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BAE Systems

Mgr III- Eng SW

Merrimack, NH · On-site

Platform Engineering is seeking a Deputy Director of Platform Engineering to provide technical, operational, and organizational leadership for VC3 and its supporting products. Reporting to the ...

MasterCard

Director, Platform Engineering

O Fallon, MO · On-site +1

We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactionssecure, simple, smart and ... Title and Summary Director, Platform Engineering Who is Mastercard? Mastercard is a global ...

i3 Verticals, LLC

You will operate as a hands-on practitioner at the intersection of platform engineering, multi ... This is the Director's direct contribution to the organization's "Raising the Bar" commitment to ...

Fox

Director, Platform Engineering

Los Angeles, CA

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY Fox Corporation Under the FOX banner, we produce and distribute content ... ABOUT THE ROLE FOX Technology is looking for a Director, Platform Engineering to build and lead a ...

Fox

Director, Platform Engineering

Tempe, AZ · On-site

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY Fox Corporation Under the FOX banner, we produce and distribute content ... ABOUT THE ROLE FOX Technology is looking for a Director, Platform Engineering to build and lead a ...

FanDuel

Senior Platform Engineering Manager

Atlanta, GA · On-site

... of software development, you'll also help shape how our platform supports engineers and AI-driven workflows safely and at scale. Reporting to the Platform Engineering Director, you'll combine strong ...

FanDuel

Senior Platform Engineering Manager

New York, NY · On-site

... of software development, you'll also help shape how our platform supports engineers and AI-driven workflows safely and at scale. Reporting to the Platform Engineering Director, you'll combine strong ...

FanDuel

Senior Platform Engineering Manager

Atlanta, GA · On-site

... of software development, you'll also help shape how our platform supports engineers and AI-driven workflows safely and at scale. Reporting to the Platform Engineering Director, you'll combine strong ...

FanDuel

Senior Platform Engineering Manager

Atlanta, GA · On-site

... of software development, you'll also help shape how our platform supports engineers and AI-driven workflows safely and at scale. Reporting to the Platform Engineering Director, you'll combine strong ...

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How much do director of platform engineering jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for director of platform engineering in the United States is $194,709.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $141,500.00 and $253,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a director of platform engineering do?

A Director of Platform Engineering leads teams responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the foundational technology platforms that support an organization’s products and services. They oversee the development of scalable infrastructure, ensure high availability and performance, and collaborate with other departments to align technology strategy with business goals. This role also involves managing engineering talent, setting technical direction, and driving innovation to improve system reliability and efficiency.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a director of platform engineering?

To thrive as a Director of Platform Engineering, you need deep expertise in cloud infrastructure, software architecture, and team leadership, usually supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with tools like Kubernetes, AWS/Azure/GCP, CI/CD pipelines, and relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect) is highly valuable. Outstanding communication, strategic thinking, and the ability to mentor and inspire technical teams are crucial soft skills. These skills ensure robust, scalable platform solutions and help align engineering efforts with business goals for sustained organizational success.

How does a director of platform engineering typically collaborate with other departments to drive company-wide technology initiatives?

A Director of Platform Engineering regularly works with product management, security, operations, and development teams to ensure that platform solutions align with broader business objectives. This role often involves leading cross-functional meetings, setting technical standards, and translating business needs into scalable platform architectures. Effective collaboration is key, as the director must balance technical innovation with reliability, security, and budget considerations, while also mentoring engineering leaders and fostering a culture of continuous improvement across teams.

What is the difference between Director Of Platform Engineering vs Software Engineering Manager?

AspectDirector Of Platform EngineeringSoftware Engineering Manager
ResponsibilitiesOversees platform infrastructure, scalability, and long-term technical strategyManages software development teams, project delivery, and coding standards
Required SkillsCloud architecture, systems engineering, leadership, strategic planningSoftware development, team management, technical expertise in coding
Work EnvironmentFocus on infrastructure, cross-team collaboration, high-level planningHands-on coding, project management, team supervision

The main difference is that the Director Of Platform Engineering focuses on the overall platform infrastructure and strategic technical direction, while the Software Engineering Manager concentrates on managing software development teams and project execution. Both roles require technical expertise, but their scope and focus differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Director Of Platform Engineering job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 54% Full Time, 44% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 77% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 21% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $194,709 per year, or $93.6 per hour.

Director, Platform Engineering and Tools

Oakland, CA • On-site

Blue Shield of California
Insurance Services • 5 - 10K employees
Learn more about Blue Shield of Californiaexternal

$181K - $272K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Vision

Re-posted 23 days ago

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8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

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Job description


Your Role
The Stellarus Commercial team builds the products to power Healthcare Payors through modern technology and AI. The Director of Platform Engineering and Tools will report to the VP, Platform Operations. In this role you will partner closely with our Application, Data, and AI teams to establish a technical foundation that accelerates the delivery of our products. This role is a key aspect of our ability to accelerate the changes needed in healthcare.
Our leadership model is about developing great leaders at all levels and creating opportunities for our people to grow - personally, professionally, and financially. We are looking for leaders that are energized by creative and critical thinking, building and sustaining high-performing teams, getting results the right way, and fostering continuous learning.
Responsibilities
Your Work
In this role, you will:
  • Build and sustain a high-performance engineering culture rooted in empowerment, ownership, and continuous improvement, championing transformation at both the team and organizational level
  • Lead and grow distributed technical teams across platform engineering, cloud infrastructure, and DevSecOps disciplines, fostering an environment where engineers can do their best work
  • Partner closely with senior leadership across Product, Product pricing, IT, and Security to align engineering strategy with business priorities, influencing roadmaps and organizational direction at the executive level
  • Drive the organization's DevSecOps evolution, modernizing application delivery pipelines using CI/CD, GitOps, and shift-left security practices, embedding a product mindset across engineering teams
  • Serve as an internal technology advocate, identifying emerging trends, evaluating their business impact, and partnering with architecture teams to champion adoption across the enterprise
  • Establish and maintain healthy engineering lifecycles across all areas of ownership, ensuring platforms remain current, secure, and fit for purpose
  • Establish an Enterprise Tools team that builds and supports tools such as Linear, Notion, and our ITSM suite that is to be determined

Qualifications
Your Knowledge and Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, MIS, or High School Diploma/GED and 4 years of additional relevant experience in lieu of a degree
  • 10 years prior relevant experience in software engineering, infrastructure, or platform
  • 6 years of prior people management experience with direct responsibility for supervising, coaching, and evaluating direct reports
  • Demonstrated success leading engineering organizations through DevSecOps and cloud transformation, including hands-on familiarity with CI/CD tooling, GitOps workflows, and modern release practices
  • Strong working knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), infrastructure automation, multi-cluster environments with an understanding of multi-tenancy and security
  • Track record of cross-functional influence, translating technical strategy into business value for non-technical stakeholders and building trusted relationships with senior leadership
  • Comfort operating in ambiguity, with a bias for action, structured thinking, and the ability to drive alignment across competing priorities
  • Preferred Master's degree in computer science, Information Technology, MIS
  • Preferred 6 years leading technical teams - including at least 5 years managing multiple concurrent teams across diverse disciplines

Hybrid
This role requires employees to be in-office based on our hybrid workplace model, balancing purposeful in-person collaboration with flexibility. For most teams, this means coming into the office two days each week.
Employees living more than 50 miles from an office location will work with their manager to determine in-office time based on business need.
About the Team
About Stellarus and the Ascendiun Family of Companies
Stellarus, launched in January 2025, is designed to scale innovative healthcare solutions that support customers in creating a health care experience deserving of their family, friends, and neighbors.
Stellarus is part of a family of organizations that is overseen by a nonprofit corporate entity named Ascendiun. The Ascendiun Family of Companies also includes Blue Shield of California and its subsidiary, Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan and Altais, a clinical services company.
Stellarus' vision is to empower its customers to create a healthcare experience that is worthy of their family, friends, and neighbors. Stellarus' objective is to offer innovative, modern, scalable solutions that challenge the health care status quo. This very closely aligns with Blue Shield of California's vision by using innovation to improve quality, affordability, and experience for members.
To achieve our mission, we foster an environment where all employees can thrive and contribute fully to address the needs of the various communities we serve. We are committed to creating and maintaining a supportive workplace that upholds our values and advances our goals.
Our Values:
At Stellarus, our core values of agility, trust, drive, courage and service shape our approach to developing innovative product offerings.
Our Workplace Model:
We believe in fostering a workplace environment that balances purposeful in-person collaboration with flexibility - providing clear expectations while respecting the diverse needs of our workforce. Our workplace model is designed around intentional in-person interaction, collaboration, connection, creativity and flexibility:
  • For most teams, this means coming into the office two days per week.
  • Employees living more than 50 miles from an office location, out of state employees, and employees in certain member-facing roles should work with their manager to determine in-office time based on business need.
  • For employees with medical conditions that may impact their ability to work in-office, we are committed to engaging in an interactive process and providing reasonable accommodations to ensure their work environment is conducive to their success and well-being.

The Company reserves the right to require more presence in the office based on business needs, and requirements are subject to change with periodic reviews.
Physical Requirements:
Office Environment - roles involving part to full time schedule in Office Environment. Based in our physical offices and work from home office/deskwork - Activity level: Sedentary, frequency most of work day.
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Equal Employment Opportunity:
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest records and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, State and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability status and any other classification protected by Federal, State and local laws.

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