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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$185K - $225K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of advanced manufacturing by leading complex programs and client relationships. Drive strategic initiatives across semiconductor and data center projects while en...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$185K - $225K *

Lead the charge in managing complex programs for Advanced Manufacturing clients, overseeing interconnected projects across semiconductor and data center environments while driving client relationships...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$185K - $225K *

Drive complex programs in Advanced Manufacturing, overseeing interconnected projects across semiconductor and data center environments. Lead multidisciplinary teams, manage client relationships, and e...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$185K - $225K *

Champion the execution of complex programs in advanced manufacturing, overseeing interconnected projects while driving client relationships and business growth. Leverage technical expertise and leader...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$171K - $231K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative consumer products by managing cross-functional teams, optimizing project timelines, and ensuring high-quality outcomes throughout the product lifecycle...

2 days ago

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

$107K - $142K *

Lead the charge in managing end-to-end localization projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality content delivery and operational excellence across diverse media formats...

2 weeks ago

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

$106K - $118K *

Accelerate progress at our global support team by managing high-priority escalations. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure timely resolutions and maintain exceptional customer experien...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$140K - $190K *

Transform legal research by leading a dynamic AI engineering team to modernize KeyCite. Drive innovation in AI capabilities and backend systems while fostering collaboration across teams to enhance le...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Empower teams by managing complex AI infrastructure programs, driving clarity in cross-domain migrations, ensuring timely communication, and fostering collaboration among diverse stakeholders to achie...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Drive impactful product launches and enhance user activation flows to ensure customer adoption and satisfaction. Collaborate cross-functionally to create effective onboarding experiences and measure s...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion the mechanical design program for a cutting-edge wearable, overseeing part release, tooling, and validation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery and quality, whi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Lead a transformative cybersecurity initiative, collaborating across teams to execute and enhance enterprise security programs while shaping the organization's strategic roadmap for future improvement...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$180K - $270K *

Lead the planning and execution of complex software releases, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative unmanned systems and mission applications that enhance capabilities for th...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$225K - $253K *

Lead and innovate as a Software Development Manager, overseeing a team of engineers to drive project execution and deliver impactful solutions in a collaborative environment focused on biomedical data...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$109K - $197K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-quality technical project management, collaborating with teams to enhance customer web performance and security. Drive integration efficiency and foster strong clien...

Ottawa, ONRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $197K *

Drive success at the intersection of technology and customer engagement, leading complex projects while enhancing web performance and security strategies through collaboration and best practices...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $220K *

Elevate the future of integrated scheduling by managing key programs and products, ensuring alignment across engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain timelines in a dynamic NPI environment to achi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $140K *

Drive innovation by building essential tools for our growing fleet of robots. Identify operational challenges, create effective solutions, and enhance reliability through continuous improvement. Join...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Lead data migration programs, ensuring secure and accurate transfers between platforms. Define strategies, establish controls, and ensure compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$142K - $193K *

Lead the charge in transforming energy procurement by managing a high-performing team across solar, wind, battery storage, and hydrogen. Drive strategic sourcing initiatives that align with sustainabi...

2 weeks ago

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

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in project management for Fleet Modernization and Newbuild projects, applying Agile methodologies to ensure successful scope, budget execution, and seamless collaboration across teams...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$150K - $190K *

Empower cross-functional teams to lead complex development programs, ensuring alignment between technical, operational, and business objectives while driving successful execution from concept to compl...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$196K - $240K *

Drive innovation in Fleet Management and Internal Tooling, enhancing customer experiences through strategic product development and cross-functional collaboration, from concept to launch, ensuring sea...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$187K - $270K *

Shape the future of next-gen FPGA products by leading complex, cross-functional engineering programs. Drive execution, align teams, and translate technical challenges into actionable plans, ensuring s...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Optimize logistics strategies and support systems management for defense programs, ensuring operational readiness and cost-effectiveness throughout the product lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functi...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 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.