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Capital One

Senior Platform Engineer

New York, NY

$114K - $157K/yr

Senior Platform Engineer Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy solving complex technical problems in a fast-paced, collaborative, inclusive, and iterative delivery ...

Capital One

Senior Platform Engineer

Plano, TX

$100K - $137K/yr

Senior Platform Engineer Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy solving complex technical problems in a fast-paced, collaborative, inclusive, and iterative delivery ...

Capital One

Senior Platform Engineer

Mclean, VA

$105K - $145K/yr

Senior Platform Engineer Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy solving complex technical problems in a fast-paced, collaborative, inclusive, and iterative delivery ...

Capital One

Senior Platform Engineer

Richmond, VA · On-site

$103K - $142K/yr

Senior Platform Engineer Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy solving complex technical problems in a fast-paced, collaborative, inclusive, and iterative delivery ...

Fieldwire

Senior Platform Engineer

$170K - $195K/yr

As a Senior Platform Engineer, you will own the design, maintenance, and reliability of the cloud infrastructure and production systems that power our applications, which are critical for the ...

Brooksource

Senior Platform Engineer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$65 - $80/hr

Senior Platform Engineer New York, New York Hybrid role (Contract-to-hire) $65 - $80 per hour ABOUT THE ROLE Join a centralized Data Platforms team within a Fortune Broadcast Media & Entertainment ...

Cyxtera

Sr Platform Engineer

Coppell, TX

With the recent expansion of our scope to include the platform engineering function for our stack, we're hiring a Sr. Platform Engineer to anchor that capability and partner with our application ...

Fieldwire

OR · On-site

$170K - $195K/yr

As a Senior Platform Engineer, you will own the design, maintenance, and reliability of the cloud infrastructure and production systems that power our applications, which are critical for the ...

System One

Senior Platform Engineer

Mclean, VA · Remote

$107K - $146K/yr

Senior Platform Engineer Location: Remote Employment Type: Full Time Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship Clearance Requirement:

System One

Senior Platform Engineer

Mclean, VA · Remote

$107K - $146K/yr

Senior Platform Engineer Location: Remote Employment Type: Full Time Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship Clearance Requirement:

System One

Senior Platform Engineer

Mclean, VA · Remote

$107K - $146K/yr

Senior Platform Engineer Location: Remote Employment Type: Full Time Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship Clearance Requirement:

F.N.B. Corporation

Senior Platform Engineer

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$101K - $139K/yr

Senior Platform Engineer Business Unit: Technology Reports to: Director of Infrastructure Services Position Overview: The Senior Platform Engineer is a senior-level technical expert responsible for ...

Cyxtera

Sr Platform Engineer

Coppell, TX · On-site

With the recent expansion of our scope to include the platform engineering function for our stack, we're hiring a Sr. Platform Engineer to anchor that capability and partner with our application ...

Fnbcorp

Senior Platform Engineer

Pittsburgh, PA

$101K - $139K/yr

Senior Platform Engineer Business Unit: Technology Reports to: Director of Infrastructure Services Position Overview: The Senior Platform Engineer is a seniorlevel technical expert responsible for ...

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How much do senior platform engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior platform engineer in the United States is $126,557.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $104,500.00 and $143,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior platform engineer?

To thrive as a Senior Platform Engineer, you need deep expertise in systems architecture, cloud technologies (such as AWS, Azure, or GCP), infrastructure automation, and strong programming skills, typically backed by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with tools like Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, and CI/CD pipelines, as well as certifications like AWS Certified Solutions Architect, are highly valuable. Strong problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and the ability to mentor junior engineers help individuals excel in this role. These skills ensure platforms are scalable, secure, and maintainable, and support high-performance engineering teams.

What does a senior platform engineer do?

A typical day for a Senior Platform Engineer involves designing and implementing platform solutions, optimizing infrastructure for scalability and reliability, and troubleshooting complex technical issues across multiple systems. You’ll work closely with software development, DevOps, and security teams to ensure smooth deployment and operation of applications. Additionally, you may participate in code reviews, develop automation scripts, and mentor junior engineers. Most senior platform engineers balance hands-on coding with architectural planning and team collaboration.

What is a senior platform engineer?

A Senior Platform Engineer is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining scalable infrastructure and developer platforms. They optimize system reliability, automate deployments, and ensure efficient cloud or on-prem environments. This role requires deep expertise in infrastructure-as-code, CI/CD pipelines, cloud services, and system monitoring. They collaborate with development teams to enhance performance, security, and scalability.

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Sr. Platform Engineer - TS/SCI with Security Clearance

Zachary Piper Solutions, LLC

Reston, VA • On-site

$190K - $275K/yr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 23 days ago

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Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Sr. Platform Engineer - TS/SCI for a world leading technology organization in the Reston, VA area. The Sr. Platform Engineer - TS/SCI role is a hybrid position. The Sr. Platform Engineer - TS/SCI will design, build, and maintain secure, scalable platform infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code and cloud-native technologies. An ideal candidate for the Sr. Platform Engineer - TS/SCI role is a senior-level engineer with deep experience supporting mission-critical systems in highly secure environments. Responsibilities of the Sr. Platform Engineer - TS/SCI: • Design, develop, and maintain platform infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform and Terragrunt. • Architect and support Kubernetes-based platforms for containerized applications in secure environments. • Develop automation and tooling, including Python-based solutions, to enhance platform reliability and operational efficiency. • Collaborate with software engineering, DevOps, and security teams to enable scalable and compliant platform services. • Implement and support CI/CD pipelines to streamline deployment and platform operations. • Ensure platform solutions meet security, compliance, and performance requirements for classified systems. Qualifications of the Sr. Platform Engineer - TS/SCI: • 7+ years of experience in platform engineering • Active TS/SCI clearance is required. • Strong hands-on experience with Terraform and Terragrunt for Infrastructure as Code. • Experience deploying, managing, and scaling Kubernetes environments. • Proficiency in Python for automation, scripting, and tooling development. • Experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP in secure or regulated environments. Compensation for the Sr. Platform Engineer - TS/SCI includes: • Salary range: $190,000 - $275,000 • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, Sick Leave as required by law • This job opens for applications on 05/22/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date. #LI-JA1 #LI-HYBRID

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