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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$198K - $268K *

Empower a dynamic engineering team by leading technical initiatives, driving the design, development, and operation of innovative cloud services and APIs. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance bes...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of hybrid deployment support; lead troubleshooting and incident response for major cloud platforms, while collaborating closely with engineering teams to ensure pe...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Manage critical customer support for hybrid deployments across AWS, Azure, and GCP. Debug infrastructure issues, improve performance, and lead incident response while collaborating closely with engine...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform complex infrastructure challenges into seamless solutions. Join a skilled team dedicated to maintaining reliability for enterprise deployments on major cloud platforms. Engage directly with...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform the engineering landscape by leading a multidisciplinary team to develop, scale, and maintain robust software and hardware solutions, ensuring high reliability and performance in critical su...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$203K - $345K *

Champion the vision for Agentic Software Delivery, spearheading strategic innovation across CI, CD, and observability to enhance software delivery automation and customer experience while driving reve...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$262K - $355K *

Lead the charge in advancing scalable AI solutions by designing and building reliable platforms for AI workloads, collaborating across teams to enhance productivity and deliver secure infrastructure f...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$156K - $229K *

Lead the transformation of infrastructure engineering into a modern, secure, cloud-enabled function, overseeing networking, virtualization, storage, and data center operations while fostering innovati...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform cloud infrastructure for higher education products by designing, building, and operating AWS and Azure environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance reliability, automate processes, and me...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $125K *

Drive robust infrastructure solutions by leading engineering efforts, collaborating cross-functionally, and ensuring seamless service between hardware, software, and vendors. Foster a resilient IT lan...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $235K *

Transform the future of cloud security by leading the platform security vision, integrating resilient practices, and mentoring teams to innovate securely, driving collaborative growth and risk reducti...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Grow your career by leading cloud engineering initiatives across Azure, AWS, and GCP. Manage a talented team, driving cloud strategies that prioritize security, performance, and cost-efficiency. Culti...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$229K - $258K *

Empower a dynamic engineering team to deliver innovative security tools. Own product development from roadmap to rollout, fostering collaboration and driving results in a fast-paced environment focuse...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $180K *

Champion a high-impact team in data delivery, balancing hands-on technical work with leadership. Shape processes, manage priorities, and enhance systems to ensure timely, accurate data output to clien...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $180K *

Transform data delivery by leading a team in optimizing pipelines, fostering AI-driven development, and ensuring client satisfaction with hands-on technical leadership and a focus on proactive solutio...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$230K - $267K *

Engage in leading the architectural vision for a global endpoint ecosystem, defining strategies that ensure optimal security and performance in a complex hybrid environment while mentoring technical l...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $265K *

Lead the charge in optimizing Field Engineering operations to enhance revenue generation. Drive strategic planning, resource allocation, and operational performance while aligning with company-wide gr...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$199K - $285K *

Lead the execution of strategic engineering programs while managing cross-functional planning and fostering effective collaboration to meet organizational goals. Drive change and efficiency across the...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer scalable and secure infrastructure for data and AI platforms across various cloud environments, leading efforts in automation, compliance, and advanced engineering. Collaborate with cross-func...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $200K *

Reimagine security engineering leadership by guiding strategic initiatives across cloud and infrastructure security, enhancing detection engineering, and fostering collaboration to protect a multi-clo...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$202K - $290K *

Drive the strategic evolution of platform architecture, enhancing customer adoption through clear roadmaps and alignment with business objectives. Collaborate cross-functionally to manage dependencies...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $180K *

Transform facilities management by leading Plant Operations in a dynamic healthcare environment. Oversee maintenance, compliance, and budgets while collaborating with hospital staff and ensuring regul...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $200K *

Pioneer transformative technical solutions while owning complex initiatives throughout the SDLC. Collaborate with product teams to innovate and enhance a global platform, ensuring adaptability and lon...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer innovative AI systems and ensure platform reliability. Collaborate across teams to enhance security, modernize core systems, and manage CI/CD processes in a hands-on engineering role focused o...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$193K - $285K *

Redefine the future of security at scale by leading innovative product engineering efforts. Drive collaboration, technical vision, and proactive controls to ensure a secure and resilient delivery ecos...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 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.