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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$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading complex projects in design, ensuring quality and team collaboration. Drive innovative solutions for data centers and industrial spaces while mentoring fellow architects...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Drive the development and coordination of complex architectural projects, ensuring quality and adherence to timelines while mentoring designers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver inno...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career as an Architect, leading complex projects in data centers and more. Collaborate with a diverse team, mentor others, and ensure quality design while contributing to the firm’s finan...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Shape innovative designs as you lead project teams in developing advanced technical solutions for complex data centers and other critical facilities, ensuring project quality and financial health thro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing comprehensive project documentation for complex facilities while collaborating with design teams to ensure high-quality outcomes and adherence to schedules, financial healt...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading complex architectural projects that enhance user experience while collaborating with diverse teams. Drive innovative design solutions and ensure project excellence from...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by leading multidisciplinary teams in developing innovative design solutions for large-scale mission critical projects, ensuring quality and collaboration throughout the project li...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Play a key role in designing innovative data center projects, leading cross-functional teams, and ensuring high-quality project documentation while mentoring junior staff and supporting financial proj...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Lead comprehensive project document development for large-scale data centers and industrial projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure design quality, project financial health, and adherence t...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by managing complex data center projects as an Architect. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensure design quality, and mentor junior staff while maintaining financial health an...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of complex projects as a vital team member, leading architectural design and execution while ensuring quality and collaboration across diverse disciplines in mission-critical environm...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Unlock complex building potential as you lead integrated design teams to deliver innovative solutions for large-scale data centers and critical facilities. Collaborate closely with project stakeholder...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Champion the design and coordination of large-scale Mission Critical projects while mentoring emerging talent and ensuring high-quality deliverables within set timelines. Collaborate cross-functionall...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $165K *

Pioneer innovative architectural designs for large-scale mission critical projects, ensuring project quality and financial health while collaborating with diverse teams to elevate the human experience...

4 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing complex architectural projects, ensuring high-quality design solutions and effective team collaboration while fostering a culture of ownership and innovation across project...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of architectural design by leading complex data center projects, ensuring high-quality documentation, collaborating with diverse teams, and driving successful project outcomes through...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$112K - $257K *

Drive innovation in Cross Domain Solutions, enhancing technology for the US Federal Government. Leverage your expertise to design, deploy, and maintain secure infrastructures while mentoring teams and...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$112K - $257K *

Grow your expertise in Cross Domain Solutions, enhancing technology for the US Federal Government. Design, deploy, and maintain critical systems while mentoring your team and driving innovation in a m...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$112K - $257K *

Transform your technical expertise into impactful solutions for the US Federal Government. Design, deploy, and maintain Cross Domain Solutions while mentoring your team and enhancing network performan...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$145K - $175K *

Transform enterprise technology strategy by architecting scalable, secure data platforms and cloud solutions. Collaborate with leadership and teams to drive innovation, governance, and modernization i...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $257K *

Shape the future of technology for the US Federal Government by designing, deploying, and maintaining Cross Domain Solutions. Leverage your expertise to enhance infrastructure, ensure security, and me...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing comprehensive project accounting support, ensuring financial compliance and effective cost management throughout the project lifecycle while fostering strong...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$139K - $275K *

Unlock your potential as a strategic leader in data governance, driving Collibra initiatives and architecture. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance metadata management and compliance, en...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$210K - $225K *

Transform enterprise IT operations by overseeing contractor teams and driving data initiatives. Empower communication with Government stakeholders, ensure quality execution, and proactively manage tec...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Manage and oversee construction projects, ensuring timely completion and budget adherence. Collaborate with teams on multi-location roll-outs, maintaining strong communication with stakeholders and co...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.