Staff Program Manager

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative and innovative work环境

Access to cutting-edge technology andツ

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Staff Program Manager to lead planning and execution of complex, cross-functional programs that support product releases and new offerings. This is a remote role with high-visibility across product, technical, and operational teams.

You will own the roadmap, milestones, and success metrics, manage dependencies and risks, and keep stakeholders informed while driving continuous improvement in a fast-moving tech environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of program management experience, including cross-functional roles in tech.
• Strong understanding of AI integration and business value.
• Excellent problem-solving skills in complex environments.
• Proven expertise in managing program roadmaps and timelines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with SDLC, Agile methodologies, and modern product development practices.
• Proficiency with JIRA and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of product releases and new offerings.
• Define program roadmap, milestones, and success metrics aligned with goals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for seamless execution.
• Serve as the communication hub for all program activities.
• Ensure program goals align with strategic vision.
• Identify dependencies across the product portfolio to maximize impact.
• Proactively manage program risks and develop contingency plans.
• Provide regular updates to stakeholders on program progress and risks.
• Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement in program management.

Skills

Program management

AI integration

Cross-functional collaboration

Roadmap management

Communication

Agile methodologies

Problem solving

Tools

JIRA

Microsoft Office

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Staff Program Manager to join the team of a leader in the Information Technology space.

This role will lead the planning and execution of complex, cross-functional programs that support product releases and new offerings. The position will own roadmap alignment, milestone management, and success metrics while helping ensure initiatives stay tightly connected to strategic objectives. You will partner across product, technical, and operational teams to keep dependencies moving, risks visible, and stakeholders informed. The ideal candidate will bring a strong mix of program leadership, systems thinking, and continuous improvement in a fast-moving technology environment.

Location: Remote

Compensation: $120,000 – $145,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of product releases and new offerings
• Define program roadmap, milestones, and success metrics aligned with goals
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for seamless execution
• Serve as the communication hub for all program activities
• Ensure program goals align with strategic vision
• Identify dependencies across the product portfolio to maximize impact
• Proactively manage program risks and develop contingency plans
• Provide regular updates to stakeholders on program progress and risks
• Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement in program management

Qualifications

• 10+ years of program management experience, with 3+ years in cross-functional roles in tech
• Strong understanding of AI integration and business value
• Exceptional problem-solving skills in complex environments
• Proven expertise in managing program roadmaps and timelines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with SDLC, Agile methodologies, and modern product development practices
• Proficiency in program management and productivity tools, including JIRA and Microsoft Office

Benefits

• Remote work flexibility
• Opportunities for professional development and learning
• Collaborative and innovative work environment
• Access to cutting-edge technology and tools
• Supportive company culture focused on growth and success

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.