Director of Platform Engineering

About this kind of role

What a Director of Platform Engineering usually does. The employer's own details are in the listing.

Typically does: A Director of Platform Engineering leads a team responsible for building and maintaining internal development platforms and tools. This role focuses on enabling other engineering teams to build, deploy, and operate software more efficiently. Responsibilities include defining platform strategy, ensuring scalability and reliability, and fostering a culture of innovation within the platform engineering organization. They often collaborate closely with other engineering leaders to understand their needs and deliver solutions.

Tools and skills: Proficiency in cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, or GCP), containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, Ansible), programming languages (Go, Python), and strong leadership and communication skills are generally required.

Good fit for: Individuals with a strong technical background, experience in leading engineering teams, and a passion for building developer-focused tools thrive in this role.