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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$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team as you bridge scientific R&D and digital strategy, guiding customers to realize value through complex solutions tailored to their unique challenges. Drive transformation and ensure...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $200K *

Lead the strategic execution of precision medicine initiatives for Veterans Affairs, driving integration and adoption of diagnostic technology while building executive relationships across healthcare...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$104K *

Analyze and support security programs, ensuring compliance with regulations while enhancing operational efficiency. Collaborate with management to prioritize projects and improve administrative proces...

Arlington, VARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing security design processes, ensuring high-quality project delivery, and collaborating with designers and project managers to drive efficiency in mission-critic...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Join us to enhance customer trust by managing security assurance and AI governance. You'll maintain accurate security documentation, oversee AI agents, and ensure our practices evolve with industry st...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing customer trust through security assurance and AI governance. This role focuses on maintaining accurate security documentation and optimizing AI agents to support governanc...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$198K - $330K *

Lead a dynamic team to shape technology portfolio management, ensuring strategic alignment and delivery excellence across product and engineering initiatives while fostering collaboration and accounta...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$180K - $370K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team of technical sales professionals to deliver innovative solutions. Engage with clients to drive results, enhance collaboration, and optimize sales strategies...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$91K - $169K *

Bring your expertise to lead enterprise-wide events that align with strategic goals, engage stakeholders, and drive measurable outcomes. Utilize your event strategy and operational excellence to creat...

Washington, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Transform client experiences by leading the design and implementation of Oracle HCM Cloud solutions. Collaborate with teams to ensure scalable, reliable, and high-performance technical architectures t...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$88K - $105K *

Advance your career by leading geophysical data processing for munitions response projects. Collaborate with experts to deliver innovative solutions while mentoring junior staff and ensuring complianc...

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of munitions response, leveraging advanced geophysical techniques to analyze and classify subsurface anomalies. Collaborate with experts to deliver impactful soluti...

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining AI solutions by rapidly delivering innovative, client-focused engagements. Collaborate with stakeholders to architect impactful agentic solutions that drive business valu...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $134K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$203K - $290K *

Empower impactful narratives as you architect and lead a global CEO communications strategy, translating complex tech innovations into compelling stories that resonate across media and digital platfor...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $175K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $160K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $160K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform the infrastructure for a groundbreaking healthcare platform by optimizing cloud solutions, implementing CI/CD, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance clinical AI/ML offerin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Transform enterprise AI deployments by designing, building, and enhancing systems that drive significant business results while fostering strong partnerships with customers and engineering teams...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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Drive enterprise-level technical solutions by analyzing system needs, coordinating design activities, and ensuring compliance with governance processes. Leverage your expertise to enhance performance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.