Enterprise Architect Jobs

Explore Enterprise Architect jobs for experienced technology leaders who connect business strategy with effective, scalable technology systems. Enterprise Architects guide organizations through complex decisions about applications, data, infrastructure, cloud platforms, and security. Browse vetted opportunities on Ladders, where listed professional roles pay $100,000 or more.

What Does an Enterprise Architect Do?

Enterprise Architects develop and maintain an organization-wide view of its technology landscape. They work with business and technology leaders to understand goals, assess existing systems, and create architecture roadmaps that support growth and change. Depending on the organization, the role may focus on solution and application design, cloud adoption, data architecture, integration, cybersecurity, or technology governance.

Common Enterprise Architect Responsibilities

  • Align technology architecture and investment with business objectives.
  • Develop target-state architectures, standards, principles, and roadmaps.
  • Evaluate platforms and recommend approaches for modernization and integration.
  • Collaborate with engineering, product, security, operations, and executive teams.
  • Assess architectural risks, technical debt, scalability, and compliance needs.
  • Communicate complex technical options and tradeoffs to diverse stakeholders.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers often look for extensive experience across technology domains, strong systems thinking, and the ability to influence without relying on direct authority. Relevant skills may include cloud architecture, enterprise applications, data platforms, APIs and integration, security principles, architecture frameworks, and portfolio planning. Clear communication, stakeholder management, and business acumen are also central to success. Requirements vary by employer and industry.

Enterprise Architect Career Opportunities

Enterprise Architects work across industries such as financial services, healthcare, technology, manufacturing, retail, and government. Career paths may lead to chief architect, architecture practice leader, technology strategy executive, or other senior technology leadership positions. Explore Enterprise Architect openings on Ladders to find vetted roles with compensation of $100,000 or more and identify opportunities that match your expertise and career goals.

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$122K - $270K *

Shape the future of AI architecture by leading enterprise-scale transformations, owning methodologies, and setting technical standards for impactful client engagements. Collaborate with sales leadersh...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$122K - $270K *

Champion the evolution of AI-native architecture by owning methodologies, technical perspectives, and asset portfolios. Collaborate with sales leadership and engage in high-stakes client interactions...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$132K - $338K *

Lead the charge in AI-native transformations at enterprise scale, owning the methodology, technical point of view, and asset portfolio. Collaborate with sales leadership and serve as the technical aut...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$122K - $292K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise AI architecture by owning methodologies, technical perspectives, and asset portfolios. Drive impactful transformations and engage with clients at the forefront...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$122K - $270K *

Lead the charge in defining and evolving AI-native architecture methodologies, owning technical perspectives and asset portfolios while collaborating with sales leadership on high-stakes engagements...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$132K - $338K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise AI architecture. Lead the development of methodologies, assets, and technical strategies while collaborating with sales leadership on transformative client eng...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$132K - $338K *

Champion AI-native transformations by owning methodology, technical vision, and asset portfolio. Collaborate with sales leadership and engage in high-stakes client interactions to drive enterprise-sca...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$132K - $338K *

Lead the charge in AI-native transformations at enterprise scale, owning the methodology, technical point of view, and asset portfolio. Collaborate with sales leadership and serve as the technical aut...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$132K - $338K *

Lead transformative AI-native architecture initiatives, owning methodology, technical vision, and asset portfolio. Collaborate with sales leadership and engage in high-stakes client interactions to dr...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$132K - $338K *

Empower your career by leading AI-native transformations at enterprise scale. Own the technical methodology, assets, and quality standards while collaborating with sales leadership on impactful client...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$122K - $338K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise-scale AI-native transformations, owning the technical methodology, assets, and point of view. Collaborate with sales leadership and engage in high-stakes client...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$132K - $311K *

Lead enterprise AI transformations by owning methodologies, technical perspectives, and asset portfolios. Collaborate with sales leadership and serve as the technical authority on key engagements, ens...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$180K - $220K *

Transform software architecture by designing and implementing scalable solutions that meet business objectives, while leading technical teams and ensuring adherence to best practices across diverse pr...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead the design and implementation of innovative software solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives while leveraging emerging technologies to enhance operational efficiency across diverse...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $260K *

Unlock your potential by transforming complex business needs into scalable, secure technology solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and lead high-performing sof...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $100K *

Shape innovative architectural designs into precise, code-compliant plans. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver high-quality solutions while managing multiple projects in a dynamic environment. D...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $100K *

Transform design concepts into precise architectural plans. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative, code-compliant solutions while managing multiple projects in a dynamic environment. Drive exce...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of enterprise data architecture by owning standards, technology selection, and governance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and drive innovation in data man...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$159K - $305K *

Join a dynamic team to lead enterprise data architecture initiatives, shaping strategies for data governance, integration, and consumption across complex technology environments while driving moderniz...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$159K - $305K *

Join us to lead enterprise data architecture initiatives, shaping strategies for data sourcing, governance, and integration across complex ecosystems while driving modernization and innovation in tech...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$159K - $305K *

Lead the transformation of enterprise data architecture, defining strategies for data sourcing, governance, and integration across complex ecosystems while ensuring modern patterns for data products a...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Reimagine enterprise architecture by leading a dynamic team in software and cloud engineering. Drive modernization efforts, ensure technical excellence, and foster collaboration across platforms while...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $145K *

Drive technology strategy by aligning investments with business goals, modernizing applications, and managing risk. Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership, establishing roadmaps and governance for a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Elevate enterprise architecture by guiding strategy, aligning technology with business goals, and leading a team to drive innovation and operational efficiency in a regulated banking environment...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$275K - $350K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of enterprise architecture by leading technical strategy and modernization efforts for a global government service provider. Drive secure, scalable solutions whil...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Enterprise Architect do?question toggle

    An Enterprise Architect aligns an organization’s technology landscape with its business strategy. The role typically involves setting architecture direction, creating roadmaps, evaluating platforms, and coordinating decisions across business and technology teams.

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

    Employers commonly seek substantial experience in technology architecture and broad knowledge of areas such as cloud, applications, data, integration, and security. Communication, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management are also important. Specific requirements differ by role.

  • How much do Enterprise Architect jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies by employer, location, industry, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, so candidates can explore opportunities at that compensation level.

  • What is the difference between an Enterprise Architect and a Solution Architect?question toggle

    An Enterprise Architect typically guides architecture across an organization or major business domains, while a Solution Architect generally designs the technical approach for a specific product, project, or solution. Responsibilities can overlap depending on the company.

  • Which industries hire Enterprise Architects?question toggle

    Enterprise Architects are hired across industries with complex technology environments, including financial services, healthcare, technology, manufacturing, retail, and government.