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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$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in architecting and optimizing cloud infrastructure to boost development productivity, manage CI/CD pipelines, and enhance operational excellence across teams in a dynamic and collabor...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$220K - $331K *

Shape the future of cloud infrastructure by leading high-impact initiatives, enhancing developer experience, and building AI-augmented platforms that empower engineers and streamline workflows across...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Inspire product innovation by leading platform strategy and ecosystem development. Collaborate with engineering and stakeholders to enhance API and SDK usability, ensuring technical alignment and maxi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $250K *

Inspire cloud innovation as a strategic leader overseeing operations, security, and financial governance. Partner across teams to drive excellence in cloud services and ensure reliability, compliance...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$248K - $310K *

Lead and manage cross-functional teams to enhance platform efficiency and developer experience while driving technical innovation in a secure, scalable environment. Empower engineering talent and tran...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Pioneer a robust Infrastructure & SRE function: ensure reliability, security, and scalability while leading a talented team. Collaborate closely with engineering peers, drive operational excellence, a...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $250K *

Join a team that drives innovative engineering solutions for clinical trials. Lead a talented organization, reshape technology strategy, and enhance operational efficiency while delivering impactful A...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $225K *

Elevate the Adobe practice by leading global teams, ensuring client success, delivering innovative solutions, and driving excellence across projects in the Adobe ecosystem including AEP, AEM, and Work...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $205K *

Elevate cloud innovation by leading dynamic engineering teams to design, build, and ensure resilient platforms. Drive automation and governance while collaborating cross-functionally to deliver missio...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Transform product outcomes and drive AI innovation as you lead software engineering teams. Engage cross-functionally to define success, accelerate your teams, and foster a culture of learning and trus...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $185K *

Discover your opportunity to shape robust CI/CD pipelines and cloud infrastructure while driving reliability and efficiency in a senior engineering role that bridges DevOps, automation, and vibrant cr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $230K *

Empower your engineering team by managing roadmap execution, optimizing agile processes, and fostering collaboration. Use your SaaS expertise to lead diverse teams in delivering high-quality data-driv...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$205K - $230K *

Lead a talented team in refining the developer platform, enhancing productivity through innovative tooling and systems. Drive technical strategy, operational excellence, and collaboration to empower e...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $130K *

Elevate the platform infrastructure by designing and maintaining robust solutions using Kubernetes, DevSecOps, and AWS technologies, ensuring optimized performance, security, and scalability for appli...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team to lead innovative engineering initiatives, driving the vision and execution of intelligent, cloud-based solutions while fostering collaboration and technical excellence across tea...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $140K *

Lead the charge in architecting and developing cutting-edge cloud platforms. Drive innovation through collaboration, design, and implementation of robust architectures, while ensuring reliability and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Elevate enterprise storage architecture by leading innovation in hybrid environments. Drive standards and integration while mentoring teams to enhance resilience and operational excellence across clou...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that's redefining storage architecture by leading enterprise-wide strategies and solutions across hybrid environments, ensuring operational excellence and innovation in storage provisionin...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Pioneer innovative enterprise storage architectures while driving automation and operational excellence across on-prem and cloud environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define standar...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Shape the future of enterprise storage by designing innovative architectures that drive efficiency and resilience across on-premises and cloud platforms, while influencing technical strategy and stand...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $250K *

Empower our engineering teams to innovate and execute in delivering a scalable, secure digital health platform while fostering a culture of AI integration and cross-functional collaboration within a d...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$155K - $233K *

Shape the future of our Security Operating System as a technical leader, defining the architecture and driving the strategy for a vital platform that enhances security across the enterprise through in...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's building our first US engineering presence from the ground up. Oversee hiring, establish operational processes, and ensure integration with our UK team, leading across various engin...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Grow your career with a leadership role focused on building a US engineering team. Spearhead hiring, establish operational norms, and enhance collaboration with international teams to shape a dynamic...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading a high-performing engineering team to drive technology strategy, architecture, and scalable solutions that support business growth while collaborating cross-functionally ac...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.