Explore Program Manager Jobs

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.

What Does a Program Manager Do?

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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.

Program Manager Salary and Career Outlook

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.

Find Your Next Program Manager Role

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.

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$90K - $209K *

Drive the development of impactful training programs for OCI Dedicated Cloud solutions, enhancing customer and partner onboarding experiences. Lead cross-functional initiatives to ensure effective lea...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $209K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic initiatives across teams, ensuring alignment and progress in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Leverage your technical expertise to navigate complexities a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $209K *

Drive organizational success by aligning teams and removing blockers, ensuring clarity and momentum in complex projects. Build trusted partnerships with leaders to execute strategic initiatives across...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $209K *

Join a team that's driving organizational success by aligning cross-functional teams, removing blockers, and fostering collaboration. Leverage your technical expertise to navigate complex challenges a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $209K *

Accelerate progress at driving organizational success by unifying teams, removing blockers, and ensuring alignment across stakeholders. Leverage your technical expertise to navigate complexities and f...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $209K *

Join a dynamic team driving GPU cluster repair strategies to enhance availability and operational efficiency. Lead high-impact programs, define KPIs, and collaborate across functions to ensure optimal...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $209K *

Champion the execution of strategic AI infrastructure initiatives, ensuring effective governance and cross-functional collaboration across multiple programs. Drive decision-making and accountability f...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $209K *

Contribute to the success of AI infrastructure initiatives by leading complex program execution, driving cross-functional collaborations, and ensuring operational excellence through effective planning...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $209K *

Lead the charge in enhancing operational efficiency of hardware repair programs. Oversee execution, governance, and cross-functional collaboration, ensuring timely delivery of integrated solutions whi...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$137K - $207K *

Lead the charge in establishing and managing a Private Sector Clearance Program, coordinating cross-functional teams and engaging senior stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of high-visibility p...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $200K *

Unlock your potential by leading critical cybersecurity programs, ensuring precise execution and delivery in a classified IT environment. Collaborate with technical teams to manage schedules, costs, a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Lead strategic program initiatives, coordinating efforts across multiple stakeholders while ensuring successful execution of Navy modernization objectives through planning, direction, and resource all...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive impactful program management by leading cross-functional initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, and delivering measurable results in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with divers...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $166K *

Shape the future of defense technology by leading acquisition support for critical command and control systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency and decision-making capabilitie...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $93K *

Champion project execution by coordinating cross-functional teams to meet milestones and customer commitments. Drive accountability and proactively manage risks to ensure successful delivery of semico...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $93K *

Drive project execution for semiconductor capital equipment, ensuring timely delivery and quality. Collaborate across teams to manage schedules, mitigate risks, and uphold customer commitments while s...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic initiatives that enhance efficiency and profitability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive projects from conception to completion, ensuring alignment...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by leading enterprise IT operations and modernization initiatives. Drive multidisciplinary teams to deliver secure, accessible solutions while ensuring customer satisfaction and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $130K *

Manage complex IT projects by overseeing design, implementation, and testing phases. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and compliance while driving successful project outcomes...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $172K *

Unlock potential by leading cross-functional teams in the Sentinel Program, ensuring timely delivery of propulsion systems while managing risks, quality, and customer relations. Drive continuous impro...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic portfolio of Cybersecurity Services, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outcomes. Collaborate with stakeholders to manage budgets, risks, and project lifec...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving defense programs from development to delivery. Lead cross-functional efforts to meet technical, cost, and schedule commitments while ensuring customer satisfaction and progr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in Agile project management for Federal digital services, coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring successful execution of complex modernization efforts while managing stakehol...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in managing multiple projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with customer specifications and financial goals. Communicate effectively with stakeholders and drive cro...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$165K - $185K *

Optimize strategic initiatives by leading cross-functional programs that bridge e-commerce, digital media, and technology. Collaborate with senior leaders to transform concepts into actionable results...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Program Manager?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    With experience, Program Managers may move into senior program leadership, portfolio management, operations leadership, director roles, or executive positions.