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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$185K - $220K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $190K *

Lead and design data solutions to drive healthcare insights, working with a team of engineers to build and maintain robust data pipelines, ensuring high reliability and performance for critical busine...

Chicago, ILRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of secure web applications. Leverage your full-stack development skills to build scalable solutions in a collaborative Agile environment, tackling complex challen...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to drive strategic contracts management and proposal development for high-stakes federal bids. Collaborate across functions to balance risk and compliance while ensuring financial...

Alabama, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion strategic contract management and proposal development for high-stakes federal bids. Collaborate across teams to balance risk and compliance while driving growth through effective negotiation...

Alabama, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$158K - $185K *

Unlock your potential by leading the design and delivery of a transformative Medicaid data platform. Collaborate with stakeholders and guide teams to modernize healthcare systems through innovative cl...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$139K - $185K *

Lead the charge in advancing our IT PMO by establishing governance frameworks, optimizing project delivery, and integrating innovative technologies. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance program ma...

Minnesota, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$101K - $140K *

Drive value delivery in a rich B2B sales environment, cultivating relationships with C-Level executives and ensuring client satisfaction. Manage complex sales processes and exceed targets within large...

Missouri, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$190K - $220K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $218K *

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Washington Metro, DCRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$187K - $253K *

Lead the development of innovative software solutions, driving impactful features and system improvements in a collaborative environment. Utilize advanced programming skills to tackle complex challeng...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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Herndon, VARemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $140K *

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United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock your potential as you design and implement secure Azure solutions, enhancing DevSecOps practices and cloud security while collaborating with diverse teams to deliver reliable digital services...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $150K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$78K - $140K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$155K - $175K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$171K - $300K *

Take ownership of architecting and developing AI-driven backend solutions for Access Security, enhancing identity intelligence and risk detection while collaborating with cross-functional teams to del...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of AI Cybersecurity by providing technical leadership in evaluating, implementing, and operationalizing AI security solutions to protect against emerging threats while ensuring compli...

Washington, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Elevate partner engagement by driving strategic initiatives with System Integrators. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance delivery capabilities and execute joint go-to-market strategies, ensuring...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $150K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.