Architect Jobs in Oklahoma
Architect jobs in Oklahoma are concentrated in Oklahoma City and Tulsa, where commercial development, higher education expansion, and Native American tribal nation projects drive consistent demand for licensed design professionals at every career stage. Firms like Frankfurt Short Bruza, Crafton Tull, and the federal General Services Administration's regional offices maintain active hiring across civic, healthcare, and mixed-use work. The most sought-after specialties in the state are commercial and institutional architecture, sustainable design, and project management for public-sector clients. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Description:
The IT Architect - Database (Sr. DBA) is responsible for the design, administration, optimization, and governance of AAON’s enterprise database environments, ensuring high availability, performance, security, and reliability of critical data systems. This role will lead the stabilization and modernization of the SQL Server environment while supporting the evolution of AAON’s broader data platform strategy, including integration with Azure data services and the enterprise data lake.Key Responsibilities
Define and lead database architecture and administration strategy across the enterprise
Administer SQL Server environments including provisioning, patching, backup, and recovery
Manage high availability configurations (clustering, AlwaysOn)
Optimize performance through query tuning, indexing, and resource management
Support integration with enterprise applications and data platforms
Implement database security, access controls, and compliance monitoring
Design and maintain backup, recovery, and disaster recovery processes
Implement monitoring, maintenance plans, and capacity planning
Collaborate with Data & Analytics, application, and infrastructure teams
Required Qualifications
8–10+ years of SQL Server database administration experience
Strong knowledge of high availability (AlwaysOn, clustering)
Expertise in performance tuning and query optimization
Experience with backup and recovery strategies
Strong understanding of database security and governance
Experience supporting enterprise-scale systems
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Azure data services (Azure SQL, Data Lake, Synapse, Fabric)
Experience supporting analytics and reporting platforms
Experience with ETL/data integration processes
Experience modernizing legacy database environments
Key Success Metrics
Improved database performance and stability
Reduction in downtime and incidents
Standardized backup and maintenance processes
Improved data quality and availability
Increased scalability for future growth
Position Impact
Stabilizes and modernizes AAON’s core database environment
Improves data reliability for operations and analytics
Supports enterprise data platform and analytics strategy
Enables scalable and governed data infrastructure
Job Description:
The IT Architect - Database (Sr. DBA) is responsible for the design, administration, optimization, and governance of AAON’s enterprise database environments, ensuring high availability, performance, security, and reliability of critical data systems. This role will lead the stabilization and modernization of the SQL Server environment while supporting the evolution of AAON’s broader data platform strategy, including integration with Azure data services and the enterprise data lake.Key Responsibilities
Define and lead database architecture and administration strategy across the enterprise
Administer SQL Server environments including provisioning, patching, backup, and recovery
Manage high availability configurations (clustering, AlwaysOn)
Optimize performance through query tuning, indexing, and resource management
Support integration with enterprise applications and data platforms
Implement database security, access controls, and compliance monitoring
Design and maintain backup, recovery, and disaster recovery processes
Implement monitoring, maintenance plans, and capacity planning
Collaborate with Data & Analytics, application, and infrastructure teams
Required Qualifications
8–10+ years of SQL Server database administration experience
Strong knowledge of high availability (AlwaysOn, clustering)
Expertise in performance tuning and query optimization
Experience with backup and recovery strategies
Strong understanding of database security and governance
Experience supporting enterprise-scale systems
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Azure data services (Azure SQL, Data Lake, Synapse, Fabric)
Experience supporting analytics and reporting platforms
Experience with ETL/data integration processes
Experience modernizing legacy database environments
Key Success Metrics
Improved database performance and stability
Reduction in downtime and incidents
Standardized backup and maintenance processes
Improved data quality and availability
Increased scalability for future growth
Position Impact
Stabilizes and modernizes AAON’s core database environment
Improves data reliability for operations and analytics
Supports enterprise data platform and analytics strategy
Enables scalable and governed data infrastructure
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Where Oklahoma roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Architect Job Market in Oklahoma
A snapshot from current Oklahoma openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Koch3
- AAON1
- Goldbelt1
- Williams1
- OU Health1
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing3
- Energy2
- Healthcare & Medical Services2
- Agriculture & Farming1
- Technology & Software1
What Oklahoma Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in architect jobs across Oklahoma.
- Active Oklahoma architect license issued by the Oklahoma Board of Architects, Landscape Architects and Registered Interior Designers
- Professional degree in architecture from an NAAB-accredited program required
- Completed Architectural Experience Program hours under a licensed architect
- Passed all divisions of the Architect Registration Examination
- Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and BIM coordination workflows
- Experience managing construction documents and coordinating with engineers and contractors
Architect Jobs in Oklahoma: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a architect in Oklahoma?
To become a licensed architect in Oklahoma, you must earn a professional degree from an NAAB-accredited program, complete the required experience hours through the Architectural Experience Program, and pass all divisions of the Architect Registration Examination. Licensure is issued by the Oklahoma Board of Architects, Landscape Architects and Registered Interior Designers. Oklahoma participates in reciprocity agreements, so candidates licensed in other states may apply for recognition without retaking exams.
How much do architects make in Oklahoma?
Architects in Oklahoma earn a median of about $100,350 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $55,040 for the lowest 10% to over $165,790 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire architects in Oklahoma?
Employers hiring architects in Oklahoma right now include Koch, AAON, and Goldbelt, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Oklahoma's public-sector and tribal nation construction programs keep institutional firms and government contractors among the most consistent hirers in the state.
Which Oklahoma cities have the most architect jobs?
Tulsa, Oklahoma City, and Norman account for the largest share of architect openings in Oklahoma. Oklahoma City leads because of its concentration of state government facilities, healthcare campuses, and ongoing downtown redevelopment, while Tulsa draws demand from energy-sector corporate campuses and the region's higher education and cultural institutions.
Are there remote architect jobs in Oklahoma?
Yes, but they're rare. About 20% of architect openings tied to Oklahoma are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting the hands-on, site-coordination nature of most architectural work. The roles most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements are those focused on design development, BIM production, or specification writing rather than construction administration.
How can I get hired as a architect in Oklahoma with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an architectural intern or designer role at a mid-size Oklahoma firm while completing Architectural Experience Program hours toward licensure. Firms like Frankfurt Short Bruza and Crafton Tull have historically brought on recent graduates in junior design and drafting capacities. Building a focused portfolio of academic or volunteer projects, obtaining your NCARB record early, and targeting the institutional and civic project types that dominate Oklahoma procurement all strengthen a candidate's profile before full licensure.
Where can I find and apply to architect jobs in Oklahoma?
You can find and apply to architect jobs in Oklahoma on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Find the roles that fit your experience and specialty, and apply directly to the ones that match.
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