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 *

Grow your career with a dynamic team leading the development of a cutting-edge SaaS security platform, driving innovation for high-profile clients while ensuring top-tier performance, reliability, and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Accelerate daily operations in large-scale data centers, focusing on server hardware management, incident response, and collaboration across teams to meet critical performance targets and enhance infr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $140K *

Drive your career with innovative backend engineering as you own platform projects, enhance production reliability, and implement AI workflows while collaborating within a hybrid team environment focu...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $250K *

Lead the development of a cutting-edge AI Platform, driving strategy and innovation while mentoring a high-performing team. Collaborate across functions to enhance operational excellence and deliver i...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$345K - $399K *

Help us design and build scalable backend services for high-impact projects that empower game creators and enhance user content experiences within a robust ecosystem of tools and APIs...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$240K - $360K *

Lead architectural evolution and technical governance across network and software platforms. Collaborate within a team to shape global infrastructure designs, drive standards, and resolve complex tech...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $300K *

Drive architectural excellence and innovation in large-scale network and software platforms, shaping the future of infrastructure through strategic technical leadership and cross-functional collaborat...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$166K - $248K *

Innovate your career by guiding architectural vision across software and network platforms. Collaborate with teams to define strategies, drive technical leadership, and ensure operational excellence i...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$138K - $206K *

Empower our teams to innovate by leveraging your technology expertise in Identity Governance solutions. Collaborate with high-performing groups to enhance operational efficiency, automate processes, a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $206K *

Innovate and lead the development of IAM solutions, leveraging cloud technologies and automation. Collaborate with high-performing teams to enhance operational efficiency and deliver impactful data to...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Elevate engineering excellence by leading teams through transformative quality initiatives. Drive hands-on technical leadership, fostering AI-driven practices, enhancing quality frameworks, and ensuri...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$207K - $300K *

Drive innovation at scale by managing engineering teams and overseeing large infrastructure projects focused on data privacy and security for Search products globally, ensuring compliance and enhancin...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Strategize and implement a robust enterprise architecture and technology strategy, engaging with executive leadership to drive innovation through AI and automation while ensuring operational reliabili...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$210K - $260K *

Advance by building a robust API platform that enhances AI integration across tools, ensuring seamless developer experiences through sound design principles and innovation in a dynamic startup environ...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $270K *

Partner with us to design and deploy innovative DevOps solutions. You'll integrate and automate complex systems while ensuring their performance across diverse environments, driving continuous improve...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $140K *

Innovate within our dynamic team to develop cutting-edge mortgage processing solutions. Lead full-stack Java and React development with Kubernetes and cloud-native technologies to enhance user experie...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Unlock potential by transforming satellite-derived vegetation intelligence into actionable insights for utility customers while enhancing climate resilience and optimizing workflows with geospatial an...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$190K - $257K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of building scalable and innovative infrastructure systems that directly enhance user experiences and drive meaningful change across our platform, making a global i...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$176K - $294K *

Architect robust data frameworks that power AI-driven solutions, ensuring seamless data flow and integrity. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver optimized data products while leading a team dedic...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$185K - $215K *

Shape the future of product engineering by leading a Revenue team focused on AI-native solutions. Balance hands-on development and strategic management to elevate execution and coding standards while...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $225K *

Transform technology and digital platforms as a senior leader driving innovation and overseeing the software lifecycle, ensuring alignment with business goals while enhancing operational excellence an...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Optimize high-performance infrastructure to scale our systems and enhance data-driven decision-making for clients. Collaborate on architectural solutions to improve reliability and efficiency across t...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $95K *

Lead the charge in manufacturing excellence, overseeing military vehicle chassis production. Drive operational efficiency, ensure compliance with standards, and collaborate across teams to meet qualit...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cloud and on-premises systems! Provide expert support, resolve complex technical issues, and lead projects in a dynamic MSP environment where collaboration and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Transform your career by enhancing our flagship software platform and innovating new products in a fully remote environment. Collaborate directly with the CTO in a nimble, adaptable team focused on im...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.