Business Architect Jobs

Business architects connect an organization’s strategy to the capabilities, operating models, processes, and technology needed to deliver it. Explore vetted Business Architect opportunities on Ladders, including senior roles with compensation of $100,000 or more. Openings and requirements vary by employer and location.

What Does a Business Architect Do?

Business architects analyze how an organization creates value and translate strategic goals into practical plans for change. Their work may include defining business capabilities, documenting current and future operating models, mapping processes, identifying gaps, and coordinating transformation initiatives across business and technology teams.

Common Business Architect Responsibilities

  • Connect enterprise strategy to business capabilities, roadmaps, and measurable outcomes.
  • Design or improve operating models, organizational structures, and end-to-end processes.
  • Develop architecture artifacts such as capability maps, value streams, and business blueprints.
  • Partner with executives, product leaders, IT teams, and stakeholders to assess change impacts.
  • Identify opportunities to improve customer experience, efficiency, resilience, and growth.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers often look for strategic thinking, business analysis, stakeholder facilitation, and clear communication. Experience with enterprise architecture frameworks, process modeling, operating-model design, and transformation planning can be valuable. Specific qualifications vary; some roles prefer a relevant degree, industry expertise, or professional certifications.

Business Architect Salary and Career Outlook

Compensation depends on factors such as seniority, industry, location, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, so candidates can explore Business Architect listings in this compensation range. Senior architects may advance into enterprise architecture, strategy, transformation leadership, or executive roles.

Find Business Architect Jobs on Ladders

Browse Business Architect opportunities and compare role requirements, responsibilities, and compensation details. Use Ladders to find professional positions that match your experience and career goals.

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$150K - $180K *

Drive the enterprise AI strategy and architecture, influencing cross-functional teams to implement scalable AI solutions while ensuring data governance and responsible AI practices across the organiza...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by shaping enterprise AI strategy and architecture, driving scalable solutions across applications and data platforms. Collaborate with leaders to ensure responsible AI adoption and g...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate enterprise AI strategy by architecting scalable solutions, ensuring responsible governance, and mentoring teams. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to drive AI adoption and deliver high...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$177K - $290K *

Transform enterprise architecture by defining and implementing core frameworks, driving AI integration, and building consensus across teams. Lead the development of standards and strategies to support...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform enterprise solutions by architecting, implementing, and optimizing Infor capabilities to support business goals. Collaborate with stakeholders to leverage AI and analytics, ensuring scalable...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by providing design support in project administration, ensuring compliance with standards and codes. Collaborate with teams to deliver technical solutions, manage budgets, and mentor...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$139K - $174K *

Transform enterprise applications by designing secure architectures and guiding teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to create scalable solutions, integrate security practices, and mentor engineers in...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as a Project Architect, leading teams through all project phases, ensuring quality construction documents, and maintaining budget and schedule compliance while mentoring junior s...

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

$155K - $210K *

Innovate secure, data-intensive applications as a Senior Solutions Architect. Collaborate with Navy stakeholders, design robust architectures, and ensure scalable, secure solutions that meet strict mi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform revenue operations by managing and enhancing our AI-powered Salesforce environment. Spearhead automation, integration, and data pipeline initiatives while collaborating with engineering team...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive the enterprise AI architecture strategy, setting standards and governance for AI systems. Collaborate with senior leaders to ensure compliance and innovation across portfolios, while guiding tec...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $115K *

Elevate your career by managing diverse projects, fostering client relationships, and leading design teams. Utilize your expertise to ensure quality deliverables while driving innovation and collabora...

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

$80K - $95K *

Manage client relationships in embedded banking, ensuring partner success while balancing regulatory compliance, risk management, and operational execution in a dynamic environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$99K - $225K *

Innovate data architecture solutions for national security. Lead design, collaborate with teams, and implement best practices using advanced analytics tools. Make a significant impact on data-driven i...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading system engineering efforts to analyze requirements, develop specifications, and ensure technical integrity. Collaborate with stakeholders to guide design and implementation...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing and integrating system requirements, guiding design activities, and ensuring technical integrity in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with stakeholders to d...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Transform your career by providing strategic guidance in enterprise architecture, aligning IT systems with organizational goals, and enhancing business processes through innovative technology solution...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by providing strategic guidance on enterprise architecture, aligning IT systems with organizational goals, and enhancing business processes through innovative technology solutions in...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $160K *

Empower cross-functional teams by analyzing and redesigning maintenance operations, ensuring Oracle EBS solutions align with Air Force depot requirements. Lead process workshops and support hands-on i...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $110K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional technical support and solutions, ensuring client success through effective onboarding, troubleshooting, and continuous learning. Collaborate with teams to max...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$85K - $115K *

Develop comprehensive construction documents and manage project phases, ensuring compliance with design standards and codes. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions while mentoring juni...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Pioneer innovative solutions as you bridge technical teams and leadership, guiding large-scale infrastructure transitions and cloud modernization while crafting clear architectural plans and documenta...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $260K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of enterprise network architecture. Lead a diverse engineering team to ensure operational readiness and compliance for mission-critical systems, driving moderniza...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Transform enterprise IT landscapes by leading innovative architecture projects, optimizing infrastructures, and mentoring teams. Collaborate with executives to align technology strategies with busines...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform enterprise architecture and technology strategy to drive innovation, enhance integration, and lead AI initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align technology investments wit...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Business Architect?question toggle

    A Business Architect helps translate an organization’s strategy into business capabilities, operating models, processes, and change plans. The role often bridges business leaders and technology teams.

  • What does a Business Architect do day to day?question toggle

    Typical work can include mapping capabilities and processes, assessing operating models, identifying gaps, facilitating stakeholder discussions, and creating roadmaps that support strategic change.

  • What qualifications are common for Business Architect jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by employer. Many positions value business analysis or enterprise architecture experience, strategic and communication skills, process or capability modeling, and familiarity with transformation programs. Some employers prefer a relevant degree or certification.

  • How much do Business Architects earn?question toggle

    Business Architect pay varies by experience, employer, industry, and location. Ladders lists vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including qualifying Business Architect opportunities.

  • Where can I find Business Architect jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Business Architect openings on Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with listed compensation of $100,000 or more.