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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$230K - $270K *

Lead a software engineering team to innovate and deliver industry-defining accounting software. Collaborate with cross-functional experts to drive product vision, ensuring timely and high-quality soft...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$176K - $264K *

Develop and execute a robust security program, prioritizing vulnerabilities, conducting assessments, and guiding teams to enhance system security. Collaborate cross-functionally to raise security stan...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $200K *

Drive the evolution of scalable backend systems to enhance AI-native features across platforms. Take ownership of architecture, set engineering standards, and ensure high reliability while collaborati...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$236K - $300K *

Unlock potential by leading the evolution of our design system, transforming it into a dynamic foundation for AI-powered workflows. Collaborate across design and engineering to create seamless, high-q...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $250K *

Transform backend services and data pipelines to enhance AI-driven manufacturing workflows, ensuring reliable goods movement and intelligent agent coordination in a dynamic environment...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$281K - $422K *

Join a dynamic team leading the future of HCM Engineering, where you will drive innovation and high-quality software delivery while shaping the technical direction of a 100+ engineer organization in a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of the comprehensive tooling process, focusing on design, sourcing, and enhancement to ensure optimal performance and quality in production while leading continuous improvement initiati...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$142K - $161K *

Join our team to support the architecture and development of embedded systems for autonomous vehicles, enhancing integration between hardware and software in a hands-on production environment. Make an...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$281K - $422K *

Empower innovation as you lead a large engineering team, shaping the future of HCM. Drive technical direction and develop talented engineers while collaborating across functions to deliver high-qualit...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team dedicated to enhancing mission-critical systems through secure DevSecOps practices. You'll design and implement solutions across diverse environments, focusing on integration engineering a...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $200K *

Innovate and drive the vision for a dynamic energy purchasing platform. Lead product management through a high-growth phase, ensuring clients experience intuitive, real-time decision-making tools that...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $240K *

Lead the charge in embedded systems development, bridging hardware and software. Collaborate across teams to innovate and enhance performance, while tackling complex challenges in a dynamic startup en...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Grow a dynamic team driving OpenRouter’s provider ecosystem, managing innovations across diverse models and endpoints, ensuring quality and efficiency in inference services for millions of requests da...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to drive impactful customer solutions, bridging technology and client needs. Oversee program delivery, manage cross-functional interactions, and enhance integration experiences, en...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$141K - $169K *

Join a team that's implementing cutting-edge AI solutions to enhance infrastructure efficiency, automation, and security. Collaborate closely with engineers to deliver robust cloud and AI platforms th...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$147K - $176K *

Shape the future of cloud and AI infrastructure by building secure, automated solutions. Collaborate with a skilled team to enhance platform delivery, drive efficiency, and embrace innovation in a dyn...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $220K *

Shape the future of software engineering by leading teams, driving architectural innovation, and enhancing quality processes, ensuring scalable solutions meet strategic goals while fostering talent in...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $252K *

Drive innovation as a Principal Software Engineer, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance our AI-driven contract management platform, delivering scalable solutions that empower legal and...

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3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $220K *

Transform the future of incident response by leading AI-driven engineering initiatives. Drive strategy, architecture, and team growth to enhance reliability and efficiency in complex production enviro...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $150K *

Shape innovative cloud and hybrid infrastructure solutions while collaborating with diverse teams to ensure security, scalability, and efficiency in store technology operations. Elevate performance th...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $170K *

Advance your career by managing complex healthcare deployment projects. Engage stakeholders, drive collaboration, and deliver measurable outcomes while utilizing your technical skills to optimize work...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$165K - $185K *

Optimize the reliability and performance of production systems by leading incident management, establishing SLOs, and driving infrastructure automation. Collaborate across teams while mentoring engine...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $166K *

Advance innovation at the forefront of engineering by leading teams to design scalable, cost-effective fiber networks. Drive operational excellence, manage vendor partnerships, and ensure compliance w...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$125K - $166K *

Transform your engineering career by leading teams that design scalable, cost-effective fiber networks. Drive innovation and quality as you oversee engineering processes and manage internal and extern...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $145K *

Transform your career by mastering CI/CD pipelines and release automation. Influence software delivery speed and quality while leading initiatives across engineering teams and enhancing distributed bu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.