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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$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in logistics control tower operations, ensuring supplier readiness and data accuracy. Oversee daily reviews, performance reporting, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance supply...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $200K *

Collaborate with us to enhance logistics control tower operations, ensuring supplier readiness and data accuracy. Lead cross-functional teams in managing performance, reporting, and continuous improve...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $200K *

Drive logistics excellence by managing supplier readiness and analytics for a dedicated Control Tower. Oversee data integrity, performance reporting, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance supp...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $200K *

Lead logistics control tower operations, ensuring supplier readiness and data accuracy. Manage cross-functional teams to enhance performance reporting, exception management, and operational efficiency...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $200K *

Drive logistics control tower operations, ensuring supplier readiness and data accuracy. Oversee daily reviews, performance reporting, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance supply chain effici...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$155K - $175K *

Drive the development of a cutting-edge cloud-native DCIM platform, leading global teams to deliver scalable solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure operational excellence and real-time ins...

3 weeks ago

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

$155K - $175K *

Lead the development of a cloud-native DCIM platform, managing global teams to deliver scalable solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure operational excellence and drive innovation in data c...

3 weeks ago

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

$155K - $175K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead the development of a cutting-edge cloud-native DCIM platform. Drive innovation, manage global engineering teams, and collaborate with stakeholders to optimize data cent...

3 weeks ago

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

$155K - $175K *

Lead the development of a cloud-native DCIM platform, driving architecture and global engineering teams to deliver real-time insights and operational excellence across data centers, while collaboratin...

3 weeks ago

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

$155K - $175K *

Elevate your career by leading the development of a cutting-edge DCIM platform. Drive innovation in cloud-native architecture, manage global teams, and collaborate with stakeholders to optimize data c...

3 weeks ago

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

$155K - $175K *

Lead the development of a cloud-native DCIM platform, managing global teams to deliver scalable solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure operational excellence and drive innovation in data c...

3 weeks ago

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

$155K - $175K *

Drive the development of a cutting-edge cloud-native DCIM platform, leading global engineering teams to deliver scalable, secure solutions that optimize data center operations and enhance real-time mo...

3 weeks ago

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

$155K - $175K *

Lead the charge in developing a cutting-edge DCIM platform, driving global engineering teams to deliver secure, scalable solutions on Microsoft Azure while ensuring operational excellence and alignmen...

3 weeks ago

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

$155K - $175K *

Lead the development of a cutting-edge DCIM platform, overseeing global teams to deliver scalable, secure solutions on Microsoft Azure. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive innovation and ensure ope...

3 weeks ago

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

$176K - $276K *

Unlock potential by leading digital solutions that enhance customer success and platform adoption. Collaborate across teams to design scalable workflows and operationalize customer journeys, driving e...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $140K *

Manage comprehensive test programs by developing methodologies, analyzing outcomes, and ensuring quality across multiple projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to mitigate risks and deliver effective...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$146K - $200K *

Join a team that's redefining developer productivity by leveraging AI tools and strategies. You'll drive product vision, enhance workflows, and ensure seamless adoption across engineering teams, trans...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K - $218K *

Shape the future of technology solutions by partnering with stakeholders to deliver innovative, scalable solutions that drive business value and enhance operational effectiveness across diverse enviro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform the Data Solutions landscape by leading product strategy, driving API integrations, and enhancing partner capabilities to maximize G2 data's market impact and customer value through innovati...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$72K - $92K *

Redefine customer success by managing a strategic portfolio, driving growth, and fostering executive relationships. Leverage your expertise to enhance customer outcomes and ensure long-term value in a...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$207K - $300K *

Innovate and lead a team of engineers in developing scalable ML solutions. Drive performance optimization and collaborate across functions to enhance AI frameworks, ensuring high-quality software deli...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$159K - $230K *

Manage complex, cross-functional projects to drive strategic supply chain initiatives. Collaborate with global teams to optimize processes, mitigate risks, and ensure timely delivery of critical progr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative data center hardware solutions, overseeing complex technical programs from concept to volume ramp while ensuring customer satisfaction and cross-functional tea...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $160K *

Accelerate progress at enhancing customer fulfillment solutions through innovative program design, cross-functional collaboration, and data-driven decision-making to improve operational efficiency and...

2 days ago

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

$105K - $185K *

Grow your career by leading complex projects and managing client relationships. Oversee project teams, ensure safety compliance, and drive financial performance while fostering collaboration across de...

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

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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