▲2%
C$120,937
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
10%
CA$87k
MEDIAN
CA$121k
90%
CA$182k
The average salary for a Chief Architect, IT is C$120,937 in 2025
Base Salary
C$87k - C$182k
Bonus
C$10k - C$20k
Profit Sharing
C$0 - C$41k
Total Pay
C$96k - C$292k
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Common Health Benefits for a Chief Architect, IT
Medical
91%
Dental
82%
Vision
64%
None
9%
Gender Breakdown for Chief Architect, ITS
Male
83.3%
Female
16.7%
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FAQs About Chief Architect, ITS
What is the highest pay for Chief Architect, ITS?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Chief Architect, IT is CA$182k / year
What is the lowest pay for Chief Architect, ITS?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Chief Architect, IT is CA$87k / year
How can Chief Architect, ITS increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Chief Architect, IT is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Chief Architect, IT that oversees more junior Chief Architect, ITS, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.