Principal Technical Program Manager, GenAI

About the Role: Principal Technical Program Manager, GenAI at Adobe

Adobe is actively seeking a Principal Technical Program Manager, GenAI to join the Firefly and Digital Media Experience teams. In this critical role, you will be instrumental in executing strategic objectives focused on building transformative experiences using Generative AI (GenAI), revolutionizing how creative professionals accomplish their work.

You will play a pivotal part in crafting execution strategies and leading all aspects of Technical Program Management. This includes managing planning activities, driving process improvements, and ensuring seamless communication across all levels and departments within Adobe. The team will depend on your ability to keep everyone well-informed and aligned. This is a highly cross-functional position requiring strong partnerships with various teams across the organization.

Impact and Contribution

Your work will directly enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of Firefly. You will foster improved teamwork, communication, execution, and strategic alignment with core teams and partners throughout the Adobe product portfolio. We are looking for an individual experienced in complex technical environments, with a background in AI, and a passion for problem-solving. If you are eager to contribute to a team shaping the future of creative tools, Firefly welcomes you.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional product, design, and engineering teams to establish and operationalize workstreams for maximum efficiency.
• Set program schedules and proactively manage issues and risks associated with these programs.
• Drive the coordination and management of dependencies among various cross-functional teams.
• Ensure comprehensive cross-functional alignment on strategy, plans, and execution across all involved teams.
• Communicate program status, potential risks, and mitigation strategies effectively to executive leadership.
• Identify opportunities to enhance and simplify existing processes wherever possible.
• Improve transparency and coordination across different functions through clear and consistent communication.
• Lead special projects or initiatives as directed by the leadership team.

What You Need To Succeed

• 10+ years of experience in Technical Program Management or a related field.
• A Bachelor's (BS) or Master's (MS) degree in Computer Science or a closely related program.
• Demonstrated technical leadership capabilities and a proven ability to foster alignment among subject matter experts.
• Proven leadership experience in managing complex, high-value programs.
• Ability to effectively prioritize tasks and execute them efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong influencing and interpersonal skills, including proficiency in relationship building and collaboration within diverse, cross-functional teams.
• Robust technical aptitude in software/system design and various development methodologies, including Agile.
• An inherent ability to navigate ambiguity and maintain a flexible, adaptive approach to challenges.
• An analytical perspective on problem-solving, meticulous attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Experience with Machine Learning, AI, or a Consumer company is strongly preferred.
• A strong desire to elevate GenAI to the next level.

About Adobe

Adobe empowers individuals and businesses to create through innovative platforms and tools. Our industry-leading offerings, including Adobe Acrobat Studio, Adobe Express, Adobe Firefly, Creative Cloud, Adobe Experience Platform, Adobe Experience Manager, and GenStudio, enable users to transform ideas into impactful results, powered by AI and human ingenuity. With over 30,000 employees globally, Adobe is dedicated to shaping the future, fostering a culture where all employees are empowered to make a significant impact, and believing that great ideas can originate from anywhere within the organization.

Adobe Culture and Values

At Adobe, we are committed to creating a company culture where every employee is empowered to make a difference. We encourage you to learn more about Adobe life, including our core values, focus on people, purpose, community engagement, Adobe for All initiatives, comprehensive benefits, customer stories, and how you can contribute to our mission of empowering everyone to create.

Equal Opportunity and Accessibility

Adobe is a proud Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on gender, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to making our Careers website and recruiting process accessible to all users. If you require accommodation due to a disability or special need, please contact accommodations@adobe.com or call +1 408-536-3015.

AI Use Guidelines for Interviews

Adobe's interviews are designed to assess your individual skills and thinking. The use of AI or recording tools during live interviews is prohibited unless explicitly invited or approved as a reasonable accommodation. Inappropriate use may lead to your application not progressing. Adobe encourages employees to innovate with AI and seeks candidates with a similar eagerness. We provide clear guidance on where AI is encouraged and restricted during the hiring process. Explore our approach to AI in the hiring experience for more details.

Expected Compensation

Compensation at Adobe reflects varying costs of labor across U.S. geographic markets, with pay differing based on these defined markets. The U.S. annual pay range for this position is $146,300 to $277,400. Within California, the specific pay range is $191,600 to $277,400. Actual pay within these ranges will vary by work location and may depend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Your recruiter will provide specific salary range information during the hiring process. Sales roles feature total target compensation (base + commission), while non-sales roles include base salary and an Annual Incentive Plan (AIP). Certain roles may also qualify for long-term incentives through new hire equity awards.

State-Specific Notices

California: Adobe complies with Fair Chance Ordinances, considering qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with state and local laws.

Colorado: For roles open to hiring in Colorado, the application window will remain open until at least the specified date and time in Pacific Time, adhering to Colorado pay transparency regulations. If Colorado is not a listed hiring location, no specific application window applies, and the posting may close at any time.

Massachusetts: State law prohibits requiring or administering a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.

Key skills/competency

• Technical Program Management
• Generative AI (GenAI)
• Machine Learning (ML)
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Execution Strategy
• Risk Management
• Agile Methodologies
• Process Improvement
• Technical Leadership
• Software/System Design