Senior Technical Program Manager Jobs

Explore senior technical program manager jobs for experienced professionals who can align engineering teams, business leaders, and strategic priorities. These roles oversee complex, cross-functional initiatives—from software launches and cloud migrations to infrastructure modernization—while managing scope, timelines, risks, and outcomes. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, helping you find senior program leadership positions that match your experience.

What Senior Technical Program Managers Do

Senior technical program managers guide programs that span teams, systems, and business functions. They establish plans and governance, clarify ownership and dependencies, communicate progress to executives, and help teams resolve blockers. The role often involves translating business goals into technical milestones while keeping delivery focused on measurable results.

Common Responsibilities and Skills

Responsibilities vary by organization, but may include building roadmaps, coordinating engineering and product teams, monitoring budgets and schedules, managing risk, and defining success metrics. Employers commonly value strong communication, strategic thinking, analytical problem-solving, stakeholder management, and experience with agile or other delivery frameworks. Familiarity with software development, cloud platforms, data, cybersecurity, or enterprise systems may also be useful.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Senior technical program managers work across technology, finance, healthcare, telecommunications, retail, and other industries with complex technical operations. Depending on the company, opportunities may focus on product development, platform engineering, AI and data programs, security, or large-scale transformation. Experienced professionals can progress toward director-level program leadership, portfolio management, or broader technology operations roles.

Find Senior Technical Program Manager Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted senior technical program manager opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare roles by industry, location, work arrangement, and areas of technical focus, then identify positions that fit your leadership background and career goals.

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$150K - $180K *

Drive the successful execution of technical programs, managing R&D and manufacturing activities to meet customer specifications and delivery timelines while ensuring accountability and continuous impr...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$94K - $198K *

Lead the charge in advancing Cybersecurity initiatives by managing cross-functional teams, coordinating project requirements, and driving innovative solutions to meet evolving customer needs and enhan...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Engineer the demand and capability backlog for web platforms, translating stakeholder needs into actionable requirements. Collaborate with teams to enhance platform performance and drive measurable va...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$188K - $274K *

Unlock potential by leading complex, multi-disciplinary engineering initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize resources, manage vendor relationships, and drive operational excellence acro...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Drive global supply chain excellence for cutting-edge hardware products, overseeing end-to-end programs from sourcing to manufacturing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely deliver...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$139K - $188K *

Innovate financial strategies for internal start-ups, guiding investment frameworks and operational mechanisms. Collaborate with leaders to drive financial insights and accountability in high-ambiguit...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$164K - $263K *

Reimagine risk management by leading cross-functional programs that drive strategic initiatives, enhance operational excellence, and leverage AI tools to optimize delivery and outcomes across global t...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$192K - $278K *

Shape the future of developer knowledge by driving product strategy and execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance AI integration and improve user experiences, ensuring impactful so...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$163K - $236K *

Elevate your career by managing complex networking infrastructure programs, driving cross-functional collaboration, and ensuring seamless deployment of cutting-edge AI solutions that power global syst...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $205K *

Drive strategic technical planning and project governance across complex network initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and align with organizational...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $160K *

Join our dynamic team as you drive impactful solutions in an AI-Native environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance customer experiences and strategically guide product direction while focus...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $180K *

Drive the resolution of complex cybersecurity challenges by leading program management efforts, coordinating with government personnel, and ensuring compliance across stakeholders while managing resou...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$86K - $136K *

Champion complex technology initiatives by leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions. Drive program success through effective planning, risk management, and stakeholder collabor...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$86K - $136K *

Lead complex, cross-functional technology initiatives to enhance omni-channel communications and document management. Your expertise will drive alignment across teams, ensuring high-quality solutions...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$143K - $215K *

Empower the GTM Platform ecosystem by leading strategic operations, ensuring compliance, and optimizing program delivery across Salesforce environments while collaborating with cross-functional teams...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$147K - $196K *

Lead critical People programs, driving initiatives and managing risks while fostering collaboration across teams. Utilize strong project management and analytical skills to ensure successful delivery...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$148K - $201K *

Pioneer innovative logistics solutions by managing global initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving process improvements to meet customer needs and organizational goals...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$238K - $322K *

Champion innovative platform solutions as a Technical Program Manager, driving complex initiatives globally. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer outcomes and navigate ambiguity...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive the vision and strategy for AI-powered products, managing their lifecycle and enhancing team capabilities. Collaborate across functions to leverage AI effectively, ensuring quality and user impa...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Contribute to the vision and strategy of AI-powered products, managing their lifecycle and delivery. Leverage AI tools for decision-making and mentor fellow Product Managers to enhance team capabiliti...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Champion the vision and strategy for AI-powered products, driving their roadmap and delivery while mentoring peers. Leverage AI tools to enhance decision-making and product lifecycle management, ensur...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$192K - $278K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in network engineering by managing complex, multi-disciplinary projects. Leverage your technical expertise to enhance global operations and ensure seamless delive...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$82K - $129K *

Optimize customer experience validation by managing cross-functional programs, driving process improvements, and leveraging data insights to ensure product readiness for launch while collaborating wit...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$125K - $200K *

Oversee ship maintenance projects for Navy R&D, providing technical leadership in planning and compliance while ensuring project performance meets Navy standards and organizational practices...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$139K - $189K *

Unlock your potential as you lead cross-functional projects that drive AI-powered insights and data-driven decisions. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance data infrastructure and generative AI ca...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a senior technical program manager do?question toggle

    A senior technical program manager leads complex initiatives that involve multiple technical teams and business stakeholders. They coordinate roadmaps, dependencies, risks, schedules, communication, and delivery outcomes.

  • What qualifications are common for senior technical program manager jobs?question toggle

    Employers often seek substantial experience delivering technical programs, strong cross-functional leadership and communication skills, and the ability to manage risk and competing priorities. Requirements may also include experience with software, cloud, infrastructure, data, or agile delivery.

  • How much do senior technical program managers earn?question toggle

    Compensation varies by employer, industry, location, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including senior technical program manager opportunities.

  • Where do senior technical program managers work?question toggle

    They work in many sectors, including technology, finance, healthcare, telecommunications, and retail. Their programs may involve software, cloud services, infrastructure, security, data, or enterprise transformation.

  • How can I find senior technical program manager jobs?question toggle

    Browse senior technical program manager listings on Ladders and refine your search by location, industry, work arrangement, salary, and technical specialty to find roles aligned with your experience.