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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$88K - $105K *

Collaborate with design teams to deliver engaging educational spaces. Manage project coordination, contribute to technical design, and ensure quality control throughout all phases. Embrace innovative...

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

$128K - $152K *

Pioneer enterprise architecture initiatives that transform business strategies and drive innovation. Collaborate with leaders to streamline IT structures, enhance security, and boost operational effic...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$128K - $152K *

Shape the future of enterprise technology by defining and evolving architecture strategies that drive business outcomes, enhance security, and streamline operations across multiple domains, collaborat...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Champion effective architectural collaboration by bridging teams and driving project execution from planning to construction, ensuring alignment with both organizational standards and market demands f...

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

$155K - $190K *

Lead the charge in shaping customer data architecture, ensuring seamless integration and governance across platforms. Drive data strategy, identity resolution, and audience segmentation to enhance mar...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

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4 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

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

$125K - $145K *

Elevate your career by driving strategic initiatives and AI transformation. Collaborate with executive leadership to analyze data, influence decisions, and enhance cross-functional programs in a high...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative solutions by architecting enterprise Drupal applications, leveraging extensive experience in custom module development, complex workflows, and API integrations to enhance performanc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Drive enterprise architecture by overseeing design, promoting best practices, and collaborating with stakeholders to meet business goals, ensuring technology solutions align with organizational strate...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$127K - $159K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Transform business growth by leading strategic initiatives and operational excellence. Oversee proposal teams across multiple units, foster client relationships, and deliver actionable marketing strat...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead and manage architectural projects from inception to completion, ensuring design excellence and financial performance while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver community-focused...

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

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of architectural design by leading projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure design excellence, manage budgets, and foster client relat...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the design and evolution of enterprise solutions, ensuring scalability, security, and alignment with business objectives while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful techn...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$121K - $180K *

Lead the charge in defining and implementing enterprise architecture solutions that align with business and IT strategies. Collaborate across teams to ensure consistency and effectiveness in applicati...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

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3 weeks ago

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

$70K - $115K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$138K - $165K *

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $195K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   8 - 10 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.