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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$120K - $160K *

Play a key role in defining Canva's external platform strategy while collaborating with engineering teams to ensure optimal integration and user experience. Drive technical decision-making and partner...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $130K *

Advance your career by managing complex electronic security projects for a major enterprise customer, acting as the key liaison for installation and ongoing support. Your technical expertise will ensu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $150K *

Empower innovation by developing cutting-edge solutions on custom architectures, enhancing microservices, and harnessing AI to support systems for a vast user base, fostering a collaborative and dynam...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Innovate in the development of enterprise applications using Microsoft Power Platform and Dynamics 365, enhancing business workflows and modernizing legacy systems within a federal environment while e...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$121K - $143K *

Champion engaging design solutions that drive B2B customer growth and enhance acquisition funnels across financial services, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to deliver intuitive expe...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$210K - $235K *

Champion innovative product strategy and execution for a leading private cloud solution, collaborating with engineering teams, customers, and go-to-market stakeholders to redefine private cloud manage...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Bring your expertise to a pivotal engineering role where you'll tackle high-impact projects, leading cross-team initiatives from concept to delivery, and driving significant changes across the organiz...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $240K *

Join a dynamic team to build robust data infrastructure, integrating cutting-edge technologies while collaborating with scientists to deliver impactful software solutions that enhance lab operations a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $95K *

Engage in innovative UI/UX development, collaborating with diverse teams to create intuitive interfaces for Command and Control systems, enhancing user interactions and supporting warfighter needs in...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by managing strategic customer technology initiatives across digital platforms, enabling exceptional user experiences and aligning enterprise resources to drive successful transformat...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $170K *

Join a team that's redefining operational excellence through robust cloud-native platform engineering. Your expertise will ensure scalability, security, and high availability while driving automation...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Architect the platform's coherence by merging client engagements with deep technical insights. Drive innovation while ensuring robust architectural decisions and collaborative deployment patterns. Emb...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $230K *

Join a team that's transforming education through innovative cloud-native platforms. As a Principal Engineer, you'll lead cross-functional initiatives, influence technical strategy, and mentor teams t...

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5 days ago

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

$90K - $130K *

Transform customer migrations by expertly managing processes, enabling teams, and ensuring seamless historical data transfers. Develop deep product knowledge to maintain zero-failure rates and become...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Champion the development of a cutting-edge iOS app, from architecture to user experience, ensuring high-quality standards and collaboration with cross-functional teams for a startup with substantial g...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative software solutions by leading research, design, and implementation efforts. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to enhance system performance and mentor fellow engineers...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $140K *

Unlock potential by developing integration planning and build flows for satellite subsystems. Collaborate with teams to enhance production efficiency and resolve technical challenges in a dynamic envi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$113K - $226K *

Join a dynamic team as you shape integration architecture strategies, guide IT professionals, and implement robust on-prem/cloud solutions using cutting-edge technologies. Drive innovation and ensure...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing enterprise automation by architecting and securing next-gen AI workflows. Collaborate with experts to build a resilient platform leveraging Microsoft technologies an...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Partner with us to drive innovative SharePoint and Power Platform solutions, enhancing enterprise collaboration and automation while ensuring compliance in secure environments. Play a vital role in mo...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Optimize data transformation workflows for geospatial datasets, managing ETL processes and schema design. Leverage ESRI geospatial layers and cloud services while ensuring data governance and complian...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$161K - $218K *

Deliver innovative cloud solutions by designing and operating a secure OpenStack platform, enhancing engineering workflows and driving automation, while collaborating with multiple teams to ensure rel...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $183K *

Drive innovation on an AWS-first engineering team, designing agentic AI systems using TypeScript and Python. Collaborate across teams to adopt and scale AI capabilities in banking software, ensuring h...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $175K *

Contribute to the technical direction of our platform by architecting scalable systems, enabling complex integrations, and mentoring engineers, ensuring high reliability and collaboration across teams...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$173K - $234K *

Build exceptional learner experiences by designing engaging pathways that integrate behavioral science with UX. Drive product direction and enhance user engagement, optimizing journey metrics and syst...

4 days ago

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

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.