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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$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 *

Champion customer success by driving engagement strategies, aligning services, and ensuring satisfaction through effective consulting and sales practices. Collaborate with teams to enhance outcomes an...

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...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$138K - $197K *

Unlock potential by driving program management excellence, integrating AI tools, and ensuring quality in software and hardware testing. Collaborate across teams to deliver impactful projects in a fast...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $195K *

Lead the charge in shaping innovative AI-driven products by owning the roadmap, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving customer-centric solutions that enhance user experiences and meet...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Engage in shaping the product vision and strategy for a next-gen AI cloud platform. Lead cross-functional teams to define customer needs, drive product development, and launch innovative solutions tha...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$135K - $160K *

Grow your career by leading innovative AI cloud service solutions. Drive product vision, shape strategies, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to launch market-defining offerings, enhancing en...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $175K *

Lead the charge in shaping and launching innovative AI Cloud Services. Define product strategy, collaborate across teams, and deliver customer-focused solutions that transform how enterprises and AI l...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Transform the onboarding experience for enterprise customers by leading seamless implementations, balancing technical demands with stakeholder communication, and driving effective project management t...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $191K *

Lead product strategy and execution by driving cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions. Own the product lifecycle, prioritize impactful features, and leverage customer insights to ali...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$146K - $220K *

Drive the mentor selection process for AI safety, engaging with top researchers and evaluating their impact. Collaborate with stakeholders to allocate resources effectively and shape the future of AI...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $140K *

Drive the future of travel payments and invoicing by leading product strategy, defining OKRs, and integrating AI solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and ensur...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$82K - $129K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance beta tester experiences by managing engagement, communications, and feedback loops. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure smooth operations and actionable...

2 days ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading the implementation and management of enterprise tools, ensuring effective adoption and continuous improvement across creative and product teams in a collaborative environme...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$163K - $236K *

Unlock potential by leading cross-functional initiatives to enhance AI training fleet efficiency, driving product development from conception to launch while collaborating with diverse teams to optimi...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$129K - $239K *

Shape the future of enterprise resiliency by leading strategic initiatives that enhance operational readiness and continuity. Collaborate across functions to develop frameworks that ensure effective r...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$129K - $239K *

Drive enterprise resiliency by leading strategic initiatives that enhance operational readiness and continuity. Collaborate across functions to establish frameworks, governance, and integrated plans t...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $269K *

Lead the development of an Enterprise Business Resiliency framework, integrating strategic planning and operational readiness to enhance organizational preparedness and response capabilities in a dyna...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$161K - $299K *

Champion the development of enterprise resiliency operations, integrating strategic planning and operational readiness to enhance business continuity and recovery capabilities across the organization...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $269K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise resiliency initiatives, enhancing operational readiness, and integrating strategic planning across multiple functions to ensure robust business continuity and ef...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$73K - $128K *

Empower financial decision-making by analyzing data, building models, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive operational improvements and enhance resource allocation strategies in a dy...

1 week ago

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

$70K - $107K *

Support critical infrastructure projects by managing vendor onboarding, compliance, and financial tracking. Ensure efficient operations and high standards across administrative functions in a fast-pac...

2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $155K *

Champion architectural leadership across product lines, driving AI integration and simplifying infrastructure operations. Collaborate with ISV partners to align strategies and enhance ThinkAgile solut...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Join us to lead transformative infrastructure and security projects for global clients. Manage teams, drive project success, and ensure stakeholder alignment while delivering high-quality results acro...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.

  • 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.