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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$125K - $150K *

Drive the modernization of a critical enterprise data platform while leading a team of engineers. Focus on Oracle PL/SQL and cloud migration, ensuring high-quality delivery, team growth, and effective...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $162K *

Empower developers by pioneering the optimal experience in identity integration. Lead product strategy for tools that transform IAM complexities into seamless, intuitive solutions, promoting adoption...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$195K - $270K *

Lead the architectural strategy and development of Upstart's pricing platform, influencing revenue streams and enhancing product strategies across various financial services and machine learning initi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $240K *

Champion partner integrations by bridging technology and business needs. Lead technical discussions, design solutions, and ensure seamless onboarding for a diverse range of B2B partners while optimizi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$263K - $329K *

Join a team that's redefining networking by leading the design and execution of our dataplane platform. You'll drive product strategy, enhance user connectivity, and ensure top-tier performance for ov...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$133K - $238K *

Empower the evolution of core technology platforms, uniting diverse teams to drive automation and robotics initiatives. Leverage your technical program management skills to deliver high-impact outcome...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $195K *

Champion the end-to-end execution of a dynamic aerospace engineering program, driving collaboration across teams and managing customer engagement. Leverage your leadership skills to deliver complex te...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $210K *

Manage global payroll operations across 18 countries, ensuring accurate, compliant processing while enhancing employee experience. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive payroll strategy, automation...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $225K *

Accelerate technical excellence across Corporate IT by leading modernization, establishing governance, and driving automation for enterprise services, while mentoring teams and serving as a key adviso...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate operational excellence across production systems and cloud infrastructure while leading a diverse team responsible for security, IT corporate functions, and incident response; drive continuous...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$188K - $265K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI infrastructure by leading technical direction, ensuring platform architecture meets company ambitions, and fostering collaboration across engineering teams f...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$193K - $285K *

Champion the design and operation of security services, ensuring safety and resilience for delivery systems. Collaborate across teams to foster secure practices while guiding and mentoring engineers t...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the design and implementation of advanced building management systems for data centers, ensuring integration and compliance across multiple platforms to achieve optimal performance and reliabilit...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in transforming our platform capabilities by guiding an expert team through innovative development and seamless migration to advanced Microsoft technologies in a highly regulated envir...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $185K *

Lead the charge in AI-driven developer tools, enhancing engineering productivity and quality. You will spearhead modernization initiatives, integrating AI insights to elevate coding practices and crea...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$221K - $279K *

Empower your career by leading the Enterprise Fulfillment engineering team, setting technical vision, owning engineering roadmaps, and fostering a culture of excellence with 10+ engineers while collab...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive innovative solutions in a collaborative environment, impacting strategic projects across diverse functions. Join a dynamic team that champions growth and creativity while navigating industry cha...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Transform infrastructure for GenAI and LLM workloads. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize and scale GPU-accelerated systems, ensuring efficiency in deployments and driving innovation i...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Play a key role in enhancing our security posture by managing vulnerabilities, developing policies, and leading compliance efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvem...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the development of scalable, high-performance systems by leveraging your full stack expertise. Collaborate with a motivated team to deliver impactful features for a user-focused platform in a dyn...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $200K *

Architect identity solutions and build IGA connectors, enhancing security and compliance through lifecycle workflows and integrations in diverse environments. Engage in continuous improvement and supp...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Drive AI-accelerated migration capabilities for law firms with a focus on architecting and implementing scalable, repeatable migration processes while leading a dedicated engineering team to ensure hi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$136K - $177K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise application management by leading and overseeing innovative engineering and project execution across important enterprise ecosystems, ensuring support for stra...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $150K *

Empower AI capabilities by overseeing infrastructure for production AI solutions. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to enable operational readiness, monitor performance, and drive contin...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $322K *

Drive operational excellence by leading AI infrastructure programs and ensuring clarity in demand and supply management, risk tracking, and delivery coordination across engineering and research teams...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.