director Product Manager ic 12+ yrs · Posted Mar 16, 2026
$172,400 – $334,500
USD per year

About this role

Adobe is hiring a director-level Product Manager based in San Jose, CA. The posting calls out experience with Express, Agile, Machine Learning and roughly 12+ years of relevant work. Compensation is listed at $172,400–$334,500 per year.

Role
Product Manager
Function
product
Level
director
Track
Individual contributor
Employment
Full-time
Location
San Jose, CA
Experience
12+ years
Department
Engineering and Product
Posted
Mar 16, 2026
AI Summary
Director-level strategic leader driving product strategy, operations, and executive alignment for Adobe's AI, AEM, and Commerce divisions. Partners with VP on vision and roadmap, manages cross-functional execution, oversees OKRs and performance management, and fosters organizational effectiveness. Requires 12+ years in product strategy or business operations at global tech companies with direct C-suite partnership experience.

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Job description

from Adobe careers

The Director of Product Strategy, Operations & Chief of Staff for AI, AEM, and Commerce provides strategic leadership in driving digital transformation and operational excellence. This role partners directly with the Vice President of Product and Strategy to align organizational priorities, orchestrate cross-functional execution, and foster innovation across Adobe’s product ecosystem.

The ideal candidate combines strategic acumen, operational rigor, and executive presence—acting as both a business strategist and organizational integrator to enable scale, clarity, and impact.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership Alignment

· Serve as a strategic thought partner to the VP, shaping the vision, priorities, and long-term roadmap across AI, AEM, and Commerce.

· Translate business objectives into actionable strategies, ensuring alignment with corporate and product goals.

· Prepare executive briefings, strategy presentations, and business reviews for senior leadership.

· Partner with senior leaders across functions to ensure decisions are data-informed, coordinated, and aligned.

· Manage strategic initiatives, executive communications, and leadership rhythms.

· Lead and facilitate key forums including product reviews, quarterly business reviews, and leadership offsites.

· Serve as a proxy for the VP in meetings and drive accountability for commitments and follow-ups.

· Partner with HR, Finance, and Operations to manage organizational planning, budget cycles, and talent strategies.

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