epic Healthy Planet, care coordination workflows, and STARS/HEDIS/quality measure reporting
- Design scalable data models and workflows connecting Epic Clarity/Caboodle, Healthy Planet registries, care management, and risk stratification tools to STARS and quality reporting needs
- Serve as the technical authority on Epic's population health suite (Healthy Planet, Care Everywhere, Home Health, ACO-specific tools) and its integration with clinical, claims, and payer data sources
- Partner with enterprise architecture and data teams to ensure Epic solutions align with broader data governance, interoperability (FHIR/HL7), and analytics strategy
- Evaluate and recommend build vs. buy decisions for third-party STARS/quality vendors integrating with Epic
STARS & Quality Reporting
- Lead the design and optimization of Epic-based workflows supporting CMS Star Ratings, HEDIS measures, and quality gap closure
- Ensure Epic build accurately supports care gap identification, outreach workflows, and measure-specific documentation requirements
- Partner with quality, risk adjustment, and compliance teams to translate regulatory measure specifications (NCQA, CMS) into Epic build requirements
- Oversee reporting architecture (Reporting Workbench, SlicerDicer, Clarity/Caboodle-based reporting) to support STARS performance tracking and executive dashboards
Care Coordination / Healthy Planet
- Architect and oversee build for care management workflows: registries, care plans, risk stratification, transitions of care, and care team communication
- Ensure Healthy Planet configuration supports ACO, MA, and population health program requirements
- Drive integration between Healthy Planet and external care coordination platforms, HIEs, and payer systems
Leadership & Governance
- Lead and mentor a team of Epic analysts, architects, and/or engineers focused on population health applications
- Partner with clinical, quality, compliance, and network/ACO leadership to align technical roadmap with business strategy
- Present architecture decisions, risks, and roadmap to senior IT and business leadership
- Participate in Epic governance, upgrade planning, and enterprise architecture review boards
- Manage vendor relationships related to STARS/quality reporting tools and population health platforms
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Health Informatics, Information Systems, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 10+ years of healthcare IT experience, with 5+ years focused on Epic applications
- Deep hands-on or architectural experience with Epic Healthy Planet, Care Everywhere, and/or population health modules
- Strong understanding of CMS STARS methodology, HEDIS measures, and quality/risk adjustment reporting requirements
- Experience architecting solutions involving Clarity, Caboodle, and/or Epic reporting tools
- Proven track record leading enterprise-scale Epic initiatives and managing technical teams
- Strong understanding of value-based care, ACO operations, and payer-provider data exchange
Preferred Qualifications
- Epic certification(s) in Healthy Planet, Ambulatory, or related modules
- Experience with FHIR/HL7 interoperability standards and payer data integration
- Background working within an integrated payer-provider organization or ACO
- Experience with Medicare Advantage plan operations
- Advanced degree or certifications in health informatics, data architecture, or population health
Key Competencies
- Translates complex regulatory/quality requirements into practical technical architecture
- Strong executive presence; able to communicate technical trade-offs to non-technical leadership
- Balances long-term architectural vision with near-term delivery pressures
- Skilled at leading cross-functional teams spanning clinical, quality, compliance, and IT
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$100,000.00 - $231,540.00
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. This position also includes an award target in the company’s equity award program.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 10/28/2026
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
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Who's Hiring
- Koniag Government Services12
- Guidehouse4
- Gointellects3G
- Metrostar Systems3
- Department Of Health3
What District of Columbia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in architect jobs across District of Columbia.
- Active Registered Architect license issued or recognized by the District of Columbia Board of Architecture
- Professional degree in architecture from an NAAB-accredited program required
- Completion of the Architectural Experience Program with documented supervised hours
- Passed all sections of the Architect Registration Examination
- Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and BIM coordination for project delivery
- Experience with federal design standards, historic preservation guidelines, or LEED certification preferred
Architect Jobs in District of Columbia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a architect in District of Columbia?
To become a licensed architect in District of Columbia, you must earn a professional degree from an NAAB-accredited program, complete the Architectural Experience Program hours, and pass the Architect Registration Examination. Licensure is issued by the D.C. Board of Architecture, Interior Design and Landscape Architecture. The District also recognizes reciprocal licensure for architects already registered in other states, which speeds up the process for candidates relocating to the area.
How much do architects make in District of Columbia?
Architects in District of Columbia earn a median of about $102,040 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $75,900 for the lowest 10% to over $163,440 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire architects in District of Columbia?
District of Columbia architect roles are posted by Koniag Government Services, Guidehouse, and Gointellects and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. The District's concentration of federal contracts and institutional clients means large design firms with government practice groups are among the most consistent hirers in the area.
Which District of Columbia cities have the most architect jobs?
Washington have the most architect openings in District of Columbia. Washington, D.C. dominates due to the density of federal agencies, embassies, cultural institutions, and large architecture firms that service government and civic work, while nearby areas like Bethesda and Arlington draw openings tied to mixed-use development and defense-related facility projects.
Are there remote architect jobs in District of Columbia?
Yes, but they're rare. About 83% of architect openings tied to District of Columbia are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of site visits, client meetings, and construction administration. The portions of the role most likely to be performed remotely are design development, specifications writing, and BIM coordination on projects not yet in construction.
How can I get hired as a architect in District of Columbia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an architectural intern or junior designer role at one of the large firms with D.C. offices, such as Gensler or HOK, which regularly recruit recent graduates into structured intern programs that align with Architectural Experience Program requirements. Candidates who have completed an NAAB-accredited degree and begun their AXP hours have a clear advantage. Lateral entry from roles like architectural drafter, BIM technician, or design coordinator is also common at firms managing large federal or institutional project pipelines.
Where can I find and apply to architect jobs in District of Columbia?
You can find and apply to architect jobs in District of Columbia on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings in the District. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, specialty, and preferred project type, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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