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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$135K - $160K *

Shape our infrastructure by leading the technical direction, defining standards, and owning AWS, PostgreSQL, and CI/CD pipelines at scale while ensuring uptime, performance, and security in our growin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in developing a cutting-edge data and ML platform, enabling seamless analytics and machine learning capabilities to enhance healthcare solutions. Oversee system architecture evolution...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $190K *

Lead the charge in transforming digital software engineering, overseeing the strategic direction and operational excellence of our digital applications, focusing on user experiences and driving innova...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that shapes backend engineering and infrastructure solutions. You’ll enhance cloud services and CI/CD pipelines while ensuring system reliability and deploying critical features that suppo...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of our DevOps practice, ensuring infrastructure quality and security. Collaborate with engineers to enhance CI/CD processes and incident management, driving efficiency and reliability i...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $270K *

Lead the charge in Workforce Transformation by measuring AI’s impact, redesigning roles, and shaping skills for the future. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to anticipate workforce needs and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$141K - $218K *

Manage a skilled platform engineering team, driving innovation and reliability of our Cloud Platform, while shaping workflows, hiring talent, and collaborating cross-functionally to elevate IoT device...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $195K *

Transform the engineering landscape by leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative products that meet safety, quality, and cost targets while nurturing talent and driving continuous improvem...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance customer integration and drive AI workflow adoption. Lead engineering functions, convert technical success into growth, and shape product development based on user feedb...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $220K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead complex infrastructure programs across compute, networking, and data centers. Drive execution, manage dependencies, and develop extensive expertise while collaborating...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $220K *

Join a team that's driving innovative infrastructure initiatives in compute, network, and data center operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to oversee project execution while developing...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $220K *

Optimize infrastructure programs across data centers, hardware, and networking while collaborating with teams to ensure successful execution and delivery. Expand your expertise and lead projects from...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$244K - $313K *

Empower teams by leading cloud infrastructure and DevOps strategies, ensuring reliability, scalability, and security. Collaborate across functions to optimize performance and drive innovation in produ...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Drive alignment and operational clarity across technical organizations. Manage a core Platform and Infrastructure team, coordinating between product goals and technical execution to ensure effective d...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive innovation as a Principal Software Engineer, shaping next-gen macOS and Linux endpoint technology. Influence architecture, implement features, and collaborate across teams to elevate product qua...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$187K - $242K *

Grow your career with a senior role driving the design and management of cloud-native infrastructure. Lead a team, collaborate across functions, and implement innovative solutions for hybrid environme...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $175K *

Empower your career by designing and standardizing our data integration platform, leveraging Microsoft Fabric to create exceptional engineering standards while collaborating with a dynamic team focuse...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead end-to-end technology delivery, managing client relationships and team execution. Ensure quality, budget, and schedule adherence across multiple workstreams while driving expansion opportunities...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Explore a pivotal role leading end-to-end tech delivery for client engagements. Shape credibility and drive stakeholder alignment while managing delivery performance across multiple workstreams in a f...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Innovate and lead the design of a flexible EAV data model and schema platform, enhancing enterprise data management with AI-assisted tooling and robust observability while mentoring a collaborative en...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic engineering organization, overseeing the full technical chain from design to production, while building a robust supplier ecosystem and mentoring a talented te...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Reimagine the technical program management landscape by unifying diverse teams, streamlining processes, and driving impactful projects that enhance product delivery and quality. Collaborate closely wi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead a dynamic team of Forward Deployed Engineers to implement impactful digital solutions across multiple sites, enhancing operational efficiency and driving measurable business success through hands...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Drive impactful program delivery across diverse teams, ensuring alignment across infrastructure projects. You'll bridge engineering and leadership, tackling risks and optimizing processes for peak eff...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$208K - $347K *

Reimagine our data platform as you lead architectural strategy and execution. Drive transformative AI initiatives while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and efficiency in...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.