Develop and execute a comprehensive platform engineering strategy aligned with business goals.
Serve as the internal "Product Owner" for the platform, focusing on enhancing the developer experience through tooling and automation.
Define the technical vision and oversee the design/architecture of scalable, secure platform components and services.
Identify, prioritize, and drive platform features and enhancements based on internal customer needs and data.
Stay current with emerging technologies and evaluate their potential impact and value to the platform.
Collaborate with engineering and product leaders to define technical initiatives and ensure cross-functional alignment.
Communicate platform strategy, progress, and outcomes to executive leadership and stakeholders.
Drive continuous improvement in platform engineering processes and foster a collaborative culture.
Ensure the consistent application of engineering best practices, coding standards, and quality assurance.
Monitor platform performance, reliability, and scalability, proactively addressing challenges.

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).
Experience as a software engineer is preferred.
Proven track record of successfully leading and managing engineering teams in technology-driven environments that move with urgency while prioritizing sustainable practices.
Extensive experience in software development, architecture, and technical leadership.
Strong understanding of product ownership principles, with the ability to balance technical decisions with business priorities.
Deep knowledge of cloud computing, microservices architecture, and modern software development practices.
Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines.
Ability to adapt to change and lead through ambiguity, while maintaining a focus on results.

Director of Platform Engineering

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