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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$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to analyze, design, and implement scalable architectures. Shape solution strategies, conduct technology assessments, and facilitate smooth deployments while ensuring quality standa...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining architecture solutions, analyzing system requirements, and driving design innovation while collaborating with clients and teams to deliver optimal scalable and secure sys...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to analyze, design, and implement scalable, secure architectures, guiding technology selection and integration strategies while ensuring alignment with client objectives and indust...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive transformation in OSS solutions for telecom providers by analyzing, designing, and implementing secure architectures while collaborating with teams to ensure alignment with business objectives a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead architectural design and transformation of telecom OSS solutions. Collaborate with teams to analyze requirements, assess technologies, and ensure scalable performance while driving quality standa...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Transform systems through innovative architecture solutions. Engage with clients to define requirements, analyze technologies, and ensure seamless integrations while driving deployment strategies and...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape enterprise architecture strategies for complex client implementations, integrating data, security, and AI solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure scalable, resilient outcome...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of enterprise architecture by defining integration, data strategy, and security for complex client environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by defining enterprise architecture strategies that integrate complex systems, data governance, and security for leading firms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure scala...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Make your mark by analyzing and designing scalable architectures, driving solution development, and ensuring seamless integration. Collaborate with teams to enhance technical frameworks, while optimiz...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Transform the future of data architecture by developing scalable solutions, optimizing performance, and ensuring data integrity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement innovative strateg...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $160K *

Unlock the potential of global quoting processes by owning the end-to-end CPQ workflow. Drive innovation and efficiency through Salesforce integrations, leading implementation projects while enhancing...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $293K *

Elevate your career by leading data architecture initiatives, guiding teams in best practices, and translating complex business needs into robust data models for energy analytics. Collaborate with sta...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $139K *

Champion innovative architectural design solutions, leading a skilled team to create exceptional transportation and entertainment venues while ensuring compliance with industry standards and client ne...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $139K *

Shape the future of architectural design by leading teams to create impactful solutions for Northern Ontario communities, ensuring quality, compliance, and client satisfaction while managing project f...

Thunder Bay, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $139K *

Drive innovative architectural solutions by leading teams in design and project management. Leverage your extensive experience to ensure compliance, quality, and client satisfaction across diverse com...

Prescott, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $139K *

Drive innovative architectural solutions by leading teams in design and project management, ensuring compliance with standards while fostering community relationships and delivering projects on time a...

Kingston, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $139K *

Transform architectural visions into reality by leading design teams, managing projects, and ensuring compliance with standards. Collaborate with clients and communities to deliver innovative solution...

Brockville, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $139K *

Shape the future of architectural design by leading teams to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring compliance with standards, and managing project finances while fostering client relationships and co...

Cornwall, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $140K *

Help us create innovative architectural solutions by leading project teams, ensuring quality and compliance, while aligning design strategies with client goals and project parameters. Collaborate to e...

3 weeks ago

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

$145K - $175K *

Join a team that's redefining technology strategy and architecture. Lead enterprise initiatives, align technology with business goals, and drive modernization efforts to enhance operational efficiency...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$97K - $135K *

Optimize your career by leading enterprise architecture initiatives, partnering with cross-functional teams to align technology strategies with business goals, while ensuring compliance with industry...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of business architecture by driving strategic initiatives, fostering collaboration, and optimizing processes to enhance client experiences and business outcomes across multiple segmen...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by driving strategic business architecture initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to align business capabilities with organizational goals, ensuring exceptional client experien...

Kelowna, BCIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of business architecture by driving strategic initiatives and fostering collaboration across teams. Leverage your expertise to enhance client experiences and optimize processes, ensur...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.