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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$130K - $236K *

Drive AI adoption by managing the enterprise training program, aligning product strategy with business goals. Collaborate with stakeholders, analyze data, and enhance employee engagement to ensure eff...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$185K - $235K *

Engage as a Senior Program Manager to lead the redesign of the Lead-to-Cash process, collaborating across teams to enhance demand capture, opportunity creation, pricing, contracting, and revenue recog...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$146K - $234K *

Champion the future of air traffic management by leading high-impact technology initiatives. Drive project execution and team performance in a mission-critical environment, ensuring safety and moderni...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Lead project management for innovative multi-port products, ensuring commercial readiness and operational excellence across global markets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive process imp...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $190K *

Unlock potential by leading the strategy and execution of internal systems that drive operational efficiency and scalability, enhancing financial and academic workflows to support significant growth a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$160K - $215K *

Lead and innovate in medical product development, managing a diverse portfolio of projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive scientific objectives, ensure accountability, and navigate...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of drug discovery by managing small molecule programs, ensuring seamless collaboration across teams, and driving effective project execution in a dynamic environment. Join us to enhan...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$197K - $267K *

Unlock potential by leading the strategy and execution of innovative Localization and agentic core infrastructure, enabling scalable agent and skill development. Collaborate with cross-functional team...

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

$132K - $189K *

Transform logistics operations by leading complex projects, optimizing supply chain strategies, and leveraging data analysis to enhance network efficiency and readiness across global fulfillment nodes...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $250K *

Lead a high-impact engineering team to develop AI-driven solutions that transform AWS Go-To-Market strategies, enhancing sales plays and user experiences through innovative agentic systems and advance...

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

$180K - $210K *

Join us to drive the development of innovative AI-powered products from concept to launch, collaborating with cross-functional teams to create valuable user experiences and solutions for enterprise ma...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's delivering innovative critical power solutions. Leverage your project management expertise to lead cross-functional teams, ensuring exceptional results and seamless execution in a d...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$182K - $338K *

Collaborate to lead IAMD Post Production Localization programs, ensuring successful execution from inception to completion. Drive cross-functional coordination, manage customer relations, and oversee...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$182K - $338K *

Shape the future of IAMD Post Production Localization programs, overseeing projects from inception to completion. Lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and ensure compliance while fostering str...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$182K - $338K *

Lead the charge in shaping future program requirements and capabilities. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive growth and develop production-focused solutions that meet diverse customer needs while f...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$228K - $423K *

Empower the future of defense technology by leading program management efforts, shaping strategies, and fostering collaboration across teams to deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions for diverse...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$205K - $381K *

Partner with us to drive strategic program execution and develop innovative solutions that enhance production capabilities and affordability for diverse customers, while leading a high-performing team...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$192K - $278K *

Lead the charge in integrating cutting-edge AI systems, ensuring seamless collaboration across teams to deliver innovative solutions at scale. Drive technical execution and manage complex dependencies...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$129K - $207K *

Manage and drive high-impact technical programs across diverse teams, enhancing engineering efficiency and cloud operations. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver complex initiatives that support b...

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

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to lead program management initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Oversee budgets, guide cross-functional teams, and enhance organizational performance through effec...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a hands-on leadership role driving complex projects. Oversee cross-functional teams, manage schedules, budgets, and stakeholder expectations while ensuring alignment and successf...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $157K *

Take ownership of product strategy and lifecycle management for innovative power generation solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive market success through data-driven insights, customer fee...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$124K - $155K *

Contribute to our customer marketing strategy by developing programs that enhance engagement, retention, and advocacy. Collaborate cross-functionally to create compelling customer stories and scalable...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by leading diverse project teams to deliver exceptional enterprise banking solutions. Utilize your expertise in project management to drive success, engage stakeholders, and ensu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Explore the future of enterprise banking by leading project teams to deliver innovative solutions. Utilize your expertise in project management to drive success, engage stakeholders, and ensure projec...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information 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.