Chief Enterprise Architect (CEA) Jobs

Chief Enterprise Architects shape how an organization uses technology to meet its business goals. They set enterprise-wide architecture strategy, guide major technology decisions, and help ensure systems, data, and platforms work together securely and efficiently. Explore vetted Chief Enterprise Architect opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Chief Enterprise Architect Do?

A CEA connects business strategy with technology execution. Depending on the organization, the role may include defining architecture principles and roadmaps, evaluating platforms and vendors, overseeing modernization initiatives, and aligning application, data, infrastructure, and security architecture. Chief Enterprise Architects also advise executives, establish governance practices, and help teams balance innovation, cost, risk, and operational needs.

Qualifications and Skills

Employers commonly seek extensive experience in enterprise or solution architecture, technology strategy, and large-scale transformation. A bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, or a related field is often preferred; some employers value advanced degrees or architecture and cloud certifications. Relevant strengths include systems thinking, cloud and infrastructure knowledge, cybersecurity awareness, data architecture, stakeholder communication, and the ability to lead through influence.

Chief Enterprise Architect Salary and Opportunities

Compensation varies based on industry, company size, location, scope, and experience. CEA positions are senior leadership roles, and many opportunities offer total compensation above $100,000. Review each listing for its stated salary range, responsibilities, and location requirements. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, making it easier to explore roles aligned with your expertise and career goals.

How to Find a Chief Enterprise Architect Role

Highlight measurable outcomes in your resume, such as successful platform consolidation, cloud adoption, improved technology governance, reduced operating costs, or stronger security and resilience. Describe the scale of environments you have supported and your experience partnering with executives and business leaders. Browse current CEA listings on Ladders and compare opportunities by compensation, industry, and work arrangement.

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$80K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity through innovative cloud solutions. You'll design, implement, and optimize security monitoring in Azure, leveraging tools like Microsoft Sentine...

Virginia, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity through cloud solutions. You'll design, implement, and optimize security monitoring and automation in a dynamic environment, focusing on Azure a...

Virginia, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a pioneering team where you'll innovate software solutions for framing and structural analysis. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, set technical direction, and contribute to softwar...

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

$75K - $158K *

Unlock your potential as you design enterprise-level data solutions that drive strategic decision-making. Lead complex data architectures, optimize reporting, and mentor fellow experts to enhance orga...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $288K *

Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of cloud infrastructure, ensuring security and scalability while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support healthcare applications and syste...

Woonsocket, RIRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Engage with stakeholders to shape a visionary strategy for Life and Annuities platforms. Leverage your extensive insurance expertise to define requirements, analyze markets, and drive product innovati...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $170K *

Drive excellence in program execution by mentoring leaders, optimizing performance, and ensuring compliance. Transform data into insights for proactive decision-making, enhancing customer satisfaction...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Serve as a trusted advisor, engaging clients to develop tailored solutions and specifications for implementation, ensuring comprehensive documentation and strong customer relationships while collabora...

San Ramon, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $149K *

Lead the charge in safeguarding our IT environment by managing security incidents, collaborating across teams, and enhancing our incident response capabilities to ensure compliance and protection agai...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$111K - $206K *

Join a team that's driving mission success through innovative program planning. Collaborate across functions to develop and maintain schedules, ensuring on-time, in-budget delivery of complex projects...

Fort Worth, TXRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $250K *

Drive transformative change in Life Sciences by leading complex global projects, mentoring teams, and delivering innovative content strategies that enhance patient communication and operational effici...

Boston, MARemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of secure software development by integrating security practices into engineering workflows, building automation tools, and conducting penetration tests to identify vulnerabilities an...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$161K - $242K *

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United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's defining and driving enterprise data governance for a federal agency. Collaborate with stakeholders to establish data quality frameworks and compliance protocols, ensuring best prac...

Washington, DCRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$209K - $275K *

Transform your career by leading technical engagements with AI platform customers. Drive innovative solutions in a dynamic environment, leveraging your expertise in data center networking and AI techn...

Richardson, TXRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$59K - $106K *

Lead the charge in optimizing CAD workflows and standards, supporting engineering teams to enhance project delivery efficiency through effective management of CAD systems, templates, and technical doc...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Engage with us to architect and lead full-stack development of our analytics platform, embedding AI for improved insights. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance performance, scalability, and secur...

Chicago, ILRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $190K *

Empower our Security & GRC initiatives by managing projects that ensure compliance, drive accountability, and foster collaboration across teams. Lead the project management framework to keep programs...

Chicago, ILRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$170K - $212K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of Enterprise and Product Security. As a strategic individual contributor, influence global security architecture and innovate protective solutions for cloud an...

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

$92K - $154K *

Champion end-to-end program delivery for rack integration operations, ensuring seamless production scheduling, materials coordination, and quality assurance while collaborating with cross-functional t...

North Carolina, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$280K - $300K *

Pioneer innovative AI solutions in workforce management, leading product development from concept to deployment. Collaborate with engineers and executives to create impactful agentic products that enh...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$96K - $181K *

Join a team that's committed to safeguarding client data through robust governance and innovative solutions. Lead data security initiatives, enhance governance processes, and drive readiness for post...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by leading the proposal lifecycle for federal and defense opportunities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and quality in submissions, enhancing win ra...

Springville, UTRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$133K - $180K *

Drive successful cloud migration projects by leading teams, managing schedules, and optimizing resources. You'll ensure effective stakeholder communication and deliver high-quality services while fost...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Lead the charge in modernizing Army platform infrastructure through secure, scalable cloud systems. Serve as a principal cybersecurity advisor, ensuring compliance and enhancing security across techni...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Chief Enterprise Architect?question toggle

    A Chief Enterprise Architect is a senior technology leader who defines and guides an organization’s enterprise architecture strategy, aligning technology investments and systems with business objectives.

  • What does a Chief Enterprise Architect do?question toggle

    The role typically involves setting architecture standards and roadmaps, advising executives, guiding technology modernization, evaluating platforms, and coordinating architecture across applications, data, infrastructure, and security.

  • What qualifications are typically required for CEA jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for substantial enterprise architecture and leadership experience, strong communication and strategic planning skills, and knowledge of areas such as cloud, cybersecurity, data, and systems integration. Degree and certification requirements vary by employer.

  • How much do Chief Enterprise Architects earn?question toggle

    Pay depends on factors such as location, industry, organization size, and role scope. Many CEA roles offer compensation above $100,000; check individual listings for salary details.

  • Where can I find Chief Enterprise Architect jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional job listings paying $100,000 or more. Search its current listings for Chief Enterprise Architect opportunities and review each posting for compensation and work arrangement.