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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$120K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading the design and implementation of complex software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive technical decisions and mentor engineers, ensuring scalable...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

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

$220K - $240K *

Shape the future of loyalty by leading the technical execution and innovation of AI-powered features in a rapidly evolving product landscape, driving cross-functional initiatives with a focus on archi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$91K - $122K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Product Manager, driving the vision and execution of AI-powered platforms. Collaborate with engineers and users to transform workflows, mentor peers, and lead product s...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$82K - $117K *

Champion financial insights for membership growth, collaborating with stakeholders to evaluate retention initiatives and influence strategic decisions while ensuring financial controllership and visib...

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

$180K - $200K *

Elevate healthcare technology by owning mobile and web apps that enhance clinician workflows. Drive product direction, prioritize initiatives, and ensure patient safety while leveraging AI to improve...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $155K *

Join a team that's redefining Field Intelligence by leading technology strategy and product management. Drive innovation in analytics and AI to enhance decision-making and field effectiveness across a...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $155K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Manager in Product Management, leading the technology strategy and roadmap for a unified Field Intelligence platform. Drive innovation and enhance decision-making thr...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$159K - $230K *

Join a team that's driving supply chain excellence by managing complex projects, ensuring material readiness, and collaborating with cross-functional partners to optimize production processes and enha...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$181K - $272K *

Champion the future of autonomous cloud experiences by leading the strategy for digital automation and AI solutions. Collaborate with teams to transform data management into seamless SaaS outcomes tha...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $201K *

Drive innovation by leading cross-functional teams to develop next-gen cloud servers, ensuring operational excellence and customer satisfaction through data-driven decision-making and effective progra...

3 weeks ago

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

$86K - $165K *

Drive the successful transition of new products to production by managing cross-functional teams, developing manufacturing plans, and ensuring quality and cost objectives are met throughout the produc...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $165K *

Join a team that's driving innovation by managing new product transitions from development to production. You'll coordinate cross-functional teams, ensuring quality and efficiency while meeting custom...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Drive the evolution of a next-gen Privileged Access Management platform, collaborating across teams to create user-centric and secure solutions while ensuring technical excellence and scalability in a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $262K *

Drive impactful data solutions by leading a team to enhance analytics platforms, ensuring high-quality insights for critical business decisions across the organization. Shape technical strategy while...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$190K - $262K *

Lead the charge in shaping the analytics platform, managing a team to enhance data insights across the organization. Drive technical strategy, optimize data processes, and ensure high-quality analytic...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $165K *

Innovate data product strategies and lead the development of analytics solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product lifecycles, ensuring alignment with customer needs and busine...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$272K - $355K *

Transform backend engineering at a leading tech firm. Lead a team to build robust frameworks and libraries, enhancing product reliability and developer experience while tackling complex systems challe...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$235K - $275K *

Unlock potential by leading product vision and strategy in a dynamic environment. Collaborate closely with engineering and design teams to innovate AI solutions for law firms, ensuring a user-friendly...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$121K - $163K *

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$136K - $184K *

Join a team that's dedicated to analyzing complex data sets to drive insights and innovation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance decision-making and contribute to impactful projects th...

4 days ago

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

$154K - $260K *

Join a forward-thinking team to enhance user experiences through innovative AI solutions and full-stack development, impacting industries worldwide by improving workflows within the Samsara dashboard...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$195K - $350K *

Drive your career with a pivotal role leading global sustainment strategies and programs. Collaborate with key stakeholders to enhance performance, manage contracts, and foster international partnersh...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading safety program execution for autonomous systems. Drive alignment across engineering, safety, and operations to ensure rigorous safety practices while scaling new capabiliti...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $195K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$272K - $355K *

Transform backend engineering by leading a team to build robust frameworks and libraries. Drive architectural improvements, enhance developer productivity, and ensure reliability while fostering a cul...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.

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    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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