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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$147K - $221K *

Drive innovation by leading the IAM Platform team, ensuring stability and scalability while transitioning to an SRE model. Utilize AI and automation to enhance security measures, foster team developme...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Innovate by leading a high-performing DevOps team to ensure system reliability, implement CI/CD practices, and drive technology initiatives that align with business objectives for enhanced operational...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Transform governance by engineering automated, measurable release processes. This role involves designing a maturity-based release framework, embedding controls in CI/CD pipelines, and scaling automat...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $275K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of cloud security, collaborating closely with engineering teams to embed security within distributed systems. Shape robust protocols while leveraging AI to enhance...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$161K - $218K *

Accelerate progress at the core of AI by building and managing the infrastructure for efficient, reliable services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure and scalable AI platform op...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $192K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI integration and infrastructure. Lead the design of an omnichannel platform and ensure performance, security, and privacy in a hybrid digital ecosystem. Driv...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $225K *

Elevate strategic initiatives by leveraging executive consulting and deep technical expertise to drive impactful solutions and foster durable client relationships in platform engineering and AI integr...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $160K *

Elevate your career by leading frontend engineering teams, modernizing web and mobile applications with React.JS, fostering a collaborative culture of excellence, and driving performance optimization...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$238K - $270K *

Lead a high-impact engineering team to develop and scale monetization platforms, ensuring reliability and operational excellence while driving strategic initiatives across cross-functional teams to su...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Elevate the future of autonomous infrastructure by leading a team to build innovative, self-healing networks and cloud solutions. Drive AI integration across all operations while empowering mission su...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Champion the evolution of a cloud-native platform, enhancing automation and observability. Design and own platform components, ensuring seamless integration and improved developer experience while wor...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $190K *

Grow your career by enhancing platform capabilities for our infrastructure team. This senior role focuses on creating reusable patterns and self-service tools to empower engineers, fostering efficienc...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $190K *

Drive the evolution of internal platform capabilities, ensuring robust infrastructure and efficient workflows for engineering teams. Collaborate on AWS-centric solutions and modernize systems to enhan...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Elevate our network support by leading Operations and Maintenance for Aruba-based WiFi, analyzing complex issues, optimizing performance, and ensuring exceptional service delivery while developing str...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $190K *

Join a team that's dedicated to shaping a cutting-edge internal platform for software and data engineers. Collaborate to enhance infrastructure workflows and ensure safe, efficient deployment in a dat...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$195K - $263K *

Lead the charge in establishing a robust security framework, ensuring the protection of sensitive financial data while fostering a culture of cybersecurity excellence and compliance. Drive strategic i...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $328K *

Drive innovation as you lead multiple engineering teams, aligning technology strategies with business goals. Influence project outcomes by fostering a culture of ownership, mentoring talent, and prior...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $328K *

Take ownership of our software engineering teams, driving business value through innovative AI-driven solutions. Foster a collaborative culture while overseeing the technical strategy, aligning engine...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $156K *

Drive complex cloud transformation initiatives, ensuring effective program execution across distributed engineering, product, and UX teams within an Agile environment. Optimize stakeholder communicati...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving the evolution of our critical data workflow platform, shaping the future of engineering productivity through leadership, architectural innovation, and cross-functional colla...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $328K *

Elevate your career by leading multiple engineering teams to enhance software delivery, aligning technical strategies with business goals while fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and ow...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $328K *

Drive engineering excellence by leading multiple teams to deliver high-quality software solutions aligned with business objectives, fostering innovation and a collaborative culture in an AI-first envi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $328K *

Oversee multiple engineering teams, aligning tech strategy with business goals while fostering a culture of ownership, innovation, and collaboration. Drive technical vision and ensure high-quality sof...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $328K *

Lead and inspire multiple engineering teams, driving alignment between technology and business objectives while fostering a culture of engagement, inclusivity, and operational excellence. Shape the fu...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $328K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence, overseeing multiple teams to align technology with business goals, fostering talent development, and ensuring the delivery of innovative software solutions a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 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.