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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$150K - $180K *

Elevate enterprise AI strategy by architecting scalable solutions, ensuring responsible governance, and mentoring teams. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to drive AI adoption and deliver high...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$198K - $215K *

Pioneer data center modernization efforts by assessing infrastructure, ensuring compliance, and providing expert guidance to enhance operational capabilities and security for mission-critical systems...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $250K *

Unlock potential by leading system engineering efforts to analyze requirements, develop specifications, and ensure technical integrity across complex systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive de...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$220K - $260K *

Lead the charge in shaping technical strategies for AI solutions, engaging with customers and internal teams to drive innovative software architectures and cloud solutions across the Intelligence Comm...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in shaping technical strategies for AI solutions, engaging with customers and internal teams to drive innovation in shared software platforms and cloud architectures within the intelli...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$177K - $290K *

Transform enterprise architecture by defining and implementing core frameworks, driving AI integration, and building consensus across teams. Lead the development of standards and strategies to support...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$163K - $316K *

Engage in defining and owning business architecture, translating strategy into action. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance organizational efficiency through innovative capability models and AI in...

Salt Lake City, UTRemote

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$163K - $316K *

Lead the charge in shaping business architecture by translating strategy into actionable models. Collaborate with various teams to enhance alignment across technology and support AI-driven initiatives...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Engage with a leading team to define technology architecture, mentor junior architects, and drive strategic initiatives that align with corporate vision, enhancing enterprise technology standards acro...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Drive your career with a pivotal role in shaping technology strategy, establishing architecture standards, and collaborating across teams to align solutions with business goals, ensuring a robust and...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise systems engineering by providing expert guidance on architecture, integration, and innovation. Lead technical solutions and collaborate with stakeholders to en...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$185K - $225K *

Lead the charge in architecting innovative enterprise solutions for complex IT systems, providing senior technical guidance, and driving modernization efforts across cloud services, networks, and data...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $170K *

Design and govern enterprise-wide knowledge architectures integrating AI and cloud solutions to enable scalable applications. Leverage deep architecture expertise to enhance data-driven decision-makin...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $195K *

Drive enterprise architecture initiatives by aligning technology with business strategies, ensuring value delivery, and leading modernization efforts across healthcare payer domains to enhance operati...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$142K - $195K *

Shape the future of healthcare technology by leading enterprise architecture initiatives. Collaborate with business and tech leaders to align strategies, drive modernization, and ensure technology inv...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$142K - $195K *

Champion transformative enterprise architecture initiatives that align technology with business strategy, driving innovation and modernization across healthcare payer domains to enhance operational ef...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$142K - $195K *

Champion transformative enterprise architecture by aligning business strategies with technology investments, ensuring optimal delivery of healthcare solutions while driving modernization and innovatio...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$142K - $195K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise architecture initiatives that align technology with business strategy, ensuring impactful transformation across healthcare payer domains while driving innovation...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$142K - $195K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise architecture initiatives that align technology with business strategy, ensuring impactful transformation and modernization across healthcare payer domains while...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead a team of senior architects in shaping and executing a federal PQC program, ensuring a smooth transition to quantum-resistant cryptography while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance enterpr...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform enterprise architecture by driving a shift to business-centric solutions, engaging with stakeholders, and ensuring alignment with business goals through strategic design and innovative pract...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Help us define a unified technology vision, aligning business needs with innovative solutions, while driving enterprise architecture practices that elevate organizational performance and adaptability...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation by establishing a unified technological vision that bridges business processes and technical solutions, ensuring enterprise architecture aligns with strategic goals and fosters collab...

Ottawa, ONHybrid

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $190K *

Shape the future of enterprise security by bridging technical and strategic initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture across hybrid environments, ensuring robust defenses...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $180K *

Transform enterprise security by bridging technical and strategic initiatives, ensuring robust cyber defense across hybrid environments. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and d...

Reston, VARemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.