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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$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of our developer experience by leading the architectural design, development, and delivery of platform services. Drive innovation, mentor teams, and ensure scalable, reliable technica...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $250K *

Join a dynamic team to design secure, scalable back-end services using modern technologies, mentor junior engineers, and drive impactful projects in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate across functi...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing VA.gov by developing secure, reliable backend services. Collaborate with engineering teams to create reusable APIs and tools that empower millions of Veterans...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $165K *

Shape the future of Microsoft security and identity architecture by leading strategic initiatives in identity modernization, access management, and endpoint management for heightened operational matur...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Platform Engineer, driving the development and maintenance of innovative platform solutions using Kubernetes and cloud-native technologies to empower teams and enhance product...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $166K *

Empower the deployment and maintenance of Kubernetes platforms in a secure environment. Collaborate with teams to advocate best practices ensuring the platform is reliable, secure, and scalable while...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$68K - $96K *

Accelerate your career by building and optimizing Salesforce Marketing Cloud solutions, impacting enterprise brands while tackling complex challenges, and delivering personalized customer experiences...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $166K *

Lead the charge in platform engineering and application support. Collaborate with development teams to streamline deployment processes, ensuring secure and efficient operation within Kubernetes enviro...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Build robust data platform capabilities to enhance enterprise data usability across applications, analytics, and AI. Collaborate with teams to ensure reliability and performance in data processing and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $165K *

Develop innovative cloud infrastructure solutions while optimizing Kubernetes systems. Collaborate with top engineers to manage projects, enhance delivery mechanisms, and provide self-service capabili...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$147K - $220K *

Lead the charge in architectural innovation by delivering impactful virtual platform prototypes, enhancing software development to solve complex technical challenges and collaborating across teams for...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$147K - $220K *

Empower teams by architecting virtual platform prototypes that revolutionize software development. Leverage high-level SoC/CPU expertise to overcome complex technical challenges and enhance project ou...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform virtual infrastructure management by optimizing, securing, and maintaining complex environments across on-premises and cloud platforms. Leverage your expertise to ensure system stability and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead and optimize our virtualized infrastructure management across diverse cloud environments. Ensure system stability, security, and high availability through advanced monitoring and proactive disast...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$79K - $114K *

Lead all phases of Software Development Life Cycle, managing SharePoint projects and enhancing solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to document business needs, provide support, and deliv...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's driving innovative solutions, leading a skilled group of Platform Administrators to enhance enterprise platforms, ensuring quality and strategic growth while fostering an inclusive...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $300K *

Shape the future of our cloud infrastructure by enhancing performance, automating workflows, and ensuring security compliance, while collaborating with global engineering teams on scalable, innovative...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower teams by managing project implementations, ensuring quality service handoff, and optimizing system performance through technical oversight and coordinated customer engagement...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $180K *

Empower engineering excellence by designing a robust Internal Developer Platform (IDP) that enhances developer experience and operational efficiency across the organization while integrating AI infras...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Drive the infrastructure behind robust, enterprise-scale applications and AI agents. Own cloud environments, data pipelines, and observability systems to ensure scalable, reliable, and efficient platf...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of technology by leading Salesforce architectural design and providing strategic guidance. Collaborate with teams to implement scalable solutions that enhance the efficiency of federa...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Innovate backend systems that empower enterprises to scale with agility while ensuring durability and security. Drive impactful customer solutions by designing secure architectures and efficient workf...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$148K - $232K *

Engage with customers as a trusted advisor to design solutions that enhance their ServiceNow platform. Drive successful outcomes through strategic architecture, governance, and comprehensive roadmaps...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $209K *

Empower engineering productivity and system reliability as you lead innovative platform initiatives, design robust tools, and shape the architecture that drives operational excellence within engineeri...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $300K *

Drive the design and implementation of innovative contact center solutions, ensuring integration and efficiency. Lead strategic initiatives while providing technical expertise and mentorship to enhanc...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.