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The delivery Enterprise Architect (EA) serves as the primary technical driver for delivering high quality Digital Experience and Digital Marketing solutions for Adobe's Global Enterprise customers. Review and develop architectural plans, lead diverse delivery team, align with client goals.
Minimum Qualifications
- Past experience in a consultative role leading large-scale enterprise digital marketing ecosystems in the role of Architect and/or Principal Consultant.
- 4+ years' experience hands-on architecting and/or implementing three or more of the following Adobe Experience Cloud solution categories:
- Adobe Analytics or Customer Journey Analytics
- Adobe Journey Optimizer, Adobe Campaign or Marketo Engage
- Adobe Real-Time CDP or Audience Manager
- Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) including App Builder
- Adobe Commerce/Magento or another e-commerce solution that integrated with AEM
- Adobe Target or Recommendations
- Adobe Experience Platform (Schema, Query Services, etc.)
- Adobe Workfront Workflow, Planning, or Fusion GenStudio, Express, or Firefly Services (< 3 years)
- Strong leadership abilities (an example being proactively convert complex business requirements into technical "solutions") which aligns all delivery team activities to documented customer Business Objectives.
- Experience producing project scope definitions, delivery estimations, resource allocation and project timelines based on product licensing purchase and implementation requirements.
- Ability to quickly diagnose delivery challenges and formulate effective remediation plans to adhere to scope, schedule and budget.
- Demonstrable hands-on experience using enterprise platforms (Adobe, Salesforce, Oracle, Microsoft, etc.) with an emphasis on REST APIs, Cloud Storage, Structured/Unstructured Data, Security and Data Ingress/Egress.
- Experience leading cross-functional, multi-region delivery teams.
- Proficient in written and verbal communications with the ability to adjust communications as needed for Technical, Marketing and/or C-Suite customers.
- Ability to travel up to 20% of the time within the United States and occasionally internationally.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science (CS), Digital Marketing or MBA or equivalent experience.
Skills That Set You Apart
- One or more current Adobe Certified Expert certifications (AEM, AJO, Analytics/CJA, RTCDP, Target or Workfront)
- Working knowledge of end-to-end digital marketing journey including Ad Tech (CDP/DMPs, DSPs, etc.), Marketing Automation, omni-channel personalization, Content Management or automation, CRM, Media Execution, and Reporting/Insights.
- Hands-on experience architecting and/or delivering native, Flutter or React-Native mobile applications.
- Proficiency in employing Generative and/or Agentic AI solutions to optimize daily workflows or hands-on experience with building AI agents.
About Adobe
Adobe empowers everyone to create through innovative platforms and tools that unleash creativity, productivity and personalized customer experiences. Adobe’s industry-leading offerings including Adobe Acrobat Studio, Adobe Express, Adobe Firefly, Creative Cloud, Adobe Experience Platform, Adobe Experience Manager, and GenStudio enable people and businesses to turn ideas into impact, powered by AI and driven by human ingenuity. Our 30,000+ employees worldwide are creating the future and raising the bar as we drive the next decade of growth. We’re on a mission to hire the very best and believe in creating a company culture where all employees are empowered to make an impact. At Adobe, we believe that great ideas can come from anywhere in the organization. The next big idea could be yours.
Let’s Adobe together
At Adobe, we believe in creating a company culture where all employees are empowered to make an impact. Learn more about Adobe life, including our values and culture, focus on people, purpose and community, Adobe for All, comprehensive benefits programs, the stories we tell, the customers we serve, and how you can help us advance our mission of empowering everyone to create.
Adobe is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on gender, race or color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Learn more. Adobe aims to make our Careers website and recruiting process accessible to any and all users. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, email accommodations@adobe.com or call +1 408-536-3015.
AI Use Guidelines for Interviews:
Our interviews are designed to reflect your own skills and thinking. The use of AI or recording tools during live interviews is not permitted unless explicitly invited by the interviewer or approved in advance as part of a reasonable accommodation. If these tools are used inappropriately or in a way that misrepresents your work, your application may not move forward in the process. At Adobe, we empower employees to innovate with AI — and we look for candidates eager to do the same. As part of the hiring experience, we provide clear guidance on where AI is encouraged during the process and where it’s restricted during live interviews. See how we think about AI in the hiring experience.
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 $147,800 -- $236,400 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 $163,200 - $236,400. In New York, the pay range for this position is $163,200 - $236,400. In Colorado, the pay range for this position is $156,300 - $226,350. In Illinois, the pay range for this position is $156,300 - $226,350. In Washington, the pay range for this position is $159,600 - $231,150. 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.
State-Specific Notices:
California: Fair Chance Ordinances
Adobe will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with state and local laws and “fair chance” ordinances.
Colorado: Application Window Notice
There is no deadline to apply to this job posting because Adobe accepts applications for this role on an ongoing basis. The posting will remain open based on hiring needs and position availability.
Massachusetts: Massachusetts Legal Notice
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Role Description
The delivery Enterprise Architect (EA) serves as the primary technical driver for delivering high quality Digital Experience and Digital Marketing solutions for Adobe's Global Enterprise customers. Review and develop architectural plans, lead diverse delivery team, align with client goals.
Minimum Qualifications
- Past experience in a consultative role leading large-scale enterprise digital marketing ecosystems in the role of Architect and/or Principal Consultant.
- 4+ years' experience hands-on architecting and/or implementing three or more of the following Adobe Experience Cloud solution categories:
- Adobe Analytics or Customer Journey Analytics
- Adobe Journey Optimizer, Adobe Campaign or Marketo Engage
- Adobe Real-Time CDP or Audience Manager
- Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) including App Builder
- Adobe Commerce/Magento or another e-commerce solution that integrated with AEM
- Adobe Target or Recommendations
- Adobe Experience Platform (Schema, Query Services, etc.)
- Adobe Workfront Workflow, Planning, or Fusion GenStudio, Express, or Firefly Services (< 3 years)
- Strong leadership abilities (an example being proactively convert complex business requirements into technical "solutions") which aligns all delivery team activities to documented customer Business Objectives.
- Experience producing project scope definitions, delivery estimations, resource allocation and project timelines based on product licensing purchase and implementation requirements.
- Ability to quickly diagnose delivery challenges and formulate effective remediation plans to adhere to scope, schedule and budget.
- Demonstrable hands-on experience using enterprise platforms (Adobe, Salesforce, Oracle, Microsoft, etc.) with an emphasis on REST APIs, Cloud Storage, Structured/Unstructured Data, Security and Data Ingress/Egress.
- Experience leading cross-functional, multi-region delivery teams.
- Proficient in written and verbal communications with the ability to adjust communications as needed for Technical, Marketing and/or C-Suite customers.
- Ability to travel up to 20% of the time within the United States and occasionally internationally.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science (CS), Digital Marketing or MBA or equivalent experience.
Skills That Set You Apart
- One or more current Adobe Certified Expert certifications (AEM, AJO, Analytics/CJA, RTCDP, Target or Workfront)
- Working knowledge of end-to-end digital marketing journey including Ad Tech (CDP/DMPs, DSPs, etc.), Marketing Automation, omni-channel personalization, Content Management or automation, CRM, Media Execution, and Reporting/Insights.
- Hands-on experience architecting and/or delivering native, Flutter or React-Native mobile applications.
- Proficiency in employing Generative and/or Agentic AI solutions to optimize daily workflows or hands-on experience with building AI agents.
About Adobe
Adobe empowers everyone to create through innovative platforms and tools that unleash creativity, productivity and personalized customer experiences. Adobe’s industry-leading offerings including Adobe Acrobat Studio, Adobe Express, Adobe Firefly, Creative Cloud, Adobe Experience Platform, Adobe Experience Manager, and GenStudio enable people and businesses to turn ideas into impact, powered by AI and driven by human ingenuity. Our 30,000+ employees worldwide are creating the future and raising the bar as we drive the next decade of growth. We’re on a mission to hire the very best and believe in creating a company culture where all employees are empowered to make an impact. At Adobe, we believe that great ideas can come from anywhere in the organization. The next big idea could be yours.
Let’s Adobe together
At Adobe, we believe in creating a company culture where all employees are empowered to make an impact. Learn more about Adobe life, including our values and culture, focus on people, purpose and community, Adobe for All, comprehensive benefits programs, the stories we tell, the customers we serve, and how you can help us advance our mission of empowering everyone to create.
Adobe is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on gender, race or color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Learn more. Adobe aims to make our Careers website and recruiting process accessible to any and all users. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, email accommodations@adobe.com or call +1 408-536-3015.
AI Use Guidelines for Interviews:
Our interviews are designed to reflect your own skills and thinking. The use of AI or recording tools during live interviews is not permitted unless explicitly invited by the interviewer or approved in advance as part of a reasonable accommodation. If these tools are used inappropriately or in a way that misrepresents your work, your application may not move forward in the process. At Adobe, we empower employees to innovate with AI — and we look for candidates eager to do the same. As part of the hiring experience, we provide clear guidance on where AI is encouraged during the process and where it’s restricted during live interviews. See how we think about AI in the hiring experience.
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 $147,800 -- $236,400 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 $163,200 - $236,400. In New York, the pay range for this position is $163,200 - $236,400. In Colorado, the pay range for this position is $156,300 - $226,350. In Illinois, the pay range for this position is $156,300 - $226,350. In Washington, the pay range for this position is $159,600 - $231,150. 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.
State-Specific Notices:
California: Fair Chance Ordinances
Adobe will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with state and local laws and “fair chance” ordinances.
Colorado: Application Window Notice
There is no deadline to apply to this job posting because Adobe accepts applications for this role on an ongoing basis. The posting will remain open based on hiring needs and position availability.
Massachusetts: Massachusetts Legal Notice
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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Align your portfolio to Adobe's platform architecture
Adobe's Software Architect roles center on cloud-native systems, microservices, and large-scale distributed platforms. Frame your experience around those specific patterns before applying, not general enterprise architecture work that could apply anywhere.
Target roles that match your visa category
Adobe sponsors multiple visa types, so confirm which category fits your situation before you apply. F-1 OPT and CPT candidates should verify the role's start date aligns with their authorized period to avoid gaps in work authorization.
Use Migrate Mate to filter verified Adobe openings
Software Architect positions at Adobe are posted across multiple channels and vary by product team. Use Migrate Mate to find and filter Adobe roles confirmed to offer visa sponsorship so you're not applying blind to listings that exclude international candidates.
Prepare your credential documentation before offer stage
Adobe's H-1B filings require demonstrating specialty occupation status. Have your degree certificates, transcripts, and any foreign credential evaluations ready in advance so your employer's immigration counsel can move quickly after an offer is made.
Understand Adobe's H-1B cap-subject filing window
Cap-subject H-1B petitions must be filed with USCIS during the annual registration window, typically in March. If your start date needs to align with October 1, work backward with your recruiter early so Adobe's legal team can meet that deadline.
Ask about TN or E-3 eligibility if you qualify
Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify for TN status, and Australian citizens may qualify for the E-3 visa, both of which bypass the H-1B lottery entirely. Confirm your eligibility early so Adobe's team can pursue the right category for your petition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Adobe sponsor H-1B visas for Software Architects?
Yes, Adobe sponsors H-1B visas for Software Architect roles. Software architecture qualifies as a specialty occupation under USCIS criteria, which means Adobe can support both cap-subject petitions for new hires and cap-exempt transfers for candidates already holding H-1B status. Your recruiter can confirm the process specific to your team and start date.
How do I apply for Software Architect jobs at Adobe?
You can browse current Software Architect openings through Adobe's careers site or use Migrate Mate to filter specifically for Adobe roles that offer visa sponsorship. When applying, tailor your resume to Adobe's product areas, such as Adobe Experience Platform, Creative Cloud infrastructure, or Document Cloud services, since architecture roles vary significantly by product group.
Which visa types does Adobe commonly use for Software Architect roles?
Adobe sponsors H-1B, E-3 visa, TN visa, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1 visa, and Green Card categories including EB-2 and EB-3. For Software Architect positions, H-1B is the most common path for non-lottery-exempt candidates, while E-3 visa and TN visa offer faster timelines for Australian and Canadian or Mexican nationals respectively, both bypassing the H-1B lottery.
What qualifications does Adobe expect for Software Architect roles?
Adobe's Software Architect positions typically require a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field. Beyond the degree, roles generally expect deep experience with distributed systems, cloud architecture (Adobe runs heavily on Microsoft Azure), and the ability to lead technical direction across engineering teams. Hands-on experience with Adobe's own platform ecosystem is a differentiator in competitive pools.
How do I time the visa process when pursuing a Software Architect role at Adobe?
Timing depends on your current status. F-1 OPT candidates should confirm their authorization period covers the target start date, ideally with STEM OPT extension options in play. Cap-subject H-1B candidates need an October 1 start date at the earliest, meaning an offer by late February to enter the March USCIS registration window. TN and E-3 candidates can move faster, sometimes within a few weeks of an offer.