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Director - AWS Platform Services

Chicago, IL ยท On-site

$66.75 - $87.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Platform engineering * Oversee architecture and implementation of: * AWS landing zones * Compute, network, and storage services * Multi-account governance frameworks * Identity and security ...

Platform Engineer

Plano, TX

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Build reusable platform services, SDKs, APIs, CLIs, and automation frameworks that improve engineering efficiency. Identity & Security Platforms * Design, implement, andoperateenterprise identity ...

Support integrations between Snowflake and AWS/Azure services, including object storage, serverless functions, messaging, and identity services. Data Platform Operations * Support ETL/ELT pipelines ...

Platform Engineer

Plano, TX

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Build reusable platform services, SDKs, APIs, CLIs, and automation frameworks that improve engineering efficiency. Identity & Security Platforms * Design, implement, andoperateenterprise identity ...

Senior Product Manager - Platform Services

$129K - $170K/yr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Senior Product Manager - Platform Services Location: US - Remote **Travel to Office expectations** For Remote Roles : If this role is remote, there will be in-office events that will require travel ...

Cloud Platform Engineer

Miami, FL ยท On-site

$175K - $350K/yr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

Our team develops and operates the cloud platforms, distributed systems, and infrastructure that ... We build the services and abstractions that allow researchers and engineers to efficiently leverage ...

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Senior Product Manager - Platform Services

$129K - $170K/yr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Senior Product Manager - Platform Services Location: US - Remote **Travel to Office expectations** For Remote Roles : If this role is remote, there will be in-office events that will require travel ...

This role focuses on delivering reliable, secure, and well-documented platform services. This individual will work closely with engineering teams across the organization, cybersecurity partners, and ...

This role focuses on delivering reliable, secure, and well-documented platform services. This individual will work closely with engineering teams across the organization, cybersecurity partners, and ...

Platform Engineer

Charlotte, NC ยท On-site

$144K - $168K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Implement platform services, APIs, and infrastructure components independently * Develop and maintain core platform capabilities including data services, authentication, and integration frameworks

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How much do platform services jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for platform services 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 is platform services?

Platform Services refer to the foundational set of tools, frameworks, and infrastructure that enable developers and organizations to build, deploy, and manage applications efficiently. These services often include cloud computing resources, databases, authentication systems, monitoring tools, and APIs that support scalable and reliable application development. Platform Services are typically offered as part of cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, and they help reduce the complexity of managing hardware and software infrastructure, allowing teams to focus on innovation and user experience.

How does a platform services professional typically collaborate with development and operations teams?

Platform Services professionals play a crucial role in bridging the gap between development and operations teams. They work closely with developers to ensure that applications are optimized for the underlying platforms and collaborate with operations teams to automate deployments, monitor system health, and address performance issues. This cross-functional collaboration often involves participating in daily stand-ups, incident response, and architecture planning meetings. By fostering strong communication channels, Platform Services professionals help enable faster releases, improved reliability, and a more scalable infrastructure.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in platform services, and why are they important?

To thrive in Platform Services, you need a solid background in systems administration, cloud infrastructure, and automation, usually backed by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with tools such as AWS, Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines, along with certifications like AWS Certified Solutions Architect or Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, is typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and the ability to collaborate across teams are crucial soft skills. These competencies ensure reliable platform performance, efficient deployment processes, and seamless support for business-critical applications.
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Infographic showing various Platform Services job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $133,026 per year, or $64 per hour.

Director - AWS Platform Services

West Monroe

Chicago, IL โ€ข On-site

$66.75 - $87.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 6 days ago


Job description

Are you ready to make an impact?
We are seeking a Director to lead and scale our strategic partnership with Amazon Web Services (AWS) within our Cloud & Infrastructure practice. This leader will sit at the intersection of business development, alliance management, client delivery, and practice development, driving growth through AWS-centric solutions and strengthening our position within the AWS Partner Network (APN).
This role requires executive-level leadership combined with deep AWS architecture expertise. The ideal candidate has a proven track record building AWS-based transformation programs, developing alliance relationships, and leading teams delivering modern cloud solutions that improve client business performance.
Key Responsibilities
Business Development & AWS Alliance Growth
  • Own and expand strategic relationships with AWS alliance stakeholders, Partner Development Managers (PDMs), Solution Architects, and AWS leadership
  • Develop and execute AWS-focused go-to-market (GTM) strategies aligned to priority industries and solution offerings
  • Identify, originate, and close new business opportunities through AWS co-sell motions and partner programs
  • Drive pipeline generation through AWS Marketplace, funding programs, competency initiatives, and joint marketing campaigns
  • Collaborate with internal sales and delivery leaders to maximize AWS-sourced opportunities

Client Delivery & AWS Architecture Leadership
  • Provide executive oversight and technical leadership across AWS client engagements
  • Guide teams in designing highly available, resilient, secure, and scalable AWS environments
  • Work across WM technology disciplines to support cloud transformation initiatives including:
    • Data center migrations
    • Application modernization
    • Cloud-native architecture
    • Platform engineering
  • Oversee architecture and implementation of:
    • AWS landing zones
    • Compute, network, and storage services
    • Multi-account governance frameworks
    • Identity and security architectures
  • Ensure adherence to AWS Well-Architected Framework principles
  • Support complex solution pursuits through architecture design, estimation, and delivery planning
  • Act as executive escalation point for delivery quality, client satisfaction, and engagement profitability

Practice & People Development
  • Define and evolve AWS-focused offerings including:
    • Cloud Migration
    • Platform Engineering
    • FinOps
    • Cloud Security
  • Promote AWS architecture standards, reusable accelerators, and delivery methodologies
  • Recruit, mentor, and develop cloud architects and engineering leaders
  • Drive AWS certification growth and competency development across the practice
  • Foster a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and continuous learning

Qualifications
  • 12+ years of experience in cloud, infrastructure, or technology consulting leadership roles
  • Deep expertise designing and delivering solutions on AWS
  • Experience leading large-scale AWS migration and modernization programs
  • Strong knowledge of:
    • Compute (EC2, Lambda, ECS/EKS)
    • Networking (VPC, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect)
    • Storage (S3, EFS, FSx)
    • Security (IAM, Security Hub, GuardDuty)
    • Observability and operations
  • Demonstrated success managing AWS alliance relationships and driving revenue growth through AWS partnerships
  • Experience navigating AWS Partner Network (APN) programs, competencies, and co-sell motions
  • Strong executive communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Experience with Infrastructure as Code, automation, DevOps, and cloud governance frameworks
  • AWS certifications strongly preferred, including:
    • AWS Solutions Architect Professional
    • AWS Advanced Networking Specialty
    • AWS Security Specialty
  • Willingness to travel approximately 30-50%
  • Hybrid Role: 1-2 days a week in office
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future
  • Experience integrating AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT) into day-to-day workflows to enhance productivity and insight generation, coupled with strong critical thinking to assess accuracy, mitigate bias, and ensure high-quality outputs.

Based on pay transparency guidelines, a reasonable expectation for the salary range for this role is listed below. Information on our competitive total rewards package, including our bonus structure and benefits is here. Individual salaries are determined by evaluating a variety of factors including geography, experience, skills, education, and internal equity. Employees in proximity of our Seattle, Washington DC, Los Angeles, New York, and San Francisco offices will have a geographic premium applied to this salary scale.
Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan, purchase shares from our employee stock ownership program and be eligible to receive annual bonuses. Employees will also receive unlimited flexible time off and ten paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Eligibility for ten weeks of paid parental leave will also be available upon hire date.
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$200,000-$300,000 USD
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