Explore Enterprise Architect Jobs

Enterprise Architects connect business goals with technology strategy. They help organizations design systems, platforms, and processes that work together, while guiding modernization, security, and long-term growth. Explore vetted Enterprise Architect opportunities on Ladders, where jobs featured pay $100,000 or more.

What Enterprise Architects Do

Enterprise Architects assess an organization’s technology landscape and create roadmaps for change. They define architecture principles and standards, evaluate solutions, and collaborate with business and technical leaders to ensure investments support organizational priorities. Depending on the role, they may focus on cloud adoption, applications, data, infrastructure, cybersecurity, or enterprise-wide architecture.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers often look for experience designing complex technology environments and communicating architecture decisions to both technical teams and business stakeholders. Relevant strengths can include systems thinking, strategic planning, cloud and platform architecture, integration, security, governance, and familiarity with frameworks such as TOGAF. Leadership, stakeholder management, and the ability to turn business requirements into practical technology roadmaps are also valuable.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Enterprise Architect roles are found across industries, including financial services, healthcare, technology, manufacturing, and consulting. Seniority, specialization, location, and organizational scope influence compensation. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates find roles aligned with their expertise and career goals.

Find Your Next Enterprise Architect Role

Browse Enterprise Architect jobs on Ladders to discover opportunities in technology strategy, architecture leadership, and transformation. Compare role responsibilities and qualifications, then apply to positions that fit your experience and the impact you want to make.

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$172K - $210K *

Architect and lead customer-focused application development initiatives, translating business needs into robust software solutions. Leverage modern technologies and AI tools to ensure high-quality, se...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$77K - $202K *

Join as a Senior Associate to optimize ERP transformations, analyze client needs, manage workstreams, and mentor junior team members while delivering value through agile methodologies and technology s...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$156K - $210K *

Champion transformative solutions by leveraging your extensive expertise in mainframe modernization. Collaborate with global clients to drive innovation, enhance technology strategies, and ensure seam...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $215K *

Unlock potential by leading the transition of a GCP platform to AWS, ensuring compliance with federal security standards. Leverage your AWS expertise to design secure, scalable solutions while mentori...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $125K *

Advance your career by coordinating healthcare technology integration across multiple VA sites. Leverage your project management skills to support the Federal Electronic Health Record Modernization pr...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $225K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic Security Engineering team. Drive technical direction, own security architecture, and collaborate closely with operations to build robust security platforms and...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $275K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise networking solutions, guiding teams through complex architectures, and translating business needs into scalable strategies. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensu...

Texas, USRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to shape the future of AI governance, enhancing workflows and coordinating cross-functional reviews. Drive improvements in oversight processes while collaborating with senior leade...

Chattanooga, TNRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Innovate as you guide Fortune 500 clients in leveraging AI solutions. Collaborate with sales teams, deliver dynamic presentations, and serve as trusted technical advisor to modernize legacy systems an...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $150K *

Drive innovation by defining system requirements and enhancing user experience through strategic architecture planning and quality assurance, impacting both projects and ongoing proposals in a remote...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$165K - $231K *

Transform complex security challenges into innovative solutions for public-sector and commercial clients. Lead technical pre-sales efforts, collaborating with sales teams to deliver tailored architect...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$177K - $322K *

Architect scalable AI solutions by designing robust architectures that integrate seamlessly across teams. Collaborate on workflows, ensure reliability, and promote reusable patterns to enhance AI agen...

Richardson, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$208K - $306K *

Join a team that's redefining engineering excellence by leading platform services that enhance software development. Drive innovation, consolidate capabilities, and foster a culture of collaboration t...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Architect comprehensive cybersecurity solutions for strategic customers, driving technology adoption and ensuring successful project outcomes through technical leadership and collaboration across vari...

Philadelphia, PARemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $159K *

Advance your career by serving as a trusted technical advisor, designing comprehensive cybersecurity solutions for strategic customers across key industry verticals, and driving successful business ou...

Denver, CORemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $159K *

Lead the design and implementation of advanced cybersecurity solutions for strategic customers across various sectors. Collaborate with sales and technical teams to drive successful project outcomes a...

Seattle, WARemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $159K *

Join as a trusted technical advisor, designing comprehensive cybersecurity solutions for strategic customers across key industries. Drive technology adoption, support large-scale initiatives, and ensu...

New York, NYRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $159K *

Elevate your career by serving as a trusted technical advisor, designing comprehensive cybersecurity solutions for strategic customers across key industry verticals, and driving successful business ou...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$141K - $160K *

Advance your career by leading Agile transformations in a large financial services enterprise. Coach and mentor teams at all levels, fostering an Agile mindset and ensuring effective application of Ag...

Virginia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Empower clients by leading data transitions to e-Automate, ensuring timely, high-quality implementations. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes and deliver tailored solutions that meet diverse b...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $125K *

Lead the charge in managing complex projects for a federal data analytics platform, ensuring operational excellence through effective communication, risk management, and collaboration across teams whi...

Virginia, USRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$238K - $311K *

Transform data governance by leading enterprise strategies, ensuring data quality, and driving AI readiness. Collaborate across teams to establish policies, enhance metadata platforms, and foster a cu...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design and optimize enterprise database solutions, leveraging Oracle SQL, PL/SQL, and AWS technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data integration and s...

Sterling, VARemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Innovate your career by leading SaaS modernization projects, enhancing delivery efficiency through AI and automation. Drive customer success by transforming legacy systems into scalable, sustainable s...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Enterprise Architect do?question toggle

    An Enterprise Architect aligns an organization’s business strategy with its technology environment. The role commonly involves setting architecture direction, designing technology roadmaps, evaluating solutions, and coordinating with business and technical teams.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Enterprise Architect jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often seek extensive technology experience, a record of designing complex systems, and strong communication and leadership skills. Knowledge of cloud platforms, security, integration, governance, or architecture frameworks such as TOGAF may be helpful.

  • Which industries hire Enterprise Architects?question toggle

    Enterprise Architects work in many sectors, including financial services, healthcare, technology, manufacturing, retail, government, and consulting. Organizations with complex systems or major modernization plans often need enterprise architecture expertise.

  • How much do Enterprise Architect jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation depends on experience, specialization, location, and the scope of the role. Ladders features vetted professional jobs that pay $100,000 or more.

  • How can I find Enterprise Architect jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Browse the Enterprise Architect job category on Ladders, review openings that match your skills and experience, and apply directly to roles that fit your career goals.