Hiring: Senior Director, Platform Company: Ladders Location: United States Job Posted Time: 2026-09-17 11:06:28 Employment Type: Remote Target Skills & Keywords : API Design, Java, Kubernetes, Microservices, Node.js, Product Management, Python About the job Experience: •15+ years of software engineering experience, with a focus on platform engineering and distributed systems. Required Skills: •Own and articulate the platform engineering strategy and architectural priorities. •Transition the organization toward a governed, API-first platform from application-centric integration. •Cultivate an engineering culture that emphasizes speed and effectiveness in platform utilization. •Lead and grow the Platform Engineering team, including hiring top talent and fostering a high-performance culture. •Operate the platform as a first-class product, ensuring strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders. •Define and create reusable capabilities, integrating data science for operational efficiency. •Establish world-class reliability standards within the platform and ensure scalability alongside growth. Qualifications: •Demonstrated success in leading and scaling senior engineering teams in complex environments. •Deep technical expertise in API design, microservices, and full API lifecycle management. •Hands-on background executing AI-enhanced platform strategies and modern development practices. •Operational familiarity with cloud-native architectures, Kubernetes, and languages such as Java, Python, or Node.js. •Excellent communication skills for engaging with Product Management and executive stakeholders. Compensation: •$160,000 - $200,000 / year •Flexible work environment (work from home / hybrid options) •RRSP/401K matching plan and a Variable Incentive Plan for financial security Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!