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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$90K - $130K *

Transform client needs into innovative, scalable tech solutions by collaborating across teams and discovering root causes, ensuring measurable ROI through clear storytelling and strategic problem-solv...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Engineer cutting-edge integrations with leading CAD tools using Python. Collaborate to decode complex proprietary formats, building powerful workflows that enhance Quilter's platform and expand your e...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Drive innovation as you design and implement AI solutions for clinical trials, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to enhance data utilization and streamline processes through advanced m...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Empower your engineering career by leading a dynamic team in building a transformative cloud data platform that delivers actionable insights through cutting-edge data technologies. Enjoy a collaborati...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Pioneer enterprise-grade AI solutions as a hands-on leader, optimizing AI infrastructure on AWS. Collaborate with teams to drive innovation, automate processes, and enhance service outcomes in a dynam...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Unlock potential by acting as a trusted advisor to C-level executives, architecting innovative solutions, and driving business transformation for enterprise clients in the fintech space, with a focus...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$197K - $313K *

Shape your career by leading the design and development of scalable data ingestion platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovative streaming and lakehouse strategies while mento...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $170K *

Deliver transformative technical leadership as you guide engineering teams, shape platform capabilities, and make data-driven decisions in a mission-driven environment that values collaboration and co...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

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

$90K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by developing scalable backend services for critical healthcare applications in a remote Agile environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure and reliable...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Accelerate your career with an innovative engineering team dedicated to redefining e-commerce. As a Senior Backend Engineer, you'll create robust systems that drive efficiency, scalability, and reliab...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$159K - $254K *

Join a dynamic team to innovate and enhance web solutions, actively collaborate on projects, and drive business strategies using modern technologies. Embrace agile methodologies and make impactful con...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$215K - $300K *

Empower a team that's architecting large-scale systems. Drive innovation, define standards, and mentor engineering talent to enhance our core platform's architecture and reliability while collaboratin...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Elevate your career by designing and developing scalable AI-powered solutions, enhancing user experiences while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software in a fast-pac...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $118K *

Join us to enhance our data platform, working with large datasets and collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop innovative data solutions and infrastructure for scalable growth...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Engineer effective publisher integrations by leveraging JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and SQL in AdTech. Drive troubleshooting efforts, collaborate with teams, and enhance ad delivery and performance while e...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $140K *

Champion innovative solutions as a Senior Backend Engineer, driving impactful features for families. Collaborate cross-functionally, utilizing Java and AI to enhance solutions while growing within a s...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Join us to enhance critical backend systems that drive our trading platform. You'll tackle high-throughput data streams and on-chain interactions, improving performance, reliability, and observability...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $160K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of blockchain and capital markets. Drive adoption of innovative solutions, collaborating with financial institutions to design and deploy cutting-edge applicati...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$195K - $270K *

Lead and inspire a dynamic engineering team focused on scaling an innovative credit product, enhancing customer experiences while establishing strong execution frameworks and cross-functional partners...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Empower our engineering team by architecting and optimizing AWS cloud infrastructure. Lead automation, security, and reliability practices while shaping scalable solutions to meet organizational growt...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$162K - $225K *

Unlock potential by leading a high-performing team to develop key platform capabilities, drive technical strategy, and enhance the user experience for millions. Join us in shaping the future of mental...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$176K - $200K *

Pioneer the development of innovative software systems, leading architecture and design while collaborating across teams to deliver solutions that enhance quality and advance technical excellence in a...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$147K - $187K *

Engage in the design and management of scalable, reliable backend systems. Collaborate with teams to improve service infrastructure, utilize modern cloud technologies, and ensure operational excellenc...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Engage in pioneering security strategies for a production platform, handling PCI DSS 4.0 compliance and SOC 2 monitoring. Drive security architecture for container workloads, enhancing security withou...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $160K *

Lead the charge in shaping high-impact SaaS solutions by driving technical strategy and empowering a high-performing engineering team. Collaborate across disciplines to foster innovation in a fast-pac...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.