The Opportunity We are looking for a
SeniorTechnical Engineering Program Manager to drive execution of large-scale data and platform programs within the Adobe Unified Platform. This role requires a solid understanding of the data lifecycle, data platforms, and ETL/ELT ecosystems, along with the ability to deliver programs that drive measurable business impact.
What You'll Do- Lead multiple cross-functional teams on complex, multi-workstream initiatives
- Frame options and drive convergence on problems with no defined resolution path
- Build the planning framework, dependency model, and integrated schedule; negotiate commitments and drive strategic trade-offs
- Anticipate strategic and cross-team risks; prioritize and mitigate before they become crises
- Build leading/lagging indicators and use data to drive decisions and verify corrective actions
- Drive repeatable process improvements and measure their impact
- Manage multiple competing projects with minimal direction, connecting strategy to execution
- Resolve conflict across teams, tailor communication to senior leaders, and hold owners accountable
- Use technical depth to influence cross-team roadmaps and foresee implementation challenges
- Fill execution gaps and create clarity where ownership or decision paths are weak
- Advise directors and senior leaders, framing choices and recommendations for action
- Mentor less-experienced PgMs and actively engage in the PgM community
What You Need to Succeed- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 6-10 years of program management experience in cloud or data platform environments
- Strong understanding of data lifecycle, ETL/ELT pipelines, and data platforms
- Familiarity with data concepts such as modeling, governance, quality, and lineage
- Experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum or similar)
- Proficiency with tools like Jira and Confluence
- Proven ability to own cross-team decisions and drive alignment with senior stakeholders under ambiguity
- Strong data fluency and experience mentoring other program managers
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Expected Pay Range:Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The U.S. pay range for this position is $124,300 -- $234,600 annually. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process.
In California, the pay range for this position is $162,000 - $234,600
At Adobe, for sales roles starting salaries are expressed as total target compensation (TTC = base + commission), and short-term incentives are in the form of sales commission plans. Non-sales roles starting salaries are expressed as base salary and short-term incentives are in the form of the Annual Incentive Plan (AIP).
In addition, certain roles may be eligible for long-term incentives in the form of a new hire equity award.
