Director, Platform Management

JLL (Jones Lang LaSalle)

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Work type
On-site
Location
Chicago, ILSan Francisco, CA
Salary
$195,000–$225,000 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
50 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live today
Closes
Nov 30, 2026

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About JLL (Jones Lang LaSalle)

JLL (Jones Lang LaSalle) is a global professional services firm specializing in real estate and investment management, providing services to buyers, sellers, tenants, landlords, investors, and developers. Industry: Commercial Real Estate Services

JLL (Jones Lang LaSalle) currently has 37 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Director, Platform Management

The Director, Platform Management leads the strategy and operations for the API Management Platform, overseeing a team of engineers and administrators to ensure the reliability, security, and scalability of the core platform ecosystem. This leader manages the strategic development, deployment, and maintenance of core software platforms and technology infrastructure while collaborating with product engineering teams to prioritize enhancements. Key responsibilities include directing governance for enterprise endpoints, enforcing data protection protocols, and managing application lifecycles. The role requires deep expertise in Microsoft Azure and AWS, specifically with Azure APIM, as well as experience with Salesforce, SAP, Okta, and Jira. The position involves solving complex technical problems by maturing the platform, enforcing technical standards, and managing global stakeholders to align technology initiatives with organizational goals and industry best practices.

What you'll do

  • Direct the governance, integration, and security of enterprise endpoints using Azure API Management.
  • Lead the strategic development, deployment, and maintenance of core software platforms and technology infrastructure.
  • Oversee and mentor a team of DevOps engineers, system administrators, and IT support leads.
  • Enforce data protection protocols, identity access rules, backup schedules, and disaster recovery plans.
  • Establish real-time monitoring workflows to maintain system uptime and optimize performance.
  • Formulate the group’s technology vision and enforce technical standards across engineering teams.
  • Negotiate with vendors and manage global stakeholders to align platform initiatives with organizational goals.
  • Translate business requirements into detailed technical designs for engineering teams to execute.

What we're looking for

  • Must have 12+ years of IT experience.
  • Must have a Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, MIS, or equivalent corporate IT experience.
  • Must have at least 4 years of experience directly managing engineering teams, IT budgets, and technology vendors.
  • Must have deep expertise in API Management Platforms (Apigee, Azure APIM, or AWS APIM) and Microsoft Azure infrastructure.
  • Must have experience supporting enterprise software integrations including ERP, CRM, and IAM tools like Salesforce, SAP, Okta, and Jira.
  • Must have experience with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and security protocols including identity and access management.
  • Preferred to have certifications in Azure, AWS, or API management platforms (preferred).

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