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SAP

Platform Engineering Expert

Palo Alto, CA

We are looking for a Senior Platform Engineer who can contribute across design, implementation, operability, and technical problem-solving in the SAP Data Accelerator and broader BDFS context. We do ...

SAP

Platform Engineering Expert

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

We are looking for a Senior Platform Engineer who can contribute across design, implementation, operability, and technical problem-solving in the SAP Data Accelerator and broader BDFS context. We do ...

Awg

Platform Engineering Manager

Lincoln, NE · Hybrid

As Platform Engineering Manager, you'll lead the engineering and enablement of Anglian Water's hybrid digital platforms, spanning cloud and on-premise infrastructure across both Information and ...

Awg

Platform Engineering Manager

Huntingdon, PA · Hybrid

As Platform Engineering Manager, you'll lead the engineering and enablement of Anglian Water's hybrid digital platforms, spanning cloud and on-premise infrastructure across both Information and ...

Awg

Platform Engineering Manager

Lincoln, NE · Hybrid

As Platform Engineering Manager, you'll lead the engineering and enablement of Anglian Water's hybrid digital platforms, spanning cloud and on-premise infrastructure across both Information and ...

Awg

Platform Engineering Manager

Huntingdon, PA · Hybrid

As Platform Engineering Manager, you'll lead the engineering and enablement of Anglian Water's hybrid digital platforms, spanning cloud and on-premise infrastructure across both Information and ...

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How much do platform engineering jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for platform engineering in the United States is $63.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50.48 and $73.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What engineers make $500,000 a year?

Senior platform engineers, cloud architects, and software engineers with extensive experience, specialized skills, and leadership roles can earn $500,000 or more annually. High compensation often involves working at large tech companies, possessing expertise in cloud infrastructure, distributed systems, and advanced programming, along with stock options or bonuses.

What is the difference between Platform Engineering vs DevOps Engineer?

AspectPlatform EngineeringDevOps Engineer
Primary FocusDesigning and building internal platforms to enable development teamsAutomating deployment, integration, and operations processes
Skills & CertificationsCloud platforms, scripting, infrastructure as code, programmingCI/CD tools, scripting, cloud services, automation
Work EnvironmentCollaborates with development teams to create reusable platformsWorks across development and operations to streamline deployment
Industry UsageTech companies, cloud providers, large enterprisesSoftware companies, startups, IT departments

While both roles involve cloud and automation skills, Platform Engineering focuses on building internal tools and platforms for developers, whereas DevOps Engineers primarily automate and manage deployment pipelines and infrastructure operations. Both roles are essential for modern software development but serve different strategic purposes.

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Infographic showing various Platform Engineering job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 69% Full Time, 29% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $133,026 per year, or $64 per hour.

Platform Engineering & Architecture

Purple Drive Technologies

New York, NY • On-site

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Overview:
Platform Engineering & Architecture
Location: New York, NY
Job Type: Full-time
Job Description
We are seeking a Platform Engineer & Architect to design and build scalable enterprise platforms that enable modern application development and deployment.
Key Responsibilities
  • Design and implement platform architecture supporting scalability, performance, and security.
  • Build automation frameworks, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure as code (IaC).
  • Collaborate with developers, cloud engineers, and architects to optimize platforms.
  • Ensure high availability, monitoring, and observability of platforms.
  • Evaluate and recommend new technologies for platform improvements.

Required Skills
  • Strong expertise in Cloud Platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Proficiency in Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, and CI/CD tools.
  • Experience in Linux system administration and networking.
  • Hands-on experience with monitoring/logging tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK).

Nice-to-Have Skills
  • Experience with microservices and API management platforms.
  • Background in DevOps/SRE practices.
  • Knowledge of security best practices and compliance frameworks.

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