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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$132K - $165K *

Drive engineering excellence by leading and mentoring a diverse team, establishing best practices, and overseeing product development from concept to manufacturing, ensuring alignment with customer ex...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Advance your career by joining a team that designs and secures cutting-edge AI infrastructure, enhancing platform reliability while collaborating across departments and mentoring junior engineers in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $238K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the development of scalable full-stack solutions for AI agents, integrating cutting-edge technologies and driving innovation in distributed systems and platform engineering...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $210K *

Accelerate the development of a secure enterprise agent platform, enabling teams to deploy and scale AI agents effectively. Lead architecture, governance, and operational excellence to ensure reliable...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $220K *

Join a team that's redefining platform engineering by creating a secure, scalable enterprise agent platform that supports AI agent development, deployment, and governance, enabling teams to innovate r...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Architect an innovative enterprise agent platform to enable robust, scalable AI solutions across teams, ensuring security, governance, and operational excellence while transforming agent development i...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$239K - $266K *

Lead the charge in bridging technical insights and market needs, enhancing product adoption through effective storytelling and cross-functional collaboration, and shaping Cohesity's narrative in secur...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$220K - $270K *

Drive the vision and governance of a comprehensive Salesforce ecosystem, ensuring alignment between IT and business functions. Lead strategic initiatives, optimize processes, and enhance user adoption...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $210K *

Lead the charge in building and operating an enterprise-level agent platform, ensuring reliable, governed deployment of AI agents while establishing robust security measures and fostering an exception...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive the product narrative for a comprehensive identity security platform. Lead marketing initiatives across business units while ensuring cohesive messaging and competitive positioning to enhance ma...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Drive product strategy and execution for a key engineering platform. Collaborate cross-functionally with stakeholders and lead change management efforts to ensure successful product adoption and align...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Optimize ML infrastructure by leading GPU inference initiatives, enhancing performance for real-time and high-throughput applications, and overseeing broader ML pipeline responsibilities through colla...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $94K *

Manage and deliver client-focused projects, ensuring timely execution, adherence to budget, and high-quality standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance project processes and build s...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Join our team to design and build a robust data platform, ensuring seamless analytics and integrations. Collaborate across teams to enhance data reliability and scalability, while fostering a multi-te...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $100K *

Join a team that empowers efficiency by delivering exceptional desktop and systems support. Play a key role in resolving complex IT issues while collaborating on pivotal IT projects that enhance produ...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Platform Operations Engineer, driving operational excellence for critical application infrastructure. Collaborate with federal clients while ensuring optimal uptime, pe...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$116K - $174K *

Transform mission-critical applications by contributing to all development phases, ensuring efficient code, managing production incidents, and driving continuous improvement through collaborative arch...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$183K - $260K *

Join a team that's redefining the digital landscape by leading engineering efforts. You'll drive technical strategy, mentor talent, and ensure operational excellence while collaborating with cross-fun...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Lead the evolution of scalable backend platforms to enhance live commerce. Drive team strategy, build engineering excellence, and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure reliable, performant systems...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of backend platforms by leading a dynamic team that drives engineering excellence, enhances product reliability, and influences technical strategy to support a scalable, high-performa...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $325K *

Lead the charge in engineering growth and consumer experience, shaping technical solutions and driving team performance while collaborating with cross-functional leaders to enhance patient engagement...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $325K *

Engage as a hands-on engineering leader to drive growth and consumer experiences, overseeing and mentoring a high-performing team. Collaborate across functions to implement scalable solutions, influen...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Transform backend platforms by leading and developing engineering teams. Shape strategy, drive performance, and enhance capabilities to support live commerce, while fostering a culture of excellence a...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Drive technical excellence by designing systems, setting standards, and mentoring engineers without formal management. Collaborate with Product to ensure alignment and tackle engineering challenges ac...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $150K *

Shape the future of cloud solutions by managing complex systems, optimizing performance, and implementing robust security measures to enhance national defense capabilities while advancing your skills...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.