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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$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in transforming Cloud Operations by driving operational health, stability, and performance for our Enterprise Imaging cloud platform, ensuring compliance, and fostering innovation thro...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$240K - $250K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing engineering strategy, managing high-performing teams, and enhancing customer-facing applications while driving technology modernization and operational exce...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform the developer experience by owning the build and deploy path, enhancing speed and reliability to empower customers from solo developers to large engineering teams. Engage closely with cross...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$225K - $265K *

Drive the growth of an engineering team focused on web application discovery, leading strategy and execution in a complex environment. Mentor engineers while ensuring high-quality deliverables and fos...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $211K *

Lead a dynamic engineering team driving innovation in a platform for self-care businesses. Foster a culture of excellence, ensuring timely delivery of high-impact projects while managing team growth a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of governance by building and managing comprehensive GRC frameworks, ensuring regulatory compliance, policy library development, and strategic vendor risk management, while collaborat...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$186K - $255K *

Help us build and own foundational cloud infrastructure that enhances self-service capabilities for various teams, focusing on security, cost-efficiency, and pipeline automation as you design a safe a...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Engage engineering teams in driving innovative governance solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives while providing technical guidance and fostering a collaborative work environment. Lead...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$214K - $295K *

Pioneer the development of innovative user experiences across platforms, harnessing deep technical expertise and leadership to enhance product design. Collaborate broadly to drive operational excellen...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $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...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $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...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $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...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $220K *

Lead as a hands-on technology leader, driving Azure strategy, reliability, and performance while managing cross-functional teams to enhance internal developer platforms and foster an agile, product-or...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Optimize product strategy and drive innovation for GRC capabilities, enhancing enterprise customer experiences. Lead and mentor a high-performing team while collaborating across departments to achieve...

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5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$163K - $224K *

Lead a talented engineering team to build and optimize key components of our core product, ensuring high quality and timely delivery while fostering a collaborative culture. Drive innovations in offli...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$436K - $500K+*

Pioneer innovative member experiences while leading a dynamic team in developing low-latency, high-throughput asset personalization systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user eng...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$115K - $150K *

Contribute to successful technical implementations across diverse client projects. Support project management tasks while collaborating with cross-functional teams and enhancing documentation practice...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $180K *

Shape innovative products in a cross-functional team, enhancing revenue management for digital-native businesses while ensuring high-quality code delivery and user-centric design...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that drives innovative content solutions for healthcare education, enhancing learning experiences by developing and managing cutting-edge content platforms that support accredited educatio...

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1 week ago

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

$246K - $339K *

Drive a transformative strategy for a cohesive developer experience; manage cross-functional initiatives to enhance productivity, integrate AI into workflows, and optimize CI/CD systems across enginee...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Define and drive identity risk strategy, working closely across multiple teams to optimize security posture and scoring models for enterprise applications. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alig...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Unlock your leadership potential by guiding product engineers in creating exceptional developer experiences. This role blends technical expertise and product vision, enabling you to drive impactful in...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$207K - $247K *

Join a team that's driving AI-native software delivery by leading diverse tech teams, aligning strategies with business priorities while championing engineering excellence and operational effectivenes...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Accelerate your career as a Principal Data Engineer, leading the design and development of innovative data pipelines while mentoring a skilled team to achieve scalable data infrastructure aligned with...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $275K *

Lead and mentor a team of engineers while overseeing technical execution. Drive innovative solutions and maintain coding practices, ensuring professional development and project delivery, all within a...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer 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.