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The Sr. Engineering Program Manager is a leader in implementing technical, platform initiatives that span across front-end and back-end solutions. These end-to-end initiatives have tremendous impact on our web visitor experience as well as systems and processes inside Adobe. The ideal candidate possesses a strong technical program management background, has demonstrated experience leading projects, and has a well-rounded background in current digital marketing technologies and data management.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage the development and implementation process for Adobe.com products and services, focusing on cross-platform tools and services
Coordinate departmental or cross-functional teams, focused on delivering new or upgrading existing platform capabilities
Responsible for projects from initiation through delivery including planning, schedule management, risk mitigation, and coordinating adoption rollouts
Lead cross-functional activities and teams, ensuring completion of high-quality projects on time and within budget
What You’ll Do
Proactively drive program execution and associated scope, timeline, and resources with minimal guidance
Analyze scope needed to achieve program goals, assess resource requirements; lead change control
Develop detailed, complex, cross-team project or program plans that take into account all requirements, constraints, resources, and results associated with defined objectives
Aggregate, organize, and synthesize program and project information in order to communicate with extended team and management
Clearly communicate goals, roles, responsibilities, and desired program outcomes
Coordinate and run operational, project, and executive check-in meetings
Work with Product Managers and Engineering Managers to build clear roadmaps/plans for products/initiatives and maintain those roadmaps/plans, drive to reduce the critical path
Continually evaluate existing processes and procedures and drive improvements
Perform risk management: identify, analyze, respond, and control risks, resolve project-specific issues and partner concerns in a timely manner
Deliver clear status communication to project teams, partners, and leadership teams
Assist Engineering Managers and Web Managers with resource assessment and release planning
Drive tactical decisions for projects that are under your direct responsibility
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
6-9 years of program/project management experience and technical leadership, preferably with large enterprise web projects
Hands on experience with Agile & project management methodologies with confirmed leadership capabilities
Solid understanding of Web technologies, including web content management systems (preferably Adobe Experience Manager)
Knowledge and experience with Adobe Workfront, JIRA, SharePoint, Wiki, and AI tools
* Excellent business partner management and presentation skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Driver – Take charge. Get things done. Proven track record in operating effectively and autonomously
Organized – A planner who brings order and resolve to a fast-paced environment with matrixed organizations
Articulate – Ability to work well with both technical and non-technical individuals up and down the org, capable of absorbing large amounts of information and the ability to distill it down to the essentials
Quality – Attention to detail and a consistent record of successfully delivering complex global projects
Flexible – Ability to juggle several projects and shift priorities as needed
Creative – Exhibiting an innovative, forward-thinking approach to problem-solving
Inquisitive – High degree of curiosity. Thinks critically and asks pertinent questions to learn the business, technology, products, and processes.
Adaptivity – Ability to navigate and deliver successfully amid ambiguity
* High EQ – Ability to stay calm and collected, focus on solving problems. Strong communication, risk management and resolution skills. Ability to respectfully facilitate the successful resolution of issues
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.
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.
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
If this role is open to hiring in Colorado (as listed on the job posting), the application window will remain open until at least the date and time stated above in Pacific Time, in compliance with Colorado pay transparency regulations. If this role does not have Colorado listed as a hiring location, no specific application window applies, and the posting may close at any time based on hiring needs.
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.
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.
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.
INTRODUCTION
The Sr. Engineering Program Manager is a leader in implementing technical, platform initiatives that span across front-end and back-end solutions. These end-to-end initiatives have tremendous impact on our web visitor experience as well as systems and processes inside Adobe. The ideal candidate possesses a strong technical program management background, has demonstrated experience leading projects, and has a well-rounded background in current digital marketing technologies and data management.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage the development and implementation process for Adobe.com products and services, focusing on cross-platform tools and services
Coordinate departmental or cross-functional teams, focused on delivering new or upgrading existing platform capabilities
Responsible for projects from initiation through delivery including planning, schedule management, risk mitigation, and coordinating adoption rollouts
Lead cross-functional activities and teams, ensuring completion of high-quality projects on time and within budget
What You’ll Do
Proactively drive program execution and associated scope, timeline, and resources with minimal guidance
Analyze scope needed to achieve program goals, assess resource requirements; lead change control
Develop detailed, complex, cross-team project or program plans that take into account all requirements, constraints, resources, and results associated with defined objectives
Aggregate, organize, and synthesize program and project information in order to communicate with extended team and management
Clearly communicate goals, roles, responsibilities, and desired program outcomes
Coordinate and run operational, project, and executive check-in meetings
Work with Product Managers and Engineering Managers to build clear roadmaps/plans for products/initiatives and maintain those roadmaps/plans, drive to reduce the critical path
Continually evaluate existing processes and procedures and drive improvements
Perform risk management: identify, analyze, respond, and control risks, resolve project-specific issues and partner concerns in a timely manner
Deliver clear status communication to project teams, partners, and leadership teams
Assist Engineering Managers and Web Managers with resource assessment and release planning
Drive tactical decisions for projects that are under your direct responsibility
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
6-9 years of program/project management experience and technical leadership, preferably with large enterprise web projects
Hands on experience with Agile & project management methodologies with confirmed leadership capabilities
Solid understanding of Web technologies, including web content management systems (preferably Adobe Experience Manager)
Knowledge and experience with Adobe Workfront, JIRA, SharePoint, Wiki, and AI tools
* Excellent business partner management and presentation skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Driver – Take charge. Get things done. Proven track record in operating effectively and autonomously
Organized – A planner who brings order and resolve to a fast-paced environment with matrixed organizations
Articulate – Ability to work well with both technical and non-technical individuals up and down the org, capable of absorbing large amounts of information and the ability to distill it down to the essentials
Quality – Attention to detail and a consistent record of successfully delivering complex global projects
Flexible – Ability to juggle several projects and shift priorities as needed
Creative – Exhibiting an innovative, forward-thinking approach to problem-solving
Inquisitive – High degree of curiosity. Thinks critically and asks pertinent questions to learn the business, technology, products, and processes.
Adaptivity – Ability to navigate and deliver successfully amid ambiguity
* High EQ – Ability to stay calm and collected, focus on solving problems. Strong communication, risk management and resolution skills. Ability to respectfully facilitate the successful resolution of issues
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.
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.
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
If this role is open to hiring in Colorado (as listed on the job posting), the application window will remain open until at least the date and time stated above in Pacific Time, in compliance with Colorado pay transparency regulations. If this role does not have Colorado listed as a hiring location, no specific application window applies, and the posting may close at any time based on hiring needs.
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.
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.
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.
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Map your degree to PMP-aligned SOC codes
USCIS evaluates specialty occupation based on your degree field matching the role. Pull the Program Manager SOC code from O*NET and confirm your degree aligns before applying. A mismatch is the most common RFE trigger for PM petitions.
Target cap-exempt employers for immediate starts
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated organizations are exempt from the annual H-1B cap. PM roles at these employers can start any time of year, bypassing the April lottery entirely.
Search LCA filing history before applying
Use Migrate Mate to filter Program Manager roles by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history. This tells you which companies have already navigated the DOL prevailing wage certification process for this exact job title.
Verify prevailing wage tier before negotiating offers
Run the OFLC Wage Search for your target metro area under the Program Manager SOC code before salary discussions. Your offer must meet the DOL prevailing wage for the work location, and Level I versus Level III wages vary significantly by region.
Ask employers about premium processing upfront
USCIS offers premium processing for H-1B petitions, reducing the adjudication window to 15 business days. Confirm whether your employer will elect it, especially if your OPT or current status has a tight expiration date.
Document cross-functional scope in your resume now
USCIS scrutinizes PM petitions for evidence that the role requires a specific degree, not just managerial experience. Your resume should explicitly list the technical domain you manage, the teams you coordinate, and any systems or methodologies tied to your field of study.
H-1B Visa Program Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Program Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, but the employer must demonstrate the specific position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. A general management role can fail USCIS review if the job description doesn't tie the degree to the work. PM roles in software development, engineering, healthcare IT, or defense programs typically have stronger specialty occupation cases than broad operational management positions.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for Program Managers?
Technology, aerospace and defense, healthcare systems, and federal contracting firms file H-1B petitions for Program Managers at higher volumes than most sectors. These industries routinely require PMs with engineering or computer science backgrounds, which strengthens the specialty occupation argument. You can browse employers with verified filing history for this role on Migrate Mate.
How does the H-1B lottery affect my timeline as a Program Manager job seeker?
USCIS opens H-1B registration each March for the fiscal year starting October 1. If you're selected, your employer files the full petition between April and June, and employment can begin no earlier than October 1. If you're on OPT with a cap-gap, you're covered through September 30. Missing the registration window means waiting a full year unless your employer is cap-exempt.
Can I switch employers mid-H-1B if I get a better Program Manager offer?
Yes. H-1B portability under AC21 lets you change employers as soon as your new employer files a transfer petition, without waiting for approval. You can start the new PM role immediately once the petition is received by USCIS. The new employer still needs to file an LCA for your work location and pay the prevailing wage for the role.
What documentation strengthens an H-1B petition for a Program Manager position?
A detailed job description that connects specific degree requirements to daily responsibilities is the most important document. Include organizational charts showing where the PM sits within a technical team, any required certifications tied to your field, and evidence that similar positions at the company required the same degree. USCIS looks for proof the role isn't generalist management work.