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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$185K - $297K *

Drive a team of engineers to deliver innovative solutions and foster a high-performance culture by empowering individuals to excel and aligning technical execution with business objectives, ensuring i...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Champion the transformation of core platform architecture to drive swift, impactful solutions and elevate engineering capacity, leading cross-functional teams to redefine foundational capabilities and...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Champion strategic technical initiatives that enhance Core Platform's infrastructure and security, empowering engineering teams to build rapidly and reliably for enterprise customers while maintaining...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of fintech infrastructure, where you'll own core platform systems, drive security and reliability, and enhance engineering efficiency from the ground up while col...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $260K *

Lead the charge in operationalizing ecosystem strategies across multiple partners, enhancing co-sell and fulfillment processes, and developing scalable engagement models to drive revenue growth and ec...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform your career by leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative software solutions. Drive engineering excellence, mentor talent, and enhance collaboration while ensuring high-quality, sc...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $171K *

Lead a dynamic engineering team by driving technical excellence, fostering collaboration across departments, and ensuring high-quality software delivery through innovative approaches and hands-on cont...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$202K - $274K *

Empower the evolution of Identity systems by re-architecting for multi-product success. Collaborate with engineering teams to tackle design challenges and deliver scalable solutions that enhance user...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in cloud transformation initiatives, serving as a principal architect who provides technical oversight and innovative solutions for client projects, ensuring seamless delivery and ment...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K - $230K *

Transform high-performance platform marketing by defining compelling narratives. Engage with technical audiences to position advanced infrastructure capabilities. Drive go-to-market strategies and inf...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $180K *

Empower an engineering team to enhance the software development lifecycle. Lead initiatives in developer experience, cloud services, and operational reliability, driving collaboration and innovation w...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$232K - $325K *

Empower engineering teams to innovate AI-assisted workflows, ensuring scalable, secure, and effective software development by aligning cross-functional strategies, driving organizational change, and p...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$265K - $424K *

Champion a high-performing PreSales team to drive technical excellence and AI integration. Lead strategy execution across diverse teams to optimize corporate segment sales and enhance customer engagem...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Transform our infrastructure by building secure, resilient systems in cloud and edge environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless deployment and operational excellence for...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$116K - $157K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing and evolving our MySQL infrastructure, enhancing application performance, and ensuring system reliability while tackling innovative challenges in database ma...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive the strategy for zero trust security by developing policies, automating tooling, and managing compliance within the enterprise landscape while ensuring the integrity of sensitive data through ex...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$152K - $190K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of healthcare through innovative software solutions. As a technical leader, you'll drive the design and development of next-gen clinical data platforms while ment...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's enhancing productivity and driving innovation by leveraging AI-driven solutions for managed services. Collaborate across functions to design, implement, and support applications, op...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in transforming Warehouse and Transportation Management capabilities through strategic program execution, agile methodologies, and cross-functional leadership to drive growth and conti...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$136K - $204K *

Shape the future of cloud computing by architecting and maintaining high-performance networking and compute platforms. Collaborate with product teams and mentor peers to drive innovation and ensure re...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$225K - $275K *

Empower engineering excellence as you lead a team driving high-quality software delivery. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance team culture and ensure reliability in a compliance-focused environm...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $200K *

Inspire a dynamic team to elevate AI/ML engineering efforts, managing scalable solutions and bridging data science with production-grade services. Drive strategic collaboration and operational excelle...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$191K - $270K *

Transform the future of AI-driven personalized commerce by leading engineering strategy, execution, and culture for platform teams. Drive customer engagement through innovative AI technologies, delive...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$153K - $179K *

Transform the core of laboratory operations by leading complex software initiatives, mentoring engineers, and optimizing scalable systems to enhance efficiency and drive technical excellence across ou...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $177K *

Architect modern services that enhance a critical production platform while ensuring stability and reliability of legacy systems through careful, incremental modernization and pragmatic engineering pr...

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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.