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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Program Manager Enterprise Architect Lead
$120K - $145K *
Lead the future of enterprise architecture and program management, driving integrated delivery across cloud modernization, cybersecurity, and governance. Collaborate with stakeholders to align busines...
2 days ago
$108K - $130K *
Shape the future of enterprise networking by leading architecture and design initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement innovative solutions that enhance performance, security, and scalab...
6 days ago
$135K - $160K *
Transform enterprise architecture in healthcare by driving innovation and strategy. Collaborate with stakeholders to design scalable solutions, optimize processes, and lead AI initiatives, ensuring al...
3 days ago
$96K - $137K *
Transform technology solutions by leading enterprise architecture initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to align tech strategy with business goals, ensuring robust architectures support innovativ...
4 weeks ago
Principal Architect - Enterprise Security
$134K - $230K *
Drive cybersecurity excellence by defining security architectures, leading modernization efforts, and embedding controls for regulated data across cloud environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance...
4 weeks ago
Principal Architect (Service Delivery & Operations)
$135K - $160K *
Drive organizational success by leading architecture initiatives that optimize technology investments and enhance operational effectiveness across products and services. Partner with stakeholders to d...
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Principal Enterprise Architect (Disney Experiences)
$175K - $215K *
Shape enterprise strategy by influencing technology initiatives across Commerce domains, collaborating with business leaders and teams to deliver scalable solutions that enhance the guest experience a...
2 weeks ago
$170K - $190K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of mission-critical applications by building and maintaining robust systems integration solutions. Leverage your expertise to enhance performance and ensure compl...
1 week ago
Enterprise Architecture Governance Lead
$110K - $180K *
Transform enterprise architecture governance by leading processes, ensuring data quality, and driving improvements. Collaborate with stakeholders to maintain standards and support decision-making thro...
1 week ago
Enterprise Architecture Governance Lead
$110K - $180K *
Lead the execution of Enterprise Architecture Governance, ensuring data quality and compliance across technology portfolios. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance governance processes and drive con...
1 week ago
Onsite IT Manager/Program Manager-C
$112K - $168K *
Elevate your career by leading IT infrastructure projects in secure environments. Drive the planning, execution, and delivery of mission-critical services while managing teams and ensuring compliance...
2 days ago
Onsite IT Manager/Program Manager-C
$112K - $168K *
Lead the design and management of IT infrastructure for secure government facilities. Oversee project execution, coordinate teams, and ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards while adapting to...
2 days ago
Sr Architect, Professional Services
$160K - $200K *
Partner with us to lead the implementation of innovative solutions for our largest clients. Utilize your expertise to design and enhance digital workspaces, ensuring successful adoption and alignment...
6 days ago
Sr Architect, Professional Services
$160K - $200K *
Empower clients by leading the implementation of innovative solutions, ensuring successful adoption and integration of Omnissa Workspace ONE. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive business outcomes...
6 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Lead complex, strategic enterprise programs across multiple departments, ensuring projects align with organizational priorities. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive execution and process improvemen...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$112K - $187K *
Pioneer the architecture for enterprise messaging solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and modernize scalable platforms while ensuring optimal performance and secur...
3 weeks ago
Forward Deployed Engineer (Technical Architect)
$170K - $210K *
Empower Federal agencies by architecting and delivering AI-assisted software solutions. Responsible for client engagement, technology integration, and ensuring that production-ready solutions meet ope...
3 weeks ago
Enterprise Architect, AWS Practice
$150K - $180K *
Unlock the potential of complex AWS engagements by anchoring architecture across delivery, security, and client relations. Become the key strategist who connects technical design to business excellenc...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Identity Graph Architect, Senior Consultant
$110K - $218K *
Innovate enterprise-level identity resolution solutions to unify customer data across touchpoints. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data quality, privacy compliance, and optimize identity grap...
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Identity Graph Architect, Senior Consultant
$110K - $218K *
Architect innovative identity resolution solutions to unify customer data across platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality, privacy compliance, and traceability while...
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Identity Graph Architect, Senior Consultant
$110K - $218K *
Shape the future of customer engagement by designing and optimizing identity resolution solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality and privacy compliance, ensuring a un...
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Identity Graph Architect, Senior Consultant
$110K - $218K *
Help us design and optimize enterprise-level identity resolution solutions, ensuring a unified customer view across data touchpoints. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data quality and complian...
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Identity Graph Architect, Senior Consultant
$110K - $218K *
Join a dynamic team to design and optimize enterprise-level identity resolution solutions, ensuring a unified customer view across data touchpoints. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data quali...
Yesterday
Identity Graph Architect, Senior Consultant
$110K - $218K *
Unlock enterprise-level identity resolution solutions by designing and optimizing identity graphs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality and compliance, ensuring a unified cu...
Yesterday
Identity Graph Architect, Senior Consultant
$110K - $218K *
Shape the future of customer engagement by designing and optimizing identity resolution solutions that unify customer data across all touchpoints, ensuring accuracy and compliance while collaborating...
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What is a Chief Enterprise Architect?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.