Senior Director, Platform Engineering (Hybrid)

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About this kind of role

What a Senior Director, Platform Engineering (Hybrid) usually does. The employer's own details are in the listing.

Typically does: This role focuses on the strategy, development, and maintenance of a company’s technology platform, ensuring it supports business needs and enables efficient software delivery. Senior Directors in Platform Engineering lead teams responsible for building and improving internal tools, infrastructure, and services used by software developers. They collaborate with various engineering teams to define platform standards, address technical debt, and drive automation. A key responsibility is to ensure the platform is scalable, reliable, and secure.

Tools and skills: Proficiency in cloud computing platforms (like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud), containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes), infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform, Ansible), and programming languages commonly used for automation and scripting is generally expected.

Good fit for: Individuals with strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of software development lifecycles, and a passion for building robust and efficient internal platforms often thrive in this role.