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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$169K - $396K *

Drive enterprise engineering strategy and process standardization across a multi-site manufacturing network. Lead asset reliability initiatives while collaborating with Operations, Supply Chain, and F...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading data analytics initiatives that drive program insights and improvements for federal transition assistance programs supporting Service members, Veterans, and families throug...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$169K - $211K *

Drive innovative design solutions for complex networking tools. Collaborate across teams to elevate user experience while tackling ambiguous challenges in a technically rich environment. Your expertis...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$226K - $282K *

Shape complex network design solutions by translating technical systems into clear, actionable designs. Collaborate with engineers and PMs to discover ambiguous problems, driving strategic product dir...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $180K *

Pioneer robust AI security measures to enhance compliance and resilience across AI systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams while driving risk mitigation and efficiency through innovative secu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $230K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of security governance in highly-regulated markets. Take ownership of critical compliance programs and cultivate a proactive security posture to enhance organizat...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $140K *

Drive end-to-end project delivery in SaaS Operations, managing multi-workstreams while collaborating with cross-functional technical teams to ensure execution, elevate risk management, and maintain al...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$239K - $358K *

Lead the AI/ML strategy, driving development, deployment, and team growth to enhance product offerings and achieve operational efficiency through innovative technologies and collaboration across depar...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $130K *

Discover exciting opportunities by leading Revenue Operations to optimize systems and processes. Drive collaboration among teams and enhance data-driven strategies for continuous growth and efficiency...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Transform product vision into actionable technical specifications while fostering collaboration across teams. Drive strategic solutions and integrations on a scalable platform, ensuring clarity and op...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Champion the future of software delivery by optimizing tools and workflows, enhancing productivity and collaboration across engineering teams to deliver faster, better, and more reliable software solu...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$215K - $269K *

Lead PowerSchool’s global talent acquisition strategy to drive business success. Shape workforce planning and recruitment initiatives while managing a diverse team to enhance hiring outcomes and stren...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $120K *

Manage the execution of the TSA Travel Services Support Program, ensuring compliance with regulations. This role requires leadership in project management, stakeholder engagement, and delivery oversig...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$107K - $204K *

Join our team as a Principal Platform Engineer, driving innovation in secure, scalable radar and command systems through advanced DevSecOps practices. Lead architecture, mentor engineers, and collabor...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Contribute to impactful partner programs as a Program Manager, guiding successful implementations and growth initiatives while collaborating across teams to meet internal and customer needs in a fast...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $150K *

Unlock your potential in a dynamic role impacting future energy systems by leading innovative transmission planning initiatives and collaborating with industry experts. Drive technical insights while...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$499K - $500K+*

Build innovative advertising systems that transform the Connected TV landscape, ensuring high performance and scalability while enhancing advertiser experiences and internal efficiencies. Join us in r...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $185K *

Drive the architecture and implementation of scalable backend systems, enhancing core services and AI capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high performance and reliability f...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Architect robust cloud infrastructure and optimize performance through automation. Collaborate with teams to enhance reliability and security while implementing best practices in CI/CD and incident re...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive the evolution of backend systems for a leading cloud platform, enhancing API design and technical integrity while navigating a mature PHP architecture. Collaborate with engineering peers to opti...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Engage in strategic leadership to enhance growth and operational excellence across diverse medium- to large-scale programs while ensuring alignment between design and technical teams...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$224K - $273K *

Lead the design and development of innovative mobile applications, enhancing user experiences in financial services while driving architectural excellence and team collaboration across diverse project...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$248K - $341K *

Elevate architecture strategy by anchoring enterprise functions and fostering collaboration across IT and enterprise applications, enhancing design consistency and quality without centralizing authori...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Transform your career as a Lead Software Engineer, driving innovation in automation and AI. Leverage your expertise to design, develop, and maintain high-performance applications while leading impactf...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $230K *

Drive the future of XR by owning the platform roadmap, enhancing partnerships, and advancing Unity's capabilities in the XR ecosystem. Influence millions of creators while navigating technical landsca...

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  •   Less than 5 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.