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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$120K - $145K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of cloud and AI/ML infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security, optimize CI/CD pipelines, and automate processes, ensuring effic...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$364K - $500K+*

Strategize and lead a high-scale engineering organization to optimize machine and data center capacity, ensuring architectural excellence across critical infrastructure domains while collaborating wit...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$215K - $255K *

Shape a best-in-class recruiting team for Digital Infrastructure, driving talent acquisition strategies that align with aggressive growth targets while ensuring operational excellence and high-quality...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead and mentor a high-performing engineering team to deliver robust solutions that manage complex data workflows, driving innovation while ensuring high-quality and secure systems across product and...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$206K - $360K *

Drive enterprise-level engineering teams in commercial payments, overseeing architecture and delivery of secure, scalable platforms to enhance user experience and business outcomes. Lead modernization...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Reimagine infrastructure and operations by leading transformation initiatives. This strategic role oversees cloud strategies, ensures operational resilience, and nurtures talent in a regulated environ...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$163K - $236K *

Transform your career by leading complex, multi-disciplinary projects that drive organizational efficiency and deliver innovative data solutions across technical teams...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$240K - $260K *

Pioneer the integration of AI-driven solutions, leading the development of intelligent automation workflows that revolutionize operational efficiency across various business teams within our organizat...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to enhance enterprise security by designing and implementing robust controls. This hands-on role involves cross-functional collaboration to secure identities, endpoints, and cloud envi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Engineer scalable cloud identity solutions. Own infrastructure, automate provisioning, and evolve roles as we grow from hundreds to thousands of employees. Collaborate with IT to build a robust and se...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Drive innovation in payments technology by leading technical direction, designing scalable solutions, and mentoring teams. Blend hands-on development with strategic architecture to enhance system perf...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$457K - $500K+*

Drive the vision for Product Security, Platform Security, and Privacy Engineering, ensuring robust security and privacy standards across systems and services while leading a high-impact team in a comp...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive efficient infrastructure solutions by managing complex hybrid environments, leveraging expertise in Microsoft technologies and cloud systems to resolve issues, support services, and ensure optim...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$205K - $240K *

Champion the development of innovative edge products, ensuring reliable off-grid deployments. Lead strategy and execution for the Security Trailer Product line, enhancing customer experience and opera...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of data and AI by overseeing platform engineering, integrating cross-functional teams, enhancing capabilities, and striving for reliability and efficiency in a strategic, enterprise-w...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $200K *

Empower your career by driving AI server integration with expertise in firmware development and low-level communication protocols, delivering secure and robust solutions for high-performance customer...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $190K *

Innovate scalable platform solutions using Java and cloud tech, influencing architecture and integration while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and delivery across the...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Empower teams to deliver scalable, resilient platform solutions. Utilize your Java engineering and architecture expertise to translate complex requirements into maintainable systems that enhance perfo...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$162K - $290K *

Contribute to building cutting-edge software systems that harness AI to solve real-world operational challenges. Drive technical strategy, collaborate across teams, and develop full-stack solutions in...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$142K - $195K *

Lead large-scale infrastructure projects by driving complex deployment plans, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and ensuring timely delivery of critical network hardware and services, resultin...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$142K - $195K *

Champion the growth of global network infrastructure by driving complex, large-scale projects. Collaborate across teams to ensure timely deployment while enhancing operational efficiency and maintaini...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$142K - $195K *

Drive large-scale infrastructure projects by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring timely execution of deployment plans. Collaborate with various stakeholders to identify risks and enhance operatio...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$107K - $159K *

Champion impactful technology initiatives by leading complex IT projects, managing budgets, and mentoring teams. Develop relationships with stakeholders to drive efficiency and improve processes while...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape your career by managing a dynamic team focused on developing high-quality, real-time operating systems for critical avionics and automotive applications using Agile processes and cross-functiona...

Kanata, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Develop and lead a dynamic engineering team in delivering advanced Real-Time Operating Systems for avionics and automotive applications. Drive Agile project execution while collaborating with cross-fu...

Kanata, ONHybrid

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.