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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$127K - $175K *

Champion the execution of security and privacy initiatives, aligning cross-functional teams to reduce risks and enhance outcomes. Drive strategic planning, maintain clear communication, and prepare ex...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $175K *

Join a strategic team as you oversee complex web projects, drive digital initiatives, and promote best practices, all while collaborating across functions. Make a real-world impact while shaping the f...

Seattle, WARemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate customer engagement by leading program delivery and innovation. Collaborate across teams to ensure project success, drive platform evolution, and enhance long-term value for clients in a dynam...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of technical delivery by leading complex programs, bridging engineering, operations, and business teams to ensure successful outcomes and strategic alignment in a dynamic environment...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $190K *

Engage in the fast-paced world of pilot manufacturing, driving process development and cross-functional collaboration to ensure timely production of innovative energy solutions. Your expertise will he...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Transform autonomous systems through precise requirements management as a Senior Technical Program Manager. Lead cross-team initiatives, guide agile ceremonies, and ensure technical clarity to drive p...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $175K *

Join a team that's redefining creative program management. You'll oversee complex projects, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality results while optimizing workflows and enhancing collaboration acr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $175K *

Lead the creative program management efforts, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality projects across various marketing initiatives. Drive process improvements and foster collaboration within a dynam...

Seattle, WARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$198K - $233K *

Lead cross-functional teams to drive manufacturing process development, ensuring timely deployment of custom automation and tooling for product launches. Collaborate closely with engineering and opera...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$240K - $333K *

Drive complex, multi-disciplinary technical programs that enhance AI transformation, optimize infrastructure, and ensure security compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to navigate ambigu...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$123K - $285K *

Lead the charge in driving engineering development and implementation of innovative products. Collaborate across teams to enhance processes, manage resources, and ensure timely delivery while mentorin...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$123K - $285K *

Champion innovation by leading cross-functional teams to drive engineering development and implementation of complex products. Utilize advanced expertise to enhance processes, manage resources, and en...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $285K *

Lead the charge in managing complex engineering programs, driving product development and implementation while ensuring cross-functional collaboration and adherence to budgets and timelines. Mentor te...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$128K - $214K *

Empower cross-functional teams to deliver complex technical programs, ensuring alignment with business goals. Lead planning, execution, and stakeholder communication while fostering a collaborative en...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$133K - $235K *

Drive your career with impactful cross-functional programs, leading initiatives from planning to launch. Collaborate with diverse teams to navigate complexity, ensuring successful delivery and continu...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Advance technology initiatives by leading cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate strategic goals into actionable plans, ensuring successful p...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K - $150K *

Manage complex cybersecurity verification programs across large-scale data center projects. Lead coordination among diverse teams, ensuring operational readiness and technical integration throughout c...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $182K *

Drive program execution across high-priority workstreams in Customer Outcomes, managing threat intelligence partnerships and AI model initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure tim...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $108K *

Champion high-impact strategic initiatives, collaborating with executives to drive alignment and measurable results across the organization while navigating complexity and change...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $150K *

Innovate and lead complex technical programs, ensuring project execution meets engineering, production, and operational standards while aligning with customer expectations and regulatory requirements...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $150K *

Elevate project execution by leading complex technical programs across engineering, production, and operations. Collaborate with teams to meet technical requirements and customer expectations while dr...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$148K - $201K *

Lead large-scale technical programs, driving cross-functional collaboration and strategic planning to ensure successful delivery and alignment with business objectives. Manage risks, optimize processe...

2 weeks ago

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

$126K - $264K *

Elevate operational excellence by driving cross-functional collaboration and managing complex GPU NPI programs. This high-impact role demands strong leadership, strategic influence, and a proven track...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$136K - $204K *

Drive enterprise programs as a Senior Program Manager, ensuring alignment across projects to achieve strategic business outcomes. Collaborate with executives and teams to deliver value through effecti...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative technology programs in Open-RAN and NTN. Manage cross-functional initiatives, collaborate with product teams, and ensure successful delivery while mitigating ris...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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.

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    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.