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 - $145K *

Lead and manage a portfolio of tenant improvement projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards while overseeing a dedicated team and coordinating with various stakeholde...

Surrey, BCIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$112K - $135K *

Transform the future of automotive technology by leading product lifecycle management, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving innovative solutions for OEMs and market activation...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Innovate with us to drive impactful projects, leveraging your expertise in a dynamic environment. Collaborate across teams to enhance processes and deliver exceptional results while fostering a cultur...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $175K *

Advance mission-critical payload development by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring clarity and accountability throughout the lifecycle of complex aerospace systems in a fast-paced environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion a high-performing engineering team, driving innovation and strategic execution across diverse product initiatives while ensuring robust, scalable solutions and effective mentorship for engine...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$151K - $204K *

Champion the transformation of logistics by optimizing Amazon's transportation network. Lead initiatives to enhance technology and improve customer experience through data-driven insights and collabor...

2 days ago

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

$148K - $201K *

Drive transformative solutions for complex programs in a fast-paced tech environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance strategic roadmaps and deliver impactful outcomes leveraging Generative...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$119K - $161K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in process engineering. Lead complex projects to enhance material handling systems, ensuring safety and efficiency while collaborating with cross-functional teams...

Today

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

$147K - $200K *

Empower partner engagements by driving strategic initiatives that enhance business outcomes. Collaborate across teams to influence decisions, manage complex programs, and ensure measurable success in...

2 weeks ago

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

$148K - $201K *

Lead cross-functional initiatives for post-quantum cryptography readiness, transforming complex challenges into actionable programs and coordinating efforts among engineering teams to enhance security...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$150K - $250K *

Lead the charge in managing complex aerospace programs, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business goals. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive execution, mitigate risks, and maintain prog...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $250K *

Drive execution of complex aerospace programs, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business goals. Lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and mitigate risks while fostering customer rela...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Lead the evolution of our GTM Systems Architecture, enhancing Salesforce and its tech stack for AI-native workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build a trusted data foundation and driv...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$163K - $261K *

Partner with us to optimize release operations for our scaling autonomous fleet. You will lead release train execution and automation efforts, ensuring safety compliance while enhancing cross-function...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$181K - $290K *

Drive the charge in automating release operations for our expanding fleet. This hands-on role focuses on scaling and safety while balancing release architecture with daily execution. Ideal for proacti...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$181K - $290K *

Inspire operational excellence as you lead release management, streamline processes, and drive automation in a dynamic software environment, shaping the future of vehicle technology with a focus on sa...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Drive product launches with precision, ensuring quality and availability through effective collaboration across engineering, operations, and supply chain teams. Lead initiatives in a dynamic environme...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$163K - $200K *

Unlock your potential by coordinating live experiences, managing budgets, and leading cross-team initiatives. Collaborate with creative and technical teams to shape programs that engage audiences and...

3 weeks ago

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

$160K - $180K *

Drive strategic growth by managing complex partner solution programs from inception to scale. Own governance, coordinate teams, and deliver defined outcomes across integrated technical initiatives. Yo...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$192K - $278K *

Innovate your career by leading complex, multi-disciplinary projects that drive AI and infrastructure advancements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions and enhance op...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize program delivery by leading complex projects from proposal to execution. Drive cross-functional collaboration, manage budgets, and ensure customer commitments are met while mentoring junior p...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $236K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in GenAI platforms, managing product lifecycles, and enhancing employee experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful features that al...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$130K - $236K *

Take ownership of the GenAI platforms and MCP server requests, managing the product lifecycle and feature roadmap. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation, enhance employee experie...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Shape and drive strategic Innovation and Renovation projects, ensuring flawless execution from concept to completion. Lead cross-functional teams to meet key performance indicators while fostering col...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$192K - $278K *

Unlock your potential as you lead complex, cross-functional AI initiatives, driving strategic programs from inception to execution while collaborating with senior leaders and optimizing delivery for i...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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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