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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Senior Product Manager, Scheduling
$168K - $231K *
Drive the product strategy and roadmap for a collaborative scheduling solution, enhancing user experience for construction professionals. Engage with customers to identify needs, lead cross-functional...
2 weeks ago
Senior Test Engineering Manager
$190K - $230K *
Innovate with us to lead a team in manufacturing test and product validation for high-voltage power electronics. Drive strategy, enhance test systems, and ensure operational excellence across all prod...
4 weeks ago
Principal Technical Program Manager
$169K - $241K *
Champion complex, cross-functional programs that drive strategic execution and deliver measurable outcomes. Collaborate with diverse teams to navigate ambiguity, manage risks, and ensure alignment wit...
4 days ago
Senior Product Manager - People Systems
$145K - $175K *
Unlock potential by leading the People systems ecosystem, driving product vision and strategy for HR platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and workforce...
3 weeks ago
Technical Program Manager - Hardware
$120K - $145K *
Lead cross-functional development efforts in semiconductor production, ensuring timely delivery and integration of hardware projects, while fostering collaboration among engineering teams and managing...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Sr Program Manager - Change Management, Hub Delivery
$115K - $160K *
Drive change management initiatives across 7+ countries, ensuring operational, technology, and policy changes are assessed, approved, and deployed effectively. Collaborate with cross-functional teams...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Engineering Manager, Clients Team
$242K - $275K *
Lead the charge in developing and deploying robust containerized software, manage CI/CD workflows, and grow a cohesive engineering team to enhance customer security operations and software delivery ac...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Technical Project Manager
$135K - $160K *
Drive project success by leading cross-functional teams, managing timelines, and ensuring client satisfaction through effective communication and technical expertise in a fast-paced environment...
3 weeks ago
Senior Technical Program Management Lead, Trust Operations, Google Research
$192K - $278K *
Champion innovative operational strategies by leading complex AI governance programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, enhance efficiency, and drive impactful outcomes in...
3 weeks ago
Senior Business Operations Program Manager
$115K - $150K *
Drive strategic operational initiatives, collaborating across functions to enhance performance and deliver impactful solutions in a fast-paced environment. Bring your expertise to solve complex challe...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Drive the charge in delivering complex technical programs across global teams, ensuring alignment on priorities and timelines while managing risks and dependencies. Collaborate effectively with stakeh...
2 days ago
Sr Technical Product Manager, AI Programs & Operating Cadence
$130K - $236K *
Champion the enterprise AI portfolio by managing its lifecycle, aligning technical delivery with business goals, and fostering collaboration across teams to drive innovation and enhance employee exper...
Reposted 1 week ago
Sr Technical Product Manager, AI Programs & Operating Cadence
$130K - $236K *
Drive innovation by managing the enterprise AI portfolio, ensuring alignment with business goals and enhancing employee experiences through effective collaboration and strategic planning across teams...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Technical Project Manager - Professional Services
$160K - $200K *
Drive the successful delivery of enterprise SaaS implementations, managing multiple projects from kickoff to go-live. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure customer satisfaction and measur...
3 weeks ago
Sr. Engineering Program Manager, Scaled Assurance, Apple Services Engineering
$135K - $160K *
Unlock potential by leading security program initiatives that enhance engineering standards and practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prioritize security capabilities and ensure consis...
2 weeks ago
Senior Group Manager, Experience Design
$70K - $93K *
Lead and grow a dynamic Experience Design team, driving high-quality web experiences through hands-on design, collaboration, and innovative workflows. Shape the future of design while mentoring talent...
3 weeks ago
Lead Technical Program Manager - PMO & Executive Reporting
$145K - $175K *
Accelerate your career by leading complex technology projects that drive business success. Utilize your expertise in program management to foster innovation, manage resources, and ensure alignment wit...
1 week ago
Lead Technical Program Manager - PMO & Executive Reporting
$120K - $145K *
Empower your career by driving complex technology projects that align with business goals. Utilize your expertise in program management to lead high-performing teams, manage resources, and foster inno...
1 week ago
Sr Technical Program Manager - Adoption and Enablement
$131K - $210K *
Take ownership of the adoption and enablement programs for a cutting-edge platform, ensuring effective training delivery and curriculum development for both internal teams and external law enforcement...
2 weeks ago
Sr Technical Program Manager - Adoption and Enablement
$131K - $210K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing customer adoption and internal enablement through effective training and curriculum development. Drive success by translating operational needs into impactful...
2 weeks ago
Sr Technical Program Manager - Adoption and Enablement
$131K - $210K *
Elevate customer success by driving adoption and enablement programs for Fusus. Lead training delivery, develop curricula, and ensure operational readiness for internal teams and law enforcement, maxi...
2 weeks ago
Sr. Program Manager, Industrial L&E, WWGS BizOps
$115K - $160K *
Join us to drive impactful grocery supply chain initiatives as a Sr. Program Manager. Lead cross-functional teams in launching and retrofitting distribution centers, ensuring operational excellence an...
2 weeks ago
Principal Technical Program Manager
$193K - $203K *
Shape the future of product and engineering by leading complex programs, influencing cross-functional teams, and driving strategic initiatives. Collaborate with senior leaders to enhance delivery effi...
2 weeks ago
Senior Technical Product Manager, Accelerated Compute Platforms
$168K - $327K *
Champion the development of next-gen computing platforms by leading hardware specifications, collaborating across teams, and driving product delivery to meet diverse customer needs in a fast-paced env...
2 weeks ago
Senior Technical Product Manager, Accelerated Compute Platforms
$168K - $327K *
Transform the future of data centers by leading the development of cutting-edge accelerated computing platforms. Collaborate with diverse teams to define, deliver, and market innovative hardware solut...
2 weeks ago
What does a senior technical program manager do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.