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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$164K - $202K *

Lead the charge in driving security and identity initiatives, managing complex technical programs, ensuring compliance and protecting data. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver impactful solution...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$164K - $202K *

Join a team that's driving innovation and compliance in security initiatives. Lead and manage cross-functional technical programs while fostering collaboration and delivering impactful results in a fa...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$164K - $202K *

Unlock potential by leading complex technical projects and managing initiatives that drive security and compliance standards, while collaborating across teams to ensure effective execution and deliver...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$164K - $202K *

Transform your career by leading technical projects and enhancing security initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive compliance and protect sensitive data in a fast-paced environme...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$164K - $202K *

Deliver impactful security and identity programs by driving cross-functional projects, enhancing operational effectiveness, and fostering stakeholder collaboration to achieve strategic goals in a dyna...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$164K - $202K *

Join our engineering team to drive complex security programs from ideation to delivery. Lead initiatives that protect sensitive data and enforce compliance while collaborating across diverse teams to...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $231K *

Lead cross-functional initiatives in hardware strategy, driving execution and alignment across teams. Collaborate with leadership to enhance operational effectiveness and support technology investment...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $180K *

Lead the charge in managing complex technical programs from concept to launch, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while fostering collaboration across teams and reporting to senior manageme...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$159K - $239K *

Accelerate program execution by managing software deliverables across multimedia technologies and SoC platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment, optimize schedules, and dr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Advance program execution by leading cross-functional teams to deliver AI initiatives. Collaborate with remote developers, manage Agile processes, and ensure alignment with business goals while drivin...

Pleasant Grove, UTRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading technical programs that drive our AI platform's success. Collaborate with remote teams and stakeholders to ensure timely delivery, manage risks, and enhance Agile processes...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$163K - $236K *

Drive impactful projects as a Technical Program Manager, leading cross-functional teams to enhance Workspace Identity and Groups. Manage complex systems, mitigate risks, and optimize processes to ensu...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $160K *

Lead the development of weather response strategies for last-mile delivery, optimizing capacity and performance through data analysis and collaboration with stakeholders to enhance operational efficie...

1 week ago

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

$168K - $252K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of API platforms and data standards. As a Senior Product Manager, you'll drive strategic initiatives, collaborate across teams, and enhance developer experiences...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$168K - $252K *

Champion the API platform roadmap, collaborating across teams to drive clarity and prioritize impactful outcomes. Lead product direction, ensuring alignment and successful delivery while enhancing dev...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$240K - $333K *

Transform the future of data center security by leading strategic programs that enhance operational technology health and infrastructure controls. Drive innovation and manage a global team to ensure r...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$148K - $201K *

Take ownership of complex, cross-functional programs, driving delivery and alignment across teams. Leverage technical expertise to manage dependencies, mitigate risks, and ensure high-quality outcomes...

Today

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

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading cross-functional programs that integrate software and AI tools with manufacturing processes, ensuring timely delivery and quality for enterprise customers while driving ope...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $166K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing supply chain solutions through strategic program management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify risks and drive impactful initiatives that e...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $166K *

Lead the charge in transforming supply risk management by executing strategic initiatives and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize operations and drive impactful results...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $166K *

Join a dynamic team to drive complex programs, collaborating across functions to ensure timely delivery and alignment with corporate strategy. Leverage your leadership and communication skills to fost...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $190K *

Champion cross-functional program management strategies while leading a team of experts to drive innovation in wearable technology. Oversee product development, ensuring alignment with business goals...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $210K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role driving execution in Application and Platform Security. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance program delivery, manage operational rhythms, and ensure...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$151K - $204K *

Empower innovation by leading product management for a groundbreaking global solution. Drive the technical roadmap, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and enhance customer experiences through in...

3 days ago

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

$96K - $163K *

Empower our team by leading strategic initiatives that enhance customer experience. Drive complex projects from concept to execution, collaborating across functions to deliver innovative solutions and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.