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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$180K - $220K *

Unlock potential by leading an innovative engineering team focused on VR human interfaces. Drive the vision, enhance user experience, manage cross-functional collaboration, and elevate technical excel...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$180K - $220K *

Pioneer a vision for the VR human interface layer, leading multiple teams to build intuitive, seamless input modalities and UX frameworks that enhance user interaction across cutting-edge consumer tec...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $150K *

Transform information security practices by leading a dedicated team to build and mature a comprehensive security program across governance, risk, compliance, and incident response, while enabling inn...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$156K - $174K *

Lead and mentor Agile teams in delivering high-quality software solutions while driving innovation and enhancing product performance through an AI-first culture. Collaborate with stakeholders to align...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$244K - $335K *

Lead the charge in platform engineering for Identity, managing a team that bridges strategic direction and execution. Drive demos, evaluations, and operational rigor to enhance product representation...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Drive cloud evolution through effective management of migration and operations, standardizing practices across platforms and teams, ensuring reliability, scalability, and excellence in service deliver...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $290K *

Advance the future of manufacturing by leading complex robotics and automation programs, integrating AI-driven systems to enhance production capability and efficiency, while coordinating cross-functio...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading high-performance data integrations. Collaborate across teams to enhance scalability and reliability of our platform, while mentoring junior engineers and optimizing system...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $180K *

Partner with us to drive reliability and architectural excellence across enterprise services while transforming operations through proactive incident management and observability strategies...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K - $176K *

Join our team to empower security by engineering automated policies and multi-cloud hygiene. Work collaboratively to reduce developer workload and enforce security standards, enhancing secure delivery...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $130K *

Unlock the potential of technical publications by managing project delivery and compliance. Collaborate with teams to create high-quality manuals that meet regulatory standards and customer needs, ens...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Shape the future of client engagement through leading a team that designs scalable architecture for a dynamic platform. Drive technical direction, foster collaboration, and enhance user experience wit...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K *

Transform your leadership skills to drive high-performance product teams, ensuring effective delivery of digital outcomes while fostering strong collaboration across design, engineering, and business...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Drive innovation as a Principal Software Engineer, architecting scalable data systems and mentoring teams. Collaborate to align technical strategies with business goals, solving complex challenges to...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Drive the technical direction of the Client Portal team, mentoring engineers and delivering scalable SaaS solutions through intuitive user experiences while overseeing architectural integrity and qual...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $250K *

Transform the AI landscape by leading engineering teams focused on building responsible, trustworthy AI systems for consumer devices. Partner cross-functionally to establish frameworks that prioritize...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$186K - $255K *

Help us shape innovative structural solutions for warehouse automation. Lead a high-performing engineering team while driving cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced environment focused on scal...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $160K *

Lead, mentor, and contribute to engineering excellence while managing a team of engineers. Spearhead complex software projects across diverse tech stacks and drive technical solutions that deliver val...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Empower your career by delivering exceptional platform support in a dynamic cloud environment, ensuring the reliability and performance of enterprise applications while collaborating closely with oper...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $110K *

Elevate content operations by managing platform enhancements for scalability. Collaborate with teams to streamline publishing workflows while improving user experience and efficiency across various ed...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $200K *

Drive innovation as you lead the development of embedded flight software, optimizing mission-critical systems in high-performance, real-time environments, while collaborating with a dynamic, multi-sit...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$153K - $166K *

Invent scalable cloud solutions that modernize workforce tools, applying deep engineering skills and AI expertise to enhance operational efficiency for millions of students and schools. Collaborate ac...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$146K - $177K *

Champion the transformation of corporate technology delivery, leading integration and optimization across critical business systems. Leverage deep expertise to drive efficiency and performance in cros...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $216K *

Lead the charge in designing and scaling a CI/CD platform to enable swift, safe software deployment across diverse engineering teams, ensuring robust systems for innovative medical technologies...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $216K *

Build and scale an effective CI/CD platform for diverse engineering teams, integrating deployment systems while optimizing software/firmware tooling and maintaining robust cloud and on-prem environmen...

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.