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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$74K - $129K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of finance and operations by managing critical programs that enhance decision-making and drive continuous improvement across cross-functional teams in a dynamic...

2 days ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of operational excellence by leading engineering initiatives, driving program execution, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to enhance performance and deliver key operationa...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$82K - $117K *

Lead financial analysis for a high-growth business area, driving insights and process improvements. Collaborate across teams, influence planning cycles, and automate reporting to enhance operational e...

2 weeks ago

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

$137K - $185K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of aerospace manufacturing by developing and automating scalable processes for complex hardware. Lead innovations in production systems, ensuring quality and effic...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead and manage a cross-disciplinary engineering team, ensuring successful execution of hardware-focused programs from concept to production while maintaining cost, schedule, and technical integrity...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $127K *

Lead cross-functional teams to drive hardware project execution, ensuring timely delivery and quality. Manage schedules, risks, and stakeholder communication while fostering collaboration to meet proj...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in enhancing security operations by managing a high-performing team, driving innovation, and developing strategies to address evolving cybersecurity threats in a dynamic environment...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$163K - $236K *

Elevate your career by driving innovative program management initiatives, integrating cutting-edge AI tools, and enhancing workflows across diverse teams to deliver impactful search experiences...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$133K - $186K *

Empower enterprise administrators by leading the development of API-centric workflows and features that enhance management, monitoring, and support capabilities, ensuring a seamless admin experience a...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$133K - $186K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Product Manager, driving API-centric workflows and enhancing admin capabilities for enterprise solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to shape impactful product road...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$154K - $216K *

Champion your career by leading complex Medical and Scientific Affairs projects. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive strategic initiatives, ensuring timely execution and budget adherence while enh...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $275K *

Shape the future of our software products by driving strategy and execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions that meet customer needs and enhance business outcome...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of transformation initiatives, managing complex, cross-functional programs to drive business process redesign and measurable outcomes across multiple teams and fun...

1 week ago

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

$136K - $176K *

Lead the operational strategy for robot validation, ensuring maximum uptime and effective testing. Collaborate across teams to enhance product quality and reliability, driving continuous improvement i...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate project management excellence by leading complex IT initiatives across diverse teams, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while fostering collaboration and innovation throughout the...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$176K - $264K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI-driven automation by designing and building scalable, fault-tolerant systems that enhance enterprise observability and streamline workflows for global custom...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$176K - $264K *

Transform the future of enterprise workflows by architecting scalable, high-performance systems that enhance AI-driven automation and observability, ensuring seamless integration and operational excel...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering successful projects by managing budgets, timelines, and team dynamics. Lead cross-functional efforts to ensure project objectives are met while promoting saf...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of innovative solutions as a Product Manager, driving vision and delivery while collaborating with engineers and stakeholders to meet complex customer needs and achieve measurable out...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $175K *

Build your expertise in product management by driving the strategy and execution of our Commerce product. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer experiences and deliver impactful...

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2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Pioneer innovative automotive seating solutions by managing cross-functional engineering projects. Drive product development from concept to launch, ensuring quality and performance standards are met...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading product development for innovative 3D printing solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and drive product strategy, ensuring customer n...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize change management processes within a multi-disciplinary team, ensuring effective communication and training for military service contracts while enhancing stakeholder engagement and satisfact...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$153K - $207K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing AWS solutions that drive customer success. Collaborate with stakeholders to assess needs, optimize performance, and manage risks throughout the project l...

2 days ago

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

$153K - $207K *

Help us drive customer success by designing and implementing AWS solutions. You'll leverage your technical expertise to manage complex projects, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to best prac...

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

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.