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.
$118K - $194K *
Unlock innovative solutions by collaborating with customers and teams to design and deploy Oracle Cloud architectures that solve complex business challenges and drive cloud adoption...
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$118K - $194K *
Tackle complex customer challenges by designing and deploying Oracle Cloud solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive cloud adoption and ensure successful implementations, while mento...
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$118K - $194K *
Pioneer innovative Oracle Cloud architectures by collaborating with customers and teams to solve complex business challenges. Drive cloud adoption through tailored solutions, ensuring successful deplo...
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$112K - $135K *
Shape the future of data architecture by leading a team to design, implement, and optimize enterprise data solutions that drive business intelligence, analytics, and compliance in a secure environment...
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$120K - $145K *
Elevate enterprise-scale PLM solutions by defining, designing, and governing Windchill implementations. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive transformation initiatives, ensuring scalable, secure, an...
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$120K - $145K *
Shape innovative AI solutions across various industries by collaborating with clients to design, lead, and deliver scalable architectures. This role requires strong technical expertise and consulting...
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$135K - $160K *
Champion the design and delivery of innovative AI solutions, bridging technical expertise with consulting acumen. Collaborate with clients and teams to translate challenges into impactful, scalable ar...
3 weeks ago
$125K - $175K *
Lead the charge in defining and implementing enterprise data architecture strategies, ensuring alignment with business goals while mentoring data professionals and overseeing modern Lakehouse solution...
2 weeks ago
Technical Lead/Platform Solutions Architect
$135K - $160K *
Drive the future of platform architecture and integration as a hands-on Technical Lead, collaborating with government teams to transform complex challenges into practical solutions in multi-vendor tec...
3 weeks ago
Principal Cyberspace Defense Analysis Server Solution Analyst
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Champion innovative solutions in cyberspace defense analysis, leveraging your expertise to support critical Air Force operations. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance cybersecurity systems and en...
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Shape the future of technology architecture by defining and evolving enterprise-wide strategies that align with business goals, ensuring scalability, security, and compliance across applications, data...
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$120K - $145K *
Lead the charge in defining and evolving enterprise architecture to align technology with business strategy, ensuring scalability, security, and compliance across applications, data, and cloud platfor...
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$135K - $160K *
Elevate enterprise architecture by defining standards and governance across applications, data, and emerging technologies. Collaborate with leaders to align technology roadmaps with business strategy...
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$127K - $159K *
Transform global operations by analyzing systems and processes across markets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide insights that shape technology solutions, ensuring alignment with real...
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$110K - $130K *
Optimize pre-sales and consulting engagements by crafting innovative IT solutions that address customer needs. Collaborate with teams to deliver exceptional networking and security infrastructure whil...
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$110K - $130K *
Drive innovative solutions as a technology leader, guiding pre-sales and consulting engagements to meet customer IT needs. Collaborate with teams to design and implement cutting-edge networking and se...
2 days ago
Principal, Cloud Solutions Architect
$208K - $235K *
Join a dynamic team to architect scalable cloud solutions, ensuring high engineering standards while collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to drive innovation and governance in a fast-paced...
3 weeks ago
$135K - $160K *
Drive innovation as a strategic Sr. Cloud Architect, transforming legacy systems into scalable, cost-optimized cloud-native architectures while ensuring efficient deployments and dynamic data producti...
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Principal AI Technical Architect (AWS Bedrock & Agentic AI)
$150K - $195K *
Transform enterprise AI strategies by architecting autonomous AI agents using AWS Bedrock. Spearhead impactful conversations with executives, design intelligent systems, and oversee deployment for opt...
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Senior Manager: Enterprise Architecture
$173K - $230K *
Transform the technology landscape by leading enterprise architecture initiatives, aligning business strategies with innovative solutions, and driving modernization efforts to enhance operational effi...
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Architect (Cloud Architect Skillset)
$125K - $150K *
Grow your career with us as you transform innovative concepts into practical cloud solutions. Collaborate on advanced engineering design, enterprise architecture planning, and operational readiness fo...
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Solutions Architect - Enterprise Content Management (ECM)
$80K - $130K *
Shape the future of enterprise content management by leading architecture and modernization initiatives. Drive strategic technology decisions and enhance operational efficiency through innovative clou...
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Enterprise Solutions Architect
$161K - $201K *
Unlock your potential as a strategic technical leader, designing innovative enterprise solutions that drive performance and efficiency. Collaborate across teams to optimize architectures and enhance s...
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Principal Network Solutions Architect
$120K - $234K *
Join a dynamic team to architect and implement secure, scalable global network solutions. Leverage your expertise in advanced routing protocols and hybrid cloud strategies to drive mission-critical ne...
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$128K - $177K *
Redefine governance protocols for AI and Cloud initiatives, ensuring compliance, risk management, and innovation across the organization while collaborating with multiple teams to enhance strategy and...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
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.