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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$229K - $258K *

Join a team that's redefining open-source library management. You'll lead architectural strategies and automation efforts across multiple ecosystems, influencing the future of platform scalability and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform the Libraries Platform by architecting a scalable, automated ecosystem-building solution. Collaborate across teams to implement efficient workflows, optimize security patch processes, and el...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career as a strategic leader in security architecture, defining and implementing secure-by-design principles across next-gen distributed storage platforms while driving cross-functional c...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$205K - $366K *

Take ownership of defining and evolving a scalable delivery model, enhancing cross-functional execution, managing complex technology portfolios, and driving impactful platform initiatives with a syste...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Lead and inspire a diverse engineering team driving cutting-edge access governance solutions. Enhance user access reviews and compliance, while leveraging AI tools for improved efficiency and quality...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $220K *

Transform the engineering landscape by building scalable AWS and Kubernetes infrastructures, writing Terraform modules, and creating seamless CI/CD pipelines. Partner with teams to enhance platform ca...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $183K *

Contribute to secure software development by leading design and implementation efforts, mentoring engineers and addressing complex challenges in client-side applications across multiple platforms incl...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$133K - $200K *

Optimize technical messaging for developer platforms by crafting credible content, driving engagement, and translating complexity into clarity. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance developer expe...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$190K - $210K *

Champion the modernization of enterprise architecture and cloud infrastructure, leading strategic planning and execution while fostering innovation, scalability, and compliance. Manage cross-functiona...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$225K - $265K *

Unlock potential by leading a transformative data engineering team focused on building robust, high-performance data platforms. Drive innovation, foster a culture of learning, and ensure impactful out...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Transform technical leadership by driving innovative strategies, mentoring teams, and ensuring architectural excellence while incorporating modern AI capabilities for enhanced software solutions and o...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$204K - $290K *

Optimize reliability across our production systems by leading a dynamic engineering team that leverages AI and operational principles to develop scalable practices, tools, and culture, ensuring perfor...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$218K - $256K *

Transform core account infrastructure by leading a dynamic team of engineers, focusing on re-architecting systems for growth and enabling innovative financial products, while fostering a culture of te...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$183K - $275K *

Elevate your impact by driving technology leadership and client success in a consultancy environment. Lead projects, optimize team performance, and enhance delivery experiences while fostering innovat...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by designing and maintaining scalable platform services that empower secure application deployment. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance engineering practices and drive continuou...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $190K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic mobile engineering team. Drive platform modernization and AI integration while fostering a high-performance culture in a collaborative environment. Shape innov...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$205K - $231K *

Transform developer experiences by architecting a robust internal infrastructure, enhancing CI/CD pipeline performance, and pioneering AI-driven automation solutions that accelerate secure software de...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $198K *

Elevate your career by driving innovation in SaaS product delivery, harnessing Microsoft technologies, collaborating with diverse teams, and optimizing complex systems to ensure scalability and reliab...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$230K - $280K *

Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge platform engineering solutions, guiding teams in Infrastructure, SRE, and DevOps. Balance delivery speed and operational excellence while driving innovation...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$193K - $285K *

Redefine the future of security at scale by leading innovative product engineering efforts. Drive collaboration, technical vision, and proactive controls to ensure a secure and resilient delivery ecos...

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5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Transform the future of platform engineering by architecting scalable solutions and improving user experience. Collaborate in a fast-paced environment where your contributions will shape a robust infr...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $155K *

Lead the charge in developing and optimizing Salesforce Field Service solutions, providing technical guidance to enhance workflows and integrations for field operations while ensuring scalability, sec...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $210K *

Deliver innovative AI solutions by leading a high-performing team, translating business needs into technology execution that drives business impact while adhering to enterprise governance standards an...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining internal systems engineering. You will lead, inspire, and develop engineers while driving critical platform initiatives across identity, access, and ITSM, ensuring effect...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$205K - $235K *

Lead the charge in driving engineering excellence and innovation in healthcare, managing a high-performing team to enhance our platform across nutrition, activity, and medication management while coll...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.