Platform engineers are uniquely positioned to shape the way engineering teams work, from the tools they use to code to the ones they use for communication. Their role is critical to the success of their organizations. Madeline Van Der Paelt will share her experiences with the impact that communication, alignment, and clarity have on engineering cultures, both positive and negative. In this talk, she will dive into these three key cultural aspects and offer practical insights on how platform engineers can influence their organization’s culture, improve efficiency, and increase developer satisfaction. Attendees will leave with actionable strategies to become change agents within their own organizations.