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 - $170K *

Transform the healthcare contact center experience through innovative Amazon Connect architecture, bridging business needs and technical execution while ensuring security, compliance, and seamless mem...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Champion M&A project management by leading financial transactions, ensuring strategic alignment, and driving execution across multidisciplinary teams to meet deadlines and objectives effectively...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$90K - $120K *

Empower design excellence by leading project architecture, ensuring compliance with codes, and collaborating with clients and consultants to deliver innovative solutions across diverse sectors...

3 days ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping innovative designs for diverse projects, leading technical direction, and ensuring compliance with building codes while mentoring junior staff in a collaborative environment...

3 days ago

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

$75K - $85K *

Engage in collaborative architectural design and strategic planning, leading projects of varying complexity while fostering client relationships and supporting business development efforts across regi...

Today

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

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing complex projects from design to occupancy, ensuring collaboration among teams and adherence to client goals. Utilize your expertise in architecture and project management t...

Today

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

$150K - $225K *

Shape the future of IT solutions by architecting and designing cloud infrastructures that meet business needs, ensuring technical viability and performance across multi-cloud environments while collab...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by leading design and documentation efforts, enhancing collaboration among project teams and clients while mentoring junior staff. Drive innovative architectural solutions throug...

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

$145K *

Manage complex client projects by developing data-driven methodologies, conducting market research, and synthesizing findings. Collaborate with teams to create financial models and strategic plans, en...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K *

Drive impactful solutions by leveraging data-driven methodologies to solve complex client challenges. Collaborate with teams to develop financial models, market strategies, and insightful analyses tha...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $183K *

Partner with us to redesign legal workflows through user-centered design, AI integration, and innovative technology solutions, enhancing efficiency and client satisfaction in a collaborative and dynam...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $183K *

Analyze user needs and design innovative solutions for internal and client projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify bottlenecks, optimize workflows, and implement AI solutions to...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $183K *

Join a dynamic team designing innovative legal solutions through user insights and streamlined workflows, enhancing efficiency with AI and automation while ensuring high-quality outcomes and strong co...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Champion innovative architectural solutions by overseeing construction administration for hospitality projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure design integrity and project success while mana...

Yesterday

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

$158K - $179K *

Unlock your potential by partnering with teams to identify process gaps, streamline workflows, and drive operational improvements using AI tools. Collaborate to enhance productivity and implement scal...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$180K - $350K *

Transform industry deployment strategies by collaborating with Fortune 500 clients. Leverage your deep expertise to identify automation opportunities and guide AI integration, ensuring tailored soluti...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $350K *

Shape the future of AI deployment in your industry by developing strategies that bridge our platform with top-tier companies, optimizing workflows, and driving impactful outcomes. Serve as a trusted a...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Transform data analytics by leading the design of scalable, future-proof architectures. Spearhead the evolution of AI-powered platforms while guiding a talented team to deliver innovative insights for...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to high-quality architectural projects by leading teams, solving complex design challenges, and overseeing all phases of project development, while ensuring alignment with client and firm g...

1 month ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading Workday solution architecture and governance. Drive impactful implementations and transformations while bridging business needs with technical solutions in a collaborati...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Drive business transformation by supporting ERP initiatives, M&A integration, and operational improvements. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance processes, implement change management, and develo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$143K - $179K *

Shape and lead client implementations for a cutting-edge trading platform, guiding asset and wealth managers through system configuration and go-live processes while ensuring client satisfaction and p...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $165K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing diverse commercial projects, ensuring financial integrity, and delivering high-quality results. Lead planning, scheduling, and communication efforts while fost...

2 weeks ago

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

$84K - $111K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee multiple construction projects, ensuring quality, budget adherence, and client satisfaction. Manage all phases from bidding to completion while mentoring team members an...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$84K - $111K *

Elevate project management by overseeing diverse construction initiatives, ensuring quality, client satisfaction, and adherence to regulations while mentoring team members and managing budgets and tim...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.