Platform Architect Jobs

The responsibility of a Platform Architect revolves around overseeing the technological designs of software and systems within a specific platform. Their tasks include defining system architecture, guiding software teams, and ensuring overall alignment between the technology landscape and business needs.

Top Industries Hiring Platform Architects

Industries that frequently hire Platform Architects include the tech industry, telecommunications, finance, and more.

Required Skills for Platform Architects

Most Platform Architect positions require knowledge in software architecture, familiarity with cloud services, and a strong understanding of software development methodologies. They also need superb analytical skills, excellent problem-solving abilities, and a passionate focus on user experience.

Navigating Your Path to a Platform Architect Career

Start your career in high-paying Platform Architect jobs with Ladders. We provide access to numerous Platform Architect job posts from reputable companies globally.

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$160K - $200K *

Engineer innovative software systems for high-performance spacecraft, ensuring real-time, reliable control and deployment in demanding environments. Develop critical code and maintain infrastructure f...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Transform the core platform of a generative creation tool by enhancing its visual programming experience, performance, and user interaction. Drive development and ensure quality, shaping workflows tha...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$70K - $95K *

Execute and optimize security configurations for distributed firewalls and micro-segmentation, ensuring compliance and operational integrity. Collaborate in a 24/7 environment to enhance security post...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Elevate platform engineering by transforming infrastructure operations into an engineering-driven discipline focused on automation and observability. Lead a team while implementing cloud-first solutio...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Transform infrastructure by automating deployments and optimizing hybrid environments. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to implement CI/CD pipelines and employ Infrastructure as Code (IaC) fo...

Laval, QCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$215K - $300K *

Drive platform evolution by leading large-scale architectural initiatives across teams. Ensure cohesive changes and enhance developer experiences while executing cloud migrations and integrations effe...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of Earth and space situational awareness platforms by leading dynamic teams in a project-driven environment, focusing on strategic vision, operational excellence, and innovative techn...

Richmond, BCIn-Person

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation by designing and managing platform infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance, security, and scalability through advanced technologies and automation practices...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$111K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in cyber by enhancing the Advana platform. Collaborate on technical solutions and ensure operational efficiency across multiple security domains while supporting...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Transform the future of web platforms by leading engineering operations while maintaining high code quality and team efficiency. Collaborate across teams to drive technical decisions and agile practic...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $130K *

Shape the future of platform engineering by building scalable infrastructure solutions. Collaborate closely with teams to enhance delivery workflows, integrate AI capabilities, and drive security and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing platform engineering to empower users with transformative simulation technology. Your contributions will enhance product capabilities and drive user satisfaction acr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $250K *

Elevate your career by leading the React Native foundation that powers our mobile app. Drive architectural vision and operational efficiency while scaling a robust platform for new experiences in dini...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $250K *

Take ownership of mobile platform architecture to enhance our member app. Drive performance, eliminate deployment bottlenecks, and implement CI/CD pipelines. Collaborate closely with teams to scale fe...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $130K *

Drive your career with impactful platform engineering, enhancing infrastructure for AI services on Kubernetes. Collaborate across teams to deliver and improve solutions in a dynamic cloud environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Transform infrastructure security practices by implementing and maintaining distributed firewall policies and micro-segmentation rules, while collaborating with engineering teams to enhance platform s...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$79K - $131K *

Lead the charge in developing full-stack software solutions, guiding a team in best engineering practices across the SDLC, while collaborating closely with stakeholders to ensure high-quality, reliabl...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$79K - $131K *

Lead the design and development of full-stack software solutions, guiding a talented team through best practices in engineering and delivery, and ensuring high availability and performance in store en...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Partner with us to shape innovative online educational products, enhancing teacher instruction and enriching student learning through collaboration with stakeholders, UX designers, and engineers on ou...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Drive innovative cloud solutions by combining software engineering with architectural expertise. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop maintainable, scalable applications while leveraging...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$139K - $209K *

Transform enterprise technology by engineering scalable systems and features. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance and stability while driving project efficiencies and technical solutions wit...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$139K - $209K *

Lead the charge in engineering scalable systems for enterprise platforms. Collaborate with teams to enhance stability and performance while driving technical requirements and solutions in a dynamic en...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$139K - $209K *

Take ownership of end-to-end system development and enhancements for enterprise technology platforms. Lead engineering initiatives, collaborate across teams, and drive improvements in stability, perfo...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$139K - $209K *

Innovate and implement scalable solutions for critical enterprise platforms while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance system performance and efficiency. Drive project success through technical...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$139K - $209K *

Create innovative end-to-end solutions as a Platform Engineer Lead, engaging with cross-functional teams to enhance system stability, scalability, and performance while adhering to enterprise standard...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Platform Architect do?question toggle

    A Platform Architect oversees the technological designs of software and systems within a specific platform. They define system architecture, guide software teams, and ensure overall alignment between the technology landscape and business needs.

  • What skills are required for a Platform Architect?question toggle

    A successful Platform Architect generally commands strong analytical skills, excellent problem-solving abilities, a comprehensive knowledge of software architecture, familiarity with cloud services, and a deep understanding of software development methodologies.

  • What industries hire Platform Architects?question toggle

    The tech industry, telecommunications, finance, and more are among the industries that frequently hire Platform Architects.

  • Where can I find Platform Architect jobs?question toggle

    At Ladders, we provide access to numerous Platform Architect job posts from reputable companies globally.