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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$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of enterprise data architecture, guiding scalable and secure data solutions for a transformational FEMA initiative while leading a talented group of engineers to...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$176K - $282K *

Drive the strategic design and risk management of an enterprise-level network infrastructure, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and enhancing security practices for mission-critical op...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $216K *

Join a team that's shaping the technology future by defining enterprise architecture. Lead the development of architectural standards and oversee integrations across systems while collaborating with d...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Engineer innovative data and analytics solutions, leading complex projects and collaborating with teams. Drive customer engagement and mentor others while leveraging cloud technologies and advanced an...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $165K *

Lead the design and implementation of scalable ServiceNow solutions, translating business needs into effective platform capabilities while guiding teams and advising clients on best practices and arch...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive data architecture excellence by designing robust systems that enhance analytics and reporting for Naval Shipyard operations, ensuring data integrity and integration across multiple IT platforms...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $161K *

Innovate the future of data architecture by designing secure, scalable, and compliant cloud-native solutions on Azure. Lead cross-functional teams in migrating legacy systems while establishing best p...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $130K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion the design and development of ServiceNow applications, leading governance and strategy to align IT operations with business goals. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive platform enhancements...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to the architectural foundation for innovative applications, guiding teams in technical exploration, solution design, and best practices to enhance delivery capabilities and support enterpr...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$154K - $231K *

Champion innovative automation solutions for enterprise healthcare platforms, enhancing scalability and performance across web, mobile, and API layers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$152K - $203K *

Drive Oracle Cloud transformation by leading strategic pursuits and developing innovative solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance business growth and establish Fujitsu's Oracle COE, ensuri...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Shape your career by leading multidisciplinary teams in architectural projects, ensuring code compliance, and delivering high-quality designs. Collaborate effectively to meet project deadlines while e...

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

$215K - $250K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$136K - $204K *

Lead the charge in designing robust Azure architectures across large-scale programs. Influence and guide technical strategies to connect client objectives with impactful, scalable solutions while fost...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $225K *

Champion innovative IT solutions for federal agencies, focusing on the Department of Veterans Affairs. Leverage your expertise to design, implement, and enhance systems that improve operational effici...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $170K *

Design and govern enterprise-wide knowledge architectures integrating AI and cloud solutions to enable scalable applications. Leverage deep architecture expertise to enhance data-driven decision-makin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful client experience initiatives by measuring business value, creating executive dashboards, and translating data into actionable insights. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance m...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead healthcare projects, collaborating with teams and clients to ensure successful outcomes. Oversee deliverables, manage project scope, and navigate complex decision-making while driving innovative...

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

$110K - $130K *

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4 weeks ago

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

$130K - $155K *

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$200K - $275K *

Develop your career with a key role in shaping customer identity solutions. You'll collaborate with clients to ensure successful implementation of an industry-leading identity platform, fostering rela...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$206K - $256K *

Transform customer identity solutions as a Services Architect. Drive impactful implementations, collaborate with clients for strategic success, and leverage your technical expertise in identity and cl...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $275K *

Shape the future of customer identity by designing and implementing secure authentication solutions. Engage with customers to achieve business goals while driving innovative identity strategies as a t...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$224K - $308K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.