[Remote] Head of Platform Engineering

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Lido Advisors is a premier multi-family office and wealth advisory firm dedicated to delivering an exceptional, tech-enabled family-office experience. They are seeking a strategic and highly hands-on Head of Platform Engineering to lead the design, development, and long-term evolution of their core technology platform, focusing on building scalable and future-proof systems that support business initiatives.ResponsibilitiesOwn the end-to-end architecture, hands-on development, and ongoing evolution of core platform capabilities, including:Business Process Orchestration EngineWorkflow applicationsWeb applications and deep enterprise integrationsCloud infrastructure provisioning, management, and modern SDLC practices (CI/CD, observability, IaC)Salesforce platform architecture and integrations (Agentforce, Flow, custom development, and connectivity to custodians and other core systems)Application development framework and reusable platform servicesBuild and own platform-layer and process-driven applications (e.g., business process workflows, Salesforce apps, and infrastructure tooling). Partner with and support the Data Platform team on data-domain and AI-driven applications that they own (e.g., trading tools, tax management, AUM, email intelligence)Own and evolve the platform’s CI/CD infrastructure, pipelines, and deployment tooling. Partner with the Data Platform team to define and promote shared standards, best practices, and cross-team consistency for CI/CD (without owning the data-stack-specific pipelines already operated by the Data Platform team, such as dbt Cloud CI and data quality gates)Build and lead strong cross-functional partnerships with the Data Platform team, Data Science & AI team, Salesforce engineers, Infrastructure & Resilience team, and Delivery Management to align platform strategy, eliminate silos, and accelerate delivery of unified capabilitiesPartner closely with our technology infrastructure service provider (e.g., Align) to design and provision efficient Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions that support scalable, secure, and observable platform operationsDrive platform modernization with a strong hands-on delivery focus while maintaining the highest standards for security, compliance, auditability, and resilience in a regulated wealth management environmentEstablish engineering best practices, CI/CD pipelines, observability, and platform governance through direct leadership and executionCollaborate effectively with our implementation partner and internal delivery squads to successfully execute the Platform Evolution programSkills10+ years of progressive experience in platform engineering, enterprise architecture, or technical leadership roles, with a strong track record of hands-on delivery and execution, preferably in wealth management, asset management, or fintechDeep knowledge of Salesforce platform architecture and integrations (including Agentforce, Flow, and custom development)Strong background building orchestration engines, workflow applications, integration platforms, event-driven architectures, web applications, and real-time data platformsHands-on experience with modern data and AI platforms (Snowflake, Cortex AI, LangGraph, or similar agentic frameworks is highly valued)Proven experience with Vibe and Spec driven development methodologiesDemonstrated success leading large-scale, multi-year platform modernization programs with direct hands-on involvement in agile, cross-functional environmentsDemonstrated ability to build trusted partnerships and influence across multiple technical teams (Data Platform, Data Science & AI, Salesforce, Infrastructure, etc.)Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence across technology and business teamsBachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)Experience in RIA / family-office technology environments or similar highly regulated financial services settingsFamiliarity with wealth management workflows (onboarding, client 360° profiles, investment operations, trading, and reporting)Exposure to AI agent development and intelligent automationDemonstrated success in building sustainable platform organizations through strong cross-team collaborationBenefitsCompetitive compensation (base + bonus) and comprehensive benefits package.Clear path from contract-to-hire into a permanent leadership role.Collaborative, mission-driven culture focused on innovation and excellence.Company OverviewLido has deep roots in the family office space in which teams of professionals are dedicated to managing the investment and financial life of a single ultra wealthy family. It was founded in 1999, and is headquartered in Los Angeles, CA, US, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is https://www.lidoadvisors.com/.Company H1B SponsorshipLido Advisors has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 3 in 2025, 1 in 2022. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.