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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$120K - $160K *

Transform complex requirements into innovative technical solutions, guiding teams in designing and implementing enterprise-scale architectures that enhance the quality of life for Veterans through the...

Virginia, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of healthcare technology by leading architectural solutions for complex programs. Collaborate with teams to design and implement enterprise-scale systems that enhance the quality of l...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Innovate technical solutions for complex programs, guiding teams through the full delivery lifecycle while ensuring alignment with business objectives and industry standards to enhance services for Ve...

Reston, VARemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$106K - $160K *

Drive innovative solutions by collaborating with sales leaders to identify opportunities, design tailored strategies, and guide prospects through the sales process, ensuring successful outcomes in AI...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $155K *

Optimize security frameworks by designing and implementing advanced architectures that safeguard systems and data. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure resilience and compliance in a dyna...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$101K - $126K *

Join a team that's redefining Salesforce architecture by integrating platforms, data, and security. Leverage your expertise to guide cross-functional teams, ensuring scalable and sustainable solutions...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $251K *

Elevate technology strategy and architectural direction, driving AI-enabled engineering transformation and solution design across Agile teams to deliver scalable, secure, and maintainable solutions wh...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $251K *

Pioneer innovative technology strategies and architectural solutions across Agile teams, driving AI-enabled engineering transformation and ensuring scalable, secure, and maintainable solutions for ent...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $251K *

Reimagine technology strategy and architectural direction, driving AI-enabled engineering transformation and solution design across Agile teams to deliver scalable, secure, and maintainable solutions...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's redefining data architecture by leading innovative modeling and integration initiatives. Collaborate with AI Engineers to create scalable datasets and optimize performance in a mult...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Elevate your career by architecting enterprise solutions for a global network. Collaborate with teams to translate business needs into technical designs, ensuring operational readiness and security fo...

Today

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$240K - $280K *

Lead the charge in architecting and deploying enterprise network solutions for a global user base, ensuring operational readiness and security while collaborating with stakeholders to meet evolving te...

Today

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$240K - $280K *

Optimize enterprise network solutions for a global user base, ensuring seamless integration and security. Collaborate with teams to translate business needs into technical requirements while providing...

Today

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $260K *

Lead the design and implementation of innovative data solutions, optimizing cloud-based systems for complex operational environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance data exploitation across diverse...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Manage the design and implementation of scalable solution architectures, ensuring alignment with business goals. Collaborate with clients and teams to resolve technical challenges and optimize system...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing scalable solution architectures that align with business goals. Collaborate with clients and teams to resolve complex technical challenges and drive successful project exe...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive the charge in designing scalable solution architectures, ensuring alignment with business goals while providing technical leadership for complex data migrations and integrations across systems...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Join us to design and implement innovative solution architectures that align with business goals. Collaborate with clients and teams to resolve technical challenges and drive project success while fos...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Advance architectural solutions by collaborating with clients and teams to design scalable, reliable systems. Drive project success through strategic insights, risk assessment, and seamless integratio...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Lead the design and implementation of scalable solution architectures, ensuring alignment with business goals. Collaborate with clients and teams to resolve complex challenges and drive project succes...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing scalable solution architectures that align with business goals. Collaborate with clients and teams to resolve complex challenges, ensuring seamless integration and optimal...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform complex technical challenges into scalable solutions by leading architecture design and integration efforts. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure seamless project execution and align...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing scalable solution architectures that align with business goals. Collaborate with clients and teams to resolve complex technical challenges and drive project success throug...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by designing innovative solution architectures that align with business goals. Collaborate with clients and teams to resolve complex challenges, ensuring seamless integration and o...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Drive innovation by crafting scalable solution architectures that align with business goals. Collaborate with clients and teams to resolve complex challenges, optimize performance, and ensure seamless...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.