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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$213K - $273K *

Lead the technical vision for scalable backend systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate product goals into executable strategies. Mentor engineers, drive architectural design, a...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Lead the charge in developing cross-functional engineering teams to optimize CI/CD practices, security integration, and operational excellence, enabling reliable software delivery in mission-critical...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $215K *

Lead the charge in designing and delivering innovative technical training programs across critical infrastructure, enhancing operational standards and competency for teams in a dynamic environment req...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $180K *

Manage and scale a global engineering organization, driving AI integration and delivery efficiency while promoting a culture of innovation, accountability, and technical excellence among remote teams...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing customer outcomes through expert technical advisory, leveraging the ServiceNow platform for successful digital transformations backed by proven methodologies and ext...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Play a key role in leading and scaling a global engineering team, fostering a culture of excellence, and integrating AI into development processes to enhance efficiency and performance across all plat...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Drive your career by leading, scaling, and modernizing a global engineering team focused on high-performance, AI-enhanced systems, while fostering a culture of innovation and accountability...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$195K - $270K *

Transform user outreach by leading a high-performing engineering team that shapes intelligent marketing infrastructures and drives measurable growth through innovative solutions and data-driven strate...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$149K - $185K *

Transform security practices by leading a talented team focused on cloud and application security. Collaborate with engineering and compliance to enhance system resilience, scalability, and integrity...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Empower progress at a leading data platform by designing scalable solutions that enable effective data processing and governance, supporting multiple teams. Join a foundational team to build a cohesiv...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $180K *

Lead and inspire a high-performing engineering team focused on cloud platform strategies to optimize technology experiences in digital retail environments, ensuring reliability and security in mission...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Drive innovation as a technical leader in Developer Experience, enhancing engineering productivity through tooling and frameworks. Collaborate with diverse teams to streamline workflows and empower de...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$248K - $279K *

Champion growth by leading a dynamic team of full stack engineers to enhance core product experiences. Collaborate cross-functionally and innovate to drive product success while nurturing team develop...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Build robust cloud infrastructure, deploy applications, and enhance operations through automation, collaboration, and cutting-edge technologies, while ensuring effective security and disaster recovery...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of cloud security by designing and securing complex cloud environments across GCP, Azure, and AWS, while providing strategic guidance and enhancing compliance for clients with a focus...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$229K - $241K *

Join a team that's dedicated to scaling innovative enterprise solutions. Lead a senior engineering team while shaping architectural direction, promoting best practices, and collaborating across functi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $130K *

Bring your expertise to a pivotal engineering role where you'll tackle high-impact projects, leading cross-team initiatives from concept to delivery, and driving significant changes across the organiz...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$280K - $315K *

Lead and innovate our cutting-edge pentesting platform, managing engineering teams to develop and scale robust systems across distributed environments. Influence architectural decisions, collaborate c...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$221K - $279K *

Lead a skilled team of engineers in developing scalable solutions for enterprise retail. Drive architectural decisions and unify integrations while fostering a culture of growth and strategic collabor...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$162K - $225K *

Unlock potential by leading a high-performing team to develop key platform capabilities, drive technical strategy, and enhance the user experience for millions. Join us in shaping the future of mental...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$147K - $293K *

Lead and develop a high-performing developer platform team, ensuring agility, scalability, and creativity while fostering collaboration across the organization and mentoring engineers to excel in thei...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$127K - $249K *

Partner with us to drive strategic HR Technology initiatives, architecting and governing the Workday ecosystem while leading AI enablement. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver impactful integrat...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$205K - $231K *

Champion the evolution of our Developer Platform by enhancing CI/CD systems, implementing AI-driven workflows, and collaborating across teams to streamline software delivery and empower developers...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$199K - $274K *

Shape the future of Cyber Operations by leading AI and security tooling architecture. As a Principal Engineer, you'll define engineering standards, ensure technical excellence, and guide a high-perfor...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $195K *

Drive innovation in platform solutions to simplify customer adoption across colocation, cloud, and data protection services. Collaborate cross-functionally to define solutions and demonstrate value in...

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2 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.