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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$120K - $173K *

Lead the charge in developing software engineering teams, driving modern practices, and enhancing customer-focused solutions by fostering collaboration and accountability across multiple teams in a hy...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in optimizing internal IT systems to enhance security, streamline processes, and improve employee experiences as the organization scales. Blend technical expertise with automation to s...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$203K - $345K *

Manage and optimize go-to-market initiatives by driving AI-first workflows. Lead major and minor product launches, aligning cross-functional teams for strategic execution, ensuring clarity and efficie...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your engineering career by leading innovative projects and driving strategic technology direction in a rapidly growing organization. Collaborate across teams to champion excellence and mentor...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Accelerate development capabilities by architecting intelligent tooling that automates platform readiness assessments. As a Senior Backend Engineer, you will significantly impact feature deployment ac...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Drive strategic delivery excellence across a $55M telecom portfolio, leading complex engineering programs while fostering client engagement and operational innovation. Elevate team performance and inf...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$272K - $431K *

Drive innovation by leading the development of cutting-edge AI infrastructure. Collaborate with a dynamic team to design robust cloud-native solutions, enhance Kubernetes management, and optimize depl...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Develop scalable user interface systems that enhance user experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve user challenges. Lead technical projects and mentor engineers to elevate code qua...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform surgical innovation by designing and developing vital software for robotics applications. In this role, you will shape technology that enhances surgical precision and outcomes through rigoro...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$182K - $251K *

Join our team to lead the strategy and vision for innovative data products, enhancing our data platform and customer experiences. Collaborate across teams to drive exceptional insights and deliver sol...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $150K *

Engage in designing, building, and operating multi-environment infrastructures to support customer workloads across diverse environments, including public cloud and isolated setups, with a focus on au...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Optimize application security for high-volume API interactions, ensuring the safety of complex mobile and web SDKs, server APIs, and desktop apps while engaging with clients to enhance product and sec...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $180K *

Elevate the construction industry's potential by innovating marketplace services, rapidly developing prototypes, optimizing products, and mentoring engineers while collaborating with customers to shap...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$87K - $135K *

Drive innovation by architecting scalable infrastructure solutions and mentoring engineers. Collaborate with a dynamic DevOps team to tackle technical challenges while ensuring system security and eff...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $190K *

Champion the development of cohesive customer experiences through innovative agent architecture, ensuring seamless interaction across diverse platforms. Leverage your systems thinking to enhance produ...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team to drive client success through effective implementation of advanced MMM solutions. Engage with stakeholders, optimize processes with AI, and translate complex data insights into a...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$228K *

Transform the engineering landscape by leading a multidisciplinary team focused on scaling and securing platforms. Drive technical excellence, foster collaborative environments, and shape strategy to...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive the evolution of the digital sales experience in automotive retail, focusing on in-store deal-making and seamless online connections to enhance dealer and consumer journeys. Collaborate with cro...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$192K - $251K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-quality design technology solutions that empower product builders across multiple domains, fostering AI-driven innovation and inclusive practices while mentoring a m...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$181K - $251K *

Elevate our card product growth by driving customer activation and onboarding. Shape user experiences through data-driven experiments and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance engagement...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$170K - $185K *

Tackle infrastructure challenges by defining standards, driving strategy, and earning trust across development teams. As a Staff Engineer, influence platform policies, oversee CI/CD practices, and enh...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in cybersecurity compliance by managing complex client accounts, guiding them through compliance engagements, and architecting technical GRC frameworks to ensure top-notch client servi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Unlock new possibilities by developing and maintaining innovative cloud infrastructure, ensuring stable and secure service delivery across diverse environments while collaborating closely with cross-f...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Advance cutting-edge AI infrastructure by leading the development of high-performance data movement architectures for GPU, CPU, and storage interactions. Collaborate closely with engineers to optimize...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Reimagine data management by building robust systems for signal sources, ensuring real-time trustworthiness and value retrieval. Collaborate with teams to mitigate data failure modes while enhancing t...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.