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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$158K - $208K *

Innovate the future of our enterprise SaaS platform by defining product strategy, driving customer value, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and achieve growth o...

Waterloo, ONRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$129K - $179K *

Optimize product strategy at a groundbreaking SaaS platform, balancing immediate initiatives and long-term vision. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive customer value and product excellence while m...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of technology projects by leading cross-functional teams, managing schedules, and facilitating Scrum ceremonies to ensure successful delivery of enterprise solutions. Drive progress t...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Optimize project delivery by leading technology initiatives, managing schedules, and facilitating Scrum ceremonies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution of software d...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$145K - $175K *

Lead cross-functional initiatives to drive execution of foundational AI platform capabilities, ensuring efficient orchestration, resource governance, and execution intelligence across diverse computin...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $210K *

Lead the charge in transforming enterprise product strategy by identifying high-impact opportunities, ensuring customer outcomes, and driving operational excellence through collaboration with engineer...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$157K - $227K *

Champion security excellence by leveraging your extensive experience in executive protection and risk management to safeguard leadership and enhance organizational resilience across global operations...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $230K *

Shape the future of transportation infrastructure by leading multidisciplinary teams in program management. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance performance, and ensure successful delivery of complex...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$145K - $195K *

Empower diverse audiences with compelling product collateral, transforming technical insights into impactful messaging. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance sales efforts and engage in s...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $195K *

Elevate product marketing by creating compelling collateral for AI solutions, collaborating with product teams, and aligning messaging across audiences, while ensuring materials are current and impact...

Austin, TXRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $190K *

Drive member activation by leading a cross-functional team to optimize outreach, incentives, and messaging strategies. Own the activation roadmap and funnel metrics to enhance engagement and ensure sc...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $220K *

Champion the delivery of complex, AI-driven projects by leading cross-functional teams, managing client relationships, and ensuring successful outcomes through effective execution and strategic planni...

CanadaRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $172K *

Drive strategic program integration and delivery by leading complex, cross-functional initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to align objectives, manage dependencies, and ensure successful outcome...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$262K - $364K *

Innovate with us as you lead high-impact software projects, driving architecture and engineering for Accelerator platforms while integrating cutting-edge AI tools to enhance design and development pro...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$163K - $236K *

Optimize project delivery by leading complex, multi-disciplinary engineering initiatives. Leverage your technical expertise to manage diverse teams, streamline processes, and enhance brand experiences...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$144K - $211K *

Lead the charge in managing complex Industrial Controls workstreams, ensuring seamless execution of NPI programs. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative automation solutions on time and within...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $180K *

Transform network infrastructure delivery by leading strategic programs across data centers, campuses, and AI environments. Drive cross-functional collaboration, manage risks, and ensure operational r...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in shaping innovative collaboration solutions by defining product strategy, driving cross-functional initiatives, and delivering customer-centric outcomes in a dynamic environment...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$155K - $210K *

Transform product vision into reality by leading strategic initiatives and enhancing customer engagement in the biopharma sector. Drive product discovery and improvements while ensuring customer feedb...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Help us establish a robust PMO to drive enterprise transformation and manage complex technical initiatives. Lead program execution, build governance frameworks, and enhance collaboration across teams...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Drive enterprise transformation by leading a Technical Program Management Office, overseeing complex initiatives and fostering collaboration across teams to achieve measurable business outcomes and op...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$155K - $175K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading autonomous vehicle deployment programs. Drive cross-functional collaboration, streamline processes, and ensure high-quality customer experiences as we scale o...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$151K - $204K *

Pioneer innovative manufacturing processes by leading a skilled engineering team. Drive strategic direction, optimize systems, and collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product development and ope...

1 week ago

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

$137K - $186K *

Transform the future of marketing with AI-driven design solutions. Lead the design of innovative products that enhance user trust and streamline campaign management, ensuring a seamless blend of autom...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$138K - $197K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team managing complex engineering projects. Leverage your technical expertise to drive resource allocation and optimize machine learning infrastructure, collaborating w...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.