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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$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of platform engineering, driving innovation across cloud, DevOps, and site reliability. This role empowers you to build core services, enhance architecture, and m...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$198K - $298K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and execution of a transformative enterprise AI platform. Oversee multi-model governance, enhance security protocols, and drive innovation through collaboration...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K - $215K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of backend technology by leading a dynamic group of engineers to build, optimize, and operate scalable systems for geospatial data and integrations, while fosteri...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$187K - $243K *

Champion the reliability of infrastructure by leading a global SRE team of 10. Drive proactive engineering collaboration, optimize cost management, and leverage AI tools for enhanced operations and se...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $185K *

Champion complex technical programs by driving alignment and execution across teams, enhancing efficiency and visibility through scalable processes, while embedding AI solutions to boost operational e...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$215K - $295K *

Inspire innovation as a Director of Engineering, leading a talented team to shape product architecture and strategy. Cultivate a results-driven culture while aligning technology investments with busin...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $225K *

Elevate AI systems by architecting seamless integration across platforms, enhancing workflow orchestration and operational security, while ensuring robust infrastructure and performance metrics for on...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$206K - $257K *

Help us lead a strategic engineering team focused on AI initiatives. As the Software Engineering Manager, you will drive innovative prototypes and integrate cutting-edge solutions while mentoring seni...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$220K - $265K *

Build a high-performing platform team that drives shared services across engineering. Lead initiatives in AI, reliability, and developer experience while collaborating with cross-functional teams to s...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Engage with us to lead and scale a top-tier engineering organization, driving innovation in Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) solutions. Elevate teams and deliver strategic value while shaping th...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate engineering excellence by leading a high-performing team focused on advancing Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) solutions. Drive innovation, collaborate cross-functionally, and shape stra...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$202K - $253K *

Shape the future of data engineering by leading a team to design and build scalable data solutions that enable data-driven decision making across the organization. Drive technical strategy and foster...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$292K - $417K *

Lead a dynamic team in shaping machine learning advancements, driving innovation in personalized streaming experiences while ensuring robust, scalable infrastructure to support high-performance deploy...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$164K - $226K *

Transform your development team by leading the design and operation of CI/CD pipelines. Drive improvements in engineering velocity and integrate AI, ensuring fast and reliable code delivery. Shape the...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading cross-functional teams to build and deploy AI solutions that enhance workflows across the organization, impacting Marketing, Sales, and more, while ensuring secure and effi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$159K - $267K *

Join a team that's designing and building a transformative video platform with cloud architecture expertise, leading development across global teams to elevate high availability video solutions for Io...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $238K *

Transform product development by leading device systems engineering efforts to enhance heart health technology, ensuring seamless integration of hardware and software while mentoring a skilled enginee...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Elevate your career by co-owning a critical MDR platform as a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Golang. Lead development of high-performance applications and shape architectural direction in a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $182K *

Inspire innovation as you lead the design of a scalable Developer Platform, crafting secure APIs and infrastructure. Collaborate across teams to enhance our tech stack and drive impactful solutions in...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$223K - $275K *

Unlock potential by leading our data platform engineering efforts. Collaborate with a skilled team to set technical strategy, enhance AI-native capabilities, and drive business impact while fostering...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$265K - $295K *

Shape the future of workload orchestration by leading a dynamic engineering team in developing infrastructure for large-scale distributed computation. Drive technical execution and collaboration acros...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$161K - $201K *

Champion the development of cloud-native Internal Developer Platforms, leveraging your 12+ years of AWS expertise to build scalable solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally, enhance developer experie...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$168K - $285K *

Lead the strategy for pipeline excellence, driving alignment across sales, marketing, and finance to boost performance and achieve revenue goals. Shape our global operating standards and enhance funne...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Elevate product strategy by managing a comprehensive product backlog, engaging stakeholders, and guiding cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that meet diverse customer needs and bus...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $150K *

Invent cutting-edge solutions to enhance local businesses with a Senior Full Stack Engineer, owning projects from design to production, influencing technical architecture, and leveraging AI tools for...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.