Find Top Director of Platform Engineering Jobs at Ladders

With Ladders, you can discover lucrative Director of Platform Engineering opportunities that allow you to take your career to the next level. Each job has been thoroughly examined to ensure that it offers at least $100k per year.

Why Choose a Career as a Director of Platform Engineering?

A Director of Platform Engineering is a key role in any company. They are responsible for the overarching strategy of an organization's platform development and oversee the work of multiple engineering teams.

Qualifications Needed for Director of Platform Engineering Jobs

Most Director of Platform Engineering roles require a minimum of a bachelor's degree in a related technical field, such as Computer Science or Engineering. Proven experience in software development and team management are also typically required.

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$240K - $270K *

Join a dynamic team to shape a cutting-edge financial platform that enhances AI-powered transactions. Lead cross-functional initiatives, ensuring compliance and innovation while driving growth across...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$169K - $192K *

Elevate your engineering career by driving impactful software solutions across backend services, APIs, and data workflows, while collaborating with diverse teams to enhance security and operational ef...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$149K - $271K *

Make your mark at the forefront of security innovation. Lead and shape cutting-edge operations, drive AI integration, and redefine security strategies to protect millions and ensure robust threat mana...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $175K *

Unlock potential by owning cloud infrastructure and reliability, improving CI/CD pipelines, and enhancing observability in a dynamic engineering environment focused on innovation and greenfield projec...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Champion engineering excellence by leading teams to enhance customer experience, drive innovation, and implement best practices in technology across product lines while fostering a collaborative and h...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $190K *

Elevate your career by designing and enhancing web applications in an agile environment, utilizing your object-oriented programming expertise to deliver scalable solutions and support production opera...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Transform software quality by leading test strategy, enhancing automation, and fostering innovation. Drive collaboration across teams to ensure comprehensive testing while mentoring QA engineers and o...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$240K - $260K *

Join us as you lead cross-functional teams in engineering, driving innovation while balancing rapid experimentation and scalable solutions across mobile, web, and backend products that shape the futur...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $150K *

Inspire excellence by leading a dynamic team of sales engineers, driving revenue growth through technical expertise and strategic collaboration while fostering a culture of high performance, inclusivi...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $170K *

Transform healthcare technology by designing and developing scalable cloud-native applications, enhancing user experiences while ensuring system reliability and compliance in a dynamic, cross-function...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$184K - $205K *

Engineer innovative AI solutions that enhance HR efficiency and employee experiences, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful automation projects throughout the employee lifecyc...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $155K *

Shape the future of engineering excellence by defining technical standards, leading complex software design, and mentoring the next generation of engineers while driving platform strategy and ensuring...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $230K *

Join a team that's transforming education through innovative cloud-native platforms. As a Principal Engineer, you'll lead cross-functional initiatives, influence technical strategy, and mentor teams t...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$260K - $325K *

Architect the strategy for a cloud-based quantum developer platform, driving adoption by integrating classical computing workflows with quantum capabilities, defining future platform needs, and measur...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's committed to enhancing cybersecurity for critical platforms. Lead proactive security operations, ensure compliance, and collaborate across technical and operational teams to safegua...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $250K *

Advance operational excellence by leading building automation systems for a global fleet, ensuring optimal coordination and continuous improvement of critical environments to meet AI workload demands...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$260K - $345K *

Explore a pivotal role driving advanced autonomous SDLC capabilities. Collaborate across teams to pioneer AI-driven engineering practices, enhancing productivity and quality. Leverage your expertise t...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$129K - $187K *

Pioneer a transformative approach in customer onboarding and implementations by leading high-impact teams. Drive technical excellence, enhance customer journey, and cultivate trusted partnerships acro...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $210K *

Champion infrastructure excellence by enhancing AWS solutions to support scalable, reliable, and secure applications while collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement innovative features an...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $157K *

Empower customer success and technical teams by developing innovative training programs that drive performance and growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance onboarding, skills, and measurable...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$200K - $210K *

Lead the creative vision and direction of a growing SaaS brand, inspiring a talented team while ensuring consistent brand expression across multiple channels. Partner cross-functionally to enhance dig...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$208K - $327K *

Shape the future of AI platforms by defining product vision and leading initiatives that enhance developer experiences across large-scale systems, driving clarity and alignment within a dynamic cross...

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5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to crafting exceptional web applications. Leverage your Angular expertise and UI design skills to deliver innovative solutions while driving technical excellence and enhan...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $320K *

Optimize developer productivity by owning the monorepo and enhancing the build/test/deploy systems for a fast-growing team. Collaborate for operational excellence across a multi-cloud infrastructure...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $190K *

Transform your career by designing a cutting-edge analytics platform. Collaborate with diverse teams, standardize processes, and drive innovation to enhance trading analytics and improve scalability i...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Platform Engineering do?question toggle

    A Director of Platform Engineering oversees the development and management of platforms in a company, guides strategy development, and ensures efficient operation of engineering teams.

  • What skills are needed for a Director of Platform Engineering job?question toggle

    Technical knowledge in software development, leadership skills, team management, and strategic planning are key skills for this role.

  • How much can I expect to earn as a Director of Platform Engineering?question toggle

    Salaries vary widely depending on experience and location. However, all jobs listed at Ladders pay over $100k per year.

  • What qualifications do I need to be a Director of Platform Engineering?question toggle

    Typically, these roles require a bachelor's degree in a related technical field and significant experience in software development and team management.