Program Managers coordinate complex initiatives, align teams around shared goals, and help organizations deliver meaningful outcomes. Browse vetted Program Manager opportunities on Ladders, including roles paying $100,000 or more, across industries and experience levels.
Program Managers oversee related projects and initiatives from planning through delivery. They define objectives, establish timelines, manage budgets and dependencies, communicate with stakeholders, identify risks, and track results. Depending on the organization, the role may focus on business transformation, technology, product development, operations, or customer programs.
Employers commonly seek strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills. Experience with project or program management methods, budgeting, reporting, risk management, and collaboration across departments can be valuable. Some positions require industry-specific knowledge, technical fluency, or credentials such as PMP, while requirements vary by employer.
Compensation varies by location, industry, company size, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, giving experienced candidates a place to explore high-paying Program Manager opportunities. Senior Program Managers may progress to portfolio leadership, director-level roles, or other executive positions.
Search current openings to compare responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation. Use Ladders to discover Program Manager jobs that match your experience and career goals, and apply to opportunities where you can lead important work and deliver measurable results.
Ignition Software Project Manager,
$140K - $180K *
Take ownership of complex software and DevOps engagements, leading multi-team efforts and ensuring successful delivery and commercial outcomes. Collaborate with clients and guide teams to achieve proj...
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$64K - $120K *
Engage with clients to understand their business needs and risk management strategies. Drive revenue growth by coordinating coverage, servicing accounts, and ensuring high-quality client interactions...
1 week ago
IT Program Stf - E4- TS/SCI Required
$118K - $219K *
Lead the charge in delivering complex IT capabilities within secure environments. Oversee program management, systems architecture, and vendor relations while ensuring compliance and effective communi...
2 weeks ago
$100K *
Inspire a data-driven customer support team, overseeing daily operations, coaching agents, and driving performance metrics to enhance service quality and team development in a transformative support e...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Lead product marketing initiatives by crafting compelling messaging and strategies that drive customer engagement and adoption. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure alignment and measure performan...
Reposted today
$150K - $180K *
Drive your career by leading global partnerships strategy to create scalable growth through strategic alliances with insurance carriers and technology partners, while collaborating cross-functionally...
4 days ago
Applications Programming, Advisor
$86K - $138K *
Contribute to mission success by developing and optimizing web solutions, ETL pipelines, and reporting frameworks. Collaborate with teams to deliver scalable applications in an Agile environment, ensu...
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Associate Director - Senior Construction Program Manager
$140K - $197K *
Lead the charge in managing strategic client relationships and projects, leveraging your extensive cost management expertise in the data centre sector. Empower teams through mentorship while driving b...
2 weeks ago
Strategic Partnerships Manager
$110K - $130K *
Lead strategic partnerships by engaging with crypto/AI builders, building a robust pipeline through outreach and relationship-building, and closing complex deals to position us as the preferred securi...
4 weeks ago
$150K *
Elevate customer support excellence by managing a dynamic team, enhancing SLA performance, resolving complex issues, and fostering development through effective coaching, all while ensuring customer s...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Explore a pivotal role overseeing financial management, budgeting, and compliance. Collaborate with leadership to provide insights that drive operational decisions and ensure organizational sustainabi...
1 week ago
$94K - $266K *
Lead the charge in transforming customer engagements by managing AWS solutions delivery, ensuring client satisfaction, and driving strategic growth through strong relationships and innovative practice...
2 weeks ago
$125K - $150K *
Lead customer relationships and delivery for AWS engagements, ensuring satisfaction and quality. Collaborate with sales for account growth, guide project teams, and drive AI-enabled solutions while ma...
3 weeks ago
Senior Manager Stock Plan Participant Services
$96K - $135K *
Champion exceptional participant experiences by leading a dynamic team in equity compensation services. Drive operational excellence, ensure compliance, and enhance service delivery while fostering te...
6 days ago
$100K - $140K *
Join us in transforming digital services for Veterans. As a Senior Designer, you'll lead user experience initiatives, conduct research, and shape information architecture for a large digital portal, e...
Reposted yesterday
Senior Program Manager, Contingent Workforce
$107K - $180K *
Drive the strategy and operations of a dynamic contingent workforce program, enhancing governance and service delivery. Collaborate cross-functionally to implement scalable processes and support inter...
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$165K - $250K *
Lead the charge in advancing product safety by developing robust safety frameworks and engaging with partners and regulators. Leverage a multi-disciplinary team to manage the path towards safe and com...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Director of Business Operations
$125K - $150K *
Transform business operations by leading systems and technology initiatives that enhance efficiency, drive AI enablement, and streamline processes across the organization, ensuring a robust foundation...
2 weeks ago
$88K - $112K *
Drive the development and execution of a comprehensive enterprise risk management program, collaborating across global functions to enhance risk governance, reporting, and education while maintaining...
6 days ago
Manager, Software Engineering (Resilience Engineering)
$181K - $241K *
Join our team to lead innovative resilience engineering practices, focusing on proactive validation, load testing, and chaos engineering, enhancing the safety and reliability of production systems whi...
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Manager, Software Engineering (Resilience Engineering)
$204K - $290K *
Manage the Resilience Engineering team to enhance system reliability through production load testing and chaos engineering while fostering a proactive safety culture across engineering practices...
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Senior Product Manager, Device Experience
$130K - $219K *
Drive the vision for Samsara device installations, enhancing user experiences and ensuring rapid, accurate setups. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize the install process, making impac...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that advances occupational safety management across projects by implementing and overseeing comprehensive safety policies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with...
Reposted today
Global Center for Health Security Project Manager II
$77K - $123K *
Lead the charge in overseeing project evaluation and performance measurement, collaborating with diverse teams to track outcomes and achieve program goals in a dynamic health security environment...
1 week ago
$135K - $160K *
Lead the charge in designing cutting-edge infrastructure for large-scale AI deployments. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless execution from concept to construction, maintaining...
1 week ago
What is a Program Manager?
A Program Manager coordinates related projects and initiatives to achieve broader organizational goals, managing plans, resources, risks, dependencies, and stakeholder communication.
What qualifications do Program Manager jobs typically require?
Requirements vary, but employers often look for program or project management experience, leadership and communication skills, and the ability to manage budgets, timelines, risks, and cross-functional teams. Some roles request industry expertise, technical skills, or certifications such as PMP.
How much do Program Managers earn?
Program Manager compensation depends on factors such as experience, location, industry, and role scope. Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities paying $100,000 or more.
What industries hire Program Managers?
Program Managers work in many sectors, including technology, healthcare, finance, consulting, manufacturing, and government. Their focus and technical requirements depend on the employer and the programs they lead.
What career paths can follow a Program Manager role?
With experience, Program Managers may move into senior program leadership, portfolio management, operations leadership, director roles, or executive positions.