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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$179K - $287K *

Help us drive the software release cycle end-to-end, ensuring operational readiness and alignment across engineering and product teams as we scale our autonomous vehicle deployment...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$141K - $177K *

Join us to shape the future of cybersecurity by leading product vision and strategy for our innovative Autonomous and Continuous pentesting platform, driving impactful solutions that enhance security...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Manage high-impact, cross-functional programs to drive business outcomes, ensuring effective execution across complex initiatives while mentoring teams and improving governance practices...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K - $183K *

Lead the charge in executing autonomous machine programs, managing complex projects while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions and maintain product roadmaps for fu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$290K - $365K *

Transform compliance processes by leading the technology side of the SOX program. Collaborate across teams to design IT controls, automate workflows, and ensure effective compliance while driving cont...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$290K - $365K *

Champion the technology side of our SOX program by collaborating with engineering, finance, and audit teams to design and implement IT controls, automate compliance processes, and drive continuous imp...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $210K *

Unlock potential by leading machine learning and simulation efforts to enhance manufacturing accuracy. Drive product management, user research, and technical direction to optimize path planning and sp...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$138K - $197K *

Manage complex, multi-disciplinary projects in data center infrastructure, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Collaborate with stakeholders to oversee schedules, risks, and deliverables while en...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $185K *

Champion Agile project execution by leading cross-functional teams to optimize workflows, mitigate risks, and ensure alignment with business objectives, driving successful digital and martech transfor...

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Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$145K - $175K *

Shape the future of Agile project management by leading cross-functional teams, driving digital transformation, and optimizing workflows to deliver value-driven solutions while fostering a culture of...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $180K *

Drive innovation as a Senior Product Manager, leading strategic initiatives in Adaptive Training and Continuous Learning. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and achiev...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $247K *

Lead the charge in driving large-scale infrastructure programs, optimizing security and scalability across all operating zones. Collaborate with senior leadership to translate strategic vision into ac...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $227K *

Shape the future of infrastructure by leading cross-functional programs that enhance security, scalability, and connectivity. Collaborate with senior leadership to drive strategic initiatives and deli...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$137K - $186K *

Shape regulatory strategies across the Americas, ensuring compliance and driving product evolution in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate regulations into actionable o...

2 weeks ago

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

$148K - $201K *

Engineer a transformative security review program at scale, supporting thousands of engineers and multiple teams. Shape strategy into actionable plans and oversee critical dependencies, ensuring timel...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining sports analytics by leading the development of innovative data visualization tools. Collaborate across functions to transform complex tracking data into actionable insigh...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$123K - $185K *

Build strong supplier relationships and drive strategic sourcing initiatives for technology procurement, focusing on hardware and data center infrastructure. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$123K - $185K *

Join a dynamic team to drive strategic sourcing initiatives in technology, focusing on hardware and infrastructure. Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to optimize procurement process...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$123K - $185K *

Transform technology sourcing by leading strategic initiatives in hardware procurement, enhancing supplier relationships, and driving process improvements to support business goals and optimize costs...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$123K - $185K *

Drive strategic sourcing initiatives by optimizing technology procurement processes, enhancing supplier relationships, and executing hardware engagements to support business objectives and improve ope...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$204K - $266K *

Empower your career by leading strategic portfolio initiatives in security and compliance. Drive cross-functional collaborations, manage technical risks, and establish impactful frameworks, enhancing...

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $284K *

Advance your career by leading production programs in a dynamic environment. Oversee project execution, manage cross-functional teams, and drive profitability while ensuring adherence to cost and sche...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform product strategy by leading innovative initiatives, optimizing performance metrics, and engaging stakeholders to drive success across hospitality, eCommerce, and technology sectors...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$222K - $308K *

Transform strategic initiatives into actionable plans, driving cross-functional collaboration and optimizing product execution. Lead high-impact projects that enhance AI capabilities and infrastructur...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$92K - $148K *

Elevate your career by leading complex R&D projects in orthopaedics. Drive cross-functional teams from concept to launch, ensuring compliance and innovation in medical device development. Your experti...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.