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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Join a dynamic team as a technology partner for CISO initiatives, driving alignment between business priorities and IT execution. Support roadmap planning, solution design, and cross-functional integr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $160K *

Empower the future of information security by leading architecture and engineering initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to embed security in technology solutions, driving innovation through auto...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Lead the design and implementation of an IBM Maximo-based EAM platform, ensuring robust architecture and integration for facility maintenance operations while meeting security requirements and stakeho...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise asset management by architecting innovative solutions on the IBM Maximo platform. Leverage your expertise to enhance facility maintenance operations and drive...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Optimize architecture and design across diverse technology ecosystems. Lead the development of scalable solutions for embedded, IoT, mobile, web, and cloud platforms while collaborating with cross-fun...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$139K - $181K *

Champion secure software delivery by defining enterprise DevSecOps architecture, standards, and technology roadmaps. Collaborate across teams to enhance operational reliability and accelerate delivery...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$140K - $180K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Champion strategic technology solutions by guiding clients to align IT with business goals. Leverage your expertise to enhance client relationships, optimize budgets, and drive impactful technology in...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$156K - $176K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise data archiving initiatives, managing legacy system retirements, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop strategies that prese...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$134K - $184K *

Engineer comprehensive rack-based compute and storage solutions, balancing customer needs with industry standards. Lead projects from design to physical build, ensuring optimal functionality and servi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$134K - $184K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$134K - $184K *

Champion innovative rack-based solutions by designing and integrating compute, cloud, and storage systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure optimal functionality and serviceability while adher...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$134K - $184K *

Reimagine the future of data center solutions by designing innovative rack-based compute and storage systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure optimal functionality and serviceability while ad...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$108K - $239K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement scalable, container-based microservices architectures using Kubernetes and Helm, while enhancing CI/CD practices and collaborating with stakeholders to deli...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the design and implementation of innovative infrastructure architectures, ensuring alignment with business goals and industry standards. Drive modernization initiatives and mentor teams to enhanc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead the design and implementation of innovative infrastructure architectures, driving business value and ensuring compliance with industry standards while mentoring enginee...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$125K - $150K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$125K - $150K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$125K - $150K *

Reimagine infrastructure architecture by leading design initiatives, driving technology implementation, and ensuring compliance with industry standards to support business growth and operational effic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$130K - $160K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$150K - $180K *

Transform infrastructure architecture by leading innovative solutions, driving technology implementation, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with teams to enhance identity ma...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$125K - $150K *

Architect innovative infrastructure solutions, driving technology implementation and ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture standards. Lead identity modernization initiatives and mentor teams...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$135K - $160K *

Lead the design and implementation of innovative infrastructure architectures, ensuring alignment with business goals. Collaborate with teams to drive modernization initiatives and establish governanc...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$125K - $150K *

Drive your career forward by leading infrastructure architecture initiatives, defining standards, and implementing innovative identity solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficien...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

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.