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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$116K - $178K *

Transform the developer experience by building, maintaining, and optimizing an internal platform that supports reliable software delivery across multi-cloud environments, ensuring operational excellen...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Engage with enterprise customers to shape product priorities, bridge sales and engineering teams, and drive product success. Lead the communication loop, prioritize customer needs, and implement high...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$245K - $265K *

Lead a high-impact security operations team to enhance incident response and infrastructure capabilities, ensuring security maturity and operational excellence while supporting growth in a complex mul...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance network operations, leveraging AI insights to boost reliability and efficiency while mentoring peers and guiding technical solutions across various segments of the organ...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$175K - $225K *

Elevate brand storytelling by leading a dynamic content team to create compelling, human-focused narratives that drive engagement and support market growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to harness i...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$400K - $500K *

Drive innovation by leading a large-scale engineering team focused on identity resolution and data platforms. Shape strategic roadmaps to enhance data capabilities while ensuring compliance and scalab...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Elevate security measures effectively by leading hands-on security engineering efforts, focusing on application, product, and infrastructure security while driving automation and ensuring compliance i...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Contribute to seamless client onboarding by implementing secure, compliant IT solutions. Collaborate with engineers and project managers, ensuring reliable outcomes through detailed planning and execu...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $173K *

Accelerate the evolution of our cutting-edge Cloud Ecosystem by leading a high-performing engineering team. Own product vision, enhance developer experiences, and drive operational excellence with AI...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $105K *

Build operational excellence in project coordination by supporting Team Leads in tracking, documentation, and reporting. Enhance visibility into project execution and contribute to consistent delivery...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$120K - $160K *

Optimize project execution by leading a skilled engineering team to deliver innovative software solutions while managing costs and schedules to meet customer satisfaction and organizational goals...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$204K - $266K *

Grow your career with this leadership role guiding Solutions Engineers while collaborating with sales to enhance customer solutions and drive revenue growth in a dynamic, fast-paced environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$209K - $262K *

Drive architectural vision and strategies for scalable systems across diverse product squads ensuring top-tier technical excellence and compliance in healthcare solutions...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$172K - $240K *

Advance your career as a Principal Consulting Engineer, driving large-scale technology solutions, collaborating with clients and teams, and innovating on technical strategies to deliver exceptional se...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $192K *

Engage in critical investigations of anomalous activities, analyze threat intelligence, and drive detection engineering. Collaborate across teams to design scalable prevention and response efforts, wh...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $135K *

Transform cloud strategies as a leader in enterprise architecture, guiding the shift to a robust cloud environment while ensuring scalability, governance, and cost-efficiency across the organization t...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Shape integration solutions by designing and maintaining SAP Process Orchestration tools to enhance enterprise-wide business processes. Collaborate with teams to ensure data flow, performance, and com...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $175K *

Shape the future of fintech by developing and maintaining core backend services while collaborating in a dynamic, remote-first team that thrives on innovation and independence...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Build your career with an innovative team driving data systems for analytics and AI. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize data processing while ensuring high data quality and governance standard...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of shared services by developing robust APIs and backend solutions in a cloud-native environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and elevate your coding...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$195K - $240K *

Pioneer operational excellence by leading transformative product strategies and cross-functional initiatives, empowering leaders to drive informed decision-making and enhance productivity within the p...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$260K - $300K *

Advance your engineering expertise by leading strategic product expansion, building robust systems across full-stack technologies, and empowering teams to leverage AI workflows for faster and high-qua...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Help us design and deploy innovative machine learning solutions for satellite imagery analytics, focusing on computer vision and predictive modeling. Collaborate with experts to enhance ML processes a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$103K - $129K *

Join a team that enhances our platform by developing features for code deployment, integrating with VCS providers, and ensuring performance excellence, all while using modern technologies in a collabo...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$161K - $237K *

Innovate and lead large-scale cloud engineering projects, shaping strategies and driving automation to enhance performance and efficiency across IT infrastructure. Collaborate cross-functionally to de...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.