Welcome to the Platform Engineer Job Category

Whether you're an experienced Platform Engineer or a motivated newcomer looking to break into the field, Ladders has a wide range of positions for you. From startups to Fortune 500 companies, we feature platform engineering jobs in various industries and locations.

Why Choose a Career as a Platform Engineer?

Playing a vital role in software and hardware, Platform Engineers see a high demand in every industry. This job combines both technical proficiency and strategic thinking, ideal for those who love challenge and innovation.

How Ladders Can Help You

At Ladders, we provide the tools, resources, and opportunities to advance your career in platform engineering. Start exploring today.

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$110K - $130K *

Empower successful feature deployment across platforms by building and evolving agentic workflow components, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and enhancing platform readiness knowledge to st...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Lead and empower a team of platform engineers to enhance infrastructure for developers, driving product initiatives from concept to delivery while fostering a culture of ownership, collaboration, and...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Accelerate development capabilities by architecting intelligent tooling that automates platform readiness assessments. As a Senior Backend Engineer, you will significantly impact feature deployment ac...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Unlock your potential in a dynamic role focused on securing product and user data. Collaborate with a dedicated team to build robust defenses while evolving with millions of users across all platforms...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$189K - $231K *

Build next-gen AI infrastructure as a Senior Engineer, owning subsystems from design to production. Shape projects for enterprise clients by leading and mentoring engineers while tackling unique infra...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $130K *

Empower growth by joining our team to build impactful software solutions for modern business infrastructure, engaging directly with customers to solve real problems across multiple platforms and techn...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $240K *

Partner with us to build innovative solutions that bridge software engineering and customer needs, driving product development and enhancing user experiences through collaboration and technical expert...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$205K - $230K *

Lead a talented team in refining the developer platform, enhancing productivity through innovative tooling and systems. Drive technical strategy, operational excellence, and collaboration to empower e...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$124K - $156K *

Lead the charge in modernizing mission-critical services across cloud-native infrastructures, enhancing platform reliability, and driving technical evolution as the senior authority on architectural d...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $170K *

Transform the engineering landscape by building and managing shared platforms that enhance CI/CD pipelines, ensuring every development pod leverages reusable components to innovate faster and more eff...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $196K *

Architect and build scalable marketing solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams. Leverage your coding skills to enhance the platform’s efficiency and reliability, driving user engagement...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Partner with us to engineer secure, resilient infrastructure across cloud-native and edge environments. You'll ensure operational excellence, mitigate risks, and enhance deployment practices while col...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of AI infrastructure by designing and advancing core systems that enhance developer workflows, ensure security, and automate processes in a collaborative environment focused on innova...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$166K - $230K *

Grow your career with impactful full-stack development in a dynamic B2B environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize processes, enhance investor tools, and ensure platform reliability, all...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Design, develop, and maintain robust APIs and integration solutions for large-scale federal missions, ensuring security and interoperability across applications while collaborating with technical team...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $290K *

Join a team that's redefining data platforms, leading architecture and engineering efforts while shaping and scaling a reliable, next-generation data warehouse for analytics and machine learning capab...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $190K *

Architect seamless, AI-integrated platforms by designing robust, scalable systems. Drive technical direction and foster cross-functional collaboration while ensuring high performance, reliability, and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $236K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative infrastructure solutions. This role focuses on engineering and compliance in cloud-based financial services, requiring strong Azure expertise and hands-on tea...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Transform the future of platform engineering by architecting scalable solutions and improving user experience. Collaborate in a fast-paced environment where your contributions will shape a robust infr...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$132K - $182K *

Inspire innovation as you lead the design of a scalable Developer Platform, crafting secure APIs and infrastructure. Collaborate across teams to enhance our tech stack and drive impactful solutions in...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Empower engineering teams by developing internal infrastructure for enhanced productivity, workflow efficiency, and collaboration. Create robust tools and libraries while managing sophisticated CI pip...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $240K *

Engineer AI-enabled solutions by partnering with clients to understand needs, building scalable systems, and driving product enhancements. You'll blend technical expertise with customer insights to sh...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Join a growing platform team to lead architecture, hire talent, and enhance service reliability within a high-autonomy environment. Drive improvements and cultivate a strong engineering culture while...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$157K - $184K *

Explore innovative solutions as a Senior Software Engineer, enhancing our Developer Platform's capabilities to drive seamless CI/CD experiences and automate developer workflows, fostering a culture of...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$166K - $232K *

Lead the evolution of our data platform to enhance analytics and machine learning capabilities. Collaborate cross-functionally to architect robust data solutions that empower teams to leverage insight...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Platform Engineer do?question toggle

    A Platform Engineer develops and manages software platforms that other applications or services run on. They also work closely with the development team to create effective software deployment methods.

  • What are the requirements to become a Platform Engineer?question toggle

    Most Platform Engineer roles require a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field. Experience with cloud platforms, programming languages, and system design are often needed as well.

  • What is the average salary of a Platform Engineer?question toggle

    The salary can vary widely depending on the location and the specific company. However, at Ladders, we list Platform Engineer jobs that pay $100,000 or more.