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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$120K - $150K *

Lead the scaling of technology in mental healthcare by building and guiding high-performing engineering teams. Ensure operational excellence and drive innovation, while directly impacting quality and...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading complex enterprise system transformations, guiding teams, and building strong client relationships to deliver high-quality BPMN process architectures for large-scale digita...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $130K *

Drive automation and optimization of our infrastructure while collaborating with global engineering teams to enhance software delivery and ensure system reliability in a fast-paced, innovative environ...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive backend engineering solutions that ensure scalability and reliability, collaborating closely with product teams. Own critical systems and adapt swiftly in a startup environment, delivering value...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $173K *

Drive the design and deployment of secure, scalable cloud infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to enhance CI/CD pipelines and maintain optimal operations while ensuring cybersecurity and regulatory...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Architect robust cloud infrastructure and optimize performance through automation. Collaborate with teams to enhance reliability and security while implementing best practices in CI/CD and incident re...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Advance your career by designing and implementing data architectures that enhance clinical operations. Take ownership of ETL pipelines, data quality, and modeling to support analytics and reporting ac...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $185K *

Elevate your career by enhancing developer experience, leading initiatives, and driving performance improvements across full-stack systems. Collaborate with teams to streamline processes and elevate c...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in shaping Vanta's Identity Platform by defining the product vision and roadmap for IAM systems, driving cross-team collaboration, and navigating complex user needs from startups to fe...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$209K - $262K *

Drive architectural vision and strategies for scalable systems across diverse product squads ensuring top-tier technical excellence and compliance in healthcare solutions...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $160K *

The Senior Software Engineer, Infrastructure and Security at Vanta will design and build scalable infrastructure to support rapid growth while ensuring security and reliability. This role involves wor...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

The Principal Software Engineer at Vanta will lead strategic technical initiatives and set the tone for engineering excellence within the Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) product team. This role...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Empower innovation by architecting next-gen cloud solutions and optimizing efficiencies across a high-traffic environment, collaborating with diverse teams to enhance performance and deliver substanti...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Design scalable infrastructure supporting rapid growth in data and service usage. Collaborate closely with engineering teams to enhance security practices and ensure high system performance and reliab...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Advance the design of large-scale data center projects by leading innovative strategies, ensuring project alignment with engineering standards, managing diverse teams, and driving design excellence in...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $185K *

Lead the evolution of cloud security for a rapidly growing platform, enhancing our security posture, managing infrastructure, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enable secure operations...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$436K - $500K+*

Lead the charge in developing innovative product features that enhance the member experience on our flagship TV app. Foster collaboration across teams and oversee engineering excellence, while inspiri...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$98K - $188K *

Champion the development of innovative mechanical nuclear systems, integrating engineering expertise to support BWRX-300 design objectives while collaborating across teams to enhance product quality a...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$217K - $303K *

Create impactful backend architectures that drive community growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to implement data-informed strategies, balancing experimental speed with reliable engineering practic...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $152K *

Elevate customer onboarding experiences by driving early adoption for key accounts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless transitions and high-value engagements that set customers...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining HR technology by architecting automation and AI workflows across the People function, enhancing integration and operational efficiency while shaping the future of people...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $185K *

Champion the development of scalable data pipelines by managing a dedicated team of engineers. Oversee daily operations, implement best practices, and foster a culture of collaboration while ensuring...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $240K *

Transform the online gaming experience by driving backend orchestration for our global containerized game servers. Collaborate in a passionate team to enhance systems, ensuring smooth operation, secur...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining healthcare technology. Partner with engineers to design scalable systems, mentor talent, and integrate innovative AI solutions, impacting lives through seamless care coor...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Shape the future by designing and developing modern web applications that enhance workflows and user experience, delivering scalable solutions across frontend, backend, and database layers in a collab...

US-AnywhereRemote

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.