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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$142K - $196K *

Help us enhance software delivery reliability by building and optimizing systems for deploying and releasing software. Collaborate with engineering teams to implement automation and visibility tools t...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $185K *

Unlock potential by leading end-to-end video production, managing scope, budget, and schedules. Collaborate with creative teams and external partners to ensure timely delivery while optimizing workflo...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $110K *

Advance your career by designing and analyzing structural systems for high-stakes projects. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to ensure safety and compliance in mission-critical environments, en...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Engineer robust AI systems to optimize developer experience, integrating backend APIs, SDKs, and orchestration tools. Lead cross-team collaboration ensuring scalable, high-performance solutions that e...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in cloud migration by developing strategies and architectures that ensure effective, secure, and efficient transitions to cloud environments while collaborating with stakeholders to op...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of AI in healthcare by designing robust, scalable ML infrastructure, guiding engineering teams in product innovation, and establishing technical standards while mentoring future leade...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$139K - $235K *

Unlock potential by designing and evolving backend systems to shape a global platform. Collaborate across teams, make architectural decisions, and lead improvements in quality, performance, and innova...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$182K - $228K *

Engage in strategic leadership to drive engineering excellence across multiple teams, enhancing digital healthcare solutions through collaboration, innovative design, and adherence to compliance stand...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$172K - $200K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of product innovation, driving impactful solutions in healthcare. Use your strategic thinking, AI fluency, and collaborative skills to enhance our product offerings...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $170K *

Join a dynamic team to architect a cutting-edge data infrastructure, transforming data management with automated workflows for millions, optimizing real-time operations and long-term scalability in ou...

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Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join our dynamic team to modernize a legacy application, drive strategic feature development, and collaborate cross-functionally. This hands-on role focuses on enhancing product architecture while ens...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$180K - $220K *

Champion the transformation of knowledge management using AI-driven systems, enhancing employee readiness and collaboration across the organization while fostering scalable growth and innovation in le...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Empower advanced security architecture across cloud and enterprise systems, driving threat modeling, conducting architecture reviews, and setting standards for secure design to protect sensitive healt...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $180K *

Join a team that's committed to enhancing developer experience through innovative tools and resources. You will engage deeply with the community, shape product development, and create technical conten...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $130K *

Drive end-to-end project delivery for complex IT engagements, ensuring client satisfaction, budget management, and cross-functional team coordination. Lead the project lifecycle from initiation to clo...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Develop and manage comprehensive project plans to ensure successful delivery of technical implementations, collaborating with cross-functional teams while actively managing risks and customer expectat...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$157K - $185K *

Join a team that's transforming quality engineering with AI-first practices across complex SaaS environments. Lead the strategy and execution while partnering globally to enhance system validation and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in advancing quality assurance for cutting-edge radiopharmaceuticals. Oversee development quality, regulatory compliance, and team leadership, ensuring alignment with GMP and enhancing...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $250K *

Develop cutting-edge agentic AI systems by leading design, implementation, and evaluation processes. Collaborate with engineering teams to translate innovative research into scalable, real-world solut...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join us to build innovative Infrastructure-as-Code solutions that streamline client onboarding. Develop automated patterns and CI/CD pipelines to enhance security and governance, accelerating provisio...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Shape innovative software solutions by leading development projects, enhancing application performance, and providing vital support in a collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$147K - $195K *

Accelerate your career as a strategic leader driving web growth through SEO and AEO strategies. Own the pipeline contribution, lead a talented global team, and collaborate cross-functionally to enhanc...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$96K - $120K *

Join as a vital operational partner, shaping governance and strategy within product development. Drive excellence in SDLC processes and integrate tools to support organizational growth and efficiency...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Explore your potential as a technical leader in enterprise SaaS implementations, driving daily solution efforts while collaborating with clients to define approaches and ensure successful project deli...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$137K - $185K *

Take ownership of post-sales onboarding and data health for clients, ensuring seamless Mixpanel integration and delivering exceptional product analytics support to maximize customer value and trust wi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.