Principal Engineering Program Manager, Premiere Mobile

Adobe; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Adobe is seeking a Senior Engineering Program Manager to steer the development of Premiere on mobile. You will coordinate cross‑functional teams across engineering, product, and operations to drive high‑impact programs that align with strategic goals.

Ideal candidates bring a strong technical background in software development, cloud architectures, and mobile app ecosystems, with proven ability to operate with urgency and clarity in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree preferred.
• 6–10 years in technical program management or related field.
• Strong mobile app development understanding (Android & iOS).
• Solid background in software development, cloud tech, and system architectures.
• Excellent ability to translate complex tech to non‑tech colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of complex technical programs.
• Drive cross‑functional collaboration across engineering, product, and operations.
• Establish timelines and proactively mitigate risks.
• Develop standard program management methodologies to improve efficiency.
• Communicate status, challenges, and dependencies to stakeholders.
• Identify bottlenecks and opportunities for automation to improve flow.
• Ensure engineering teams deliver high‑quality solutions on time.
• Collaborate with product/engineering leadership on short-term and long-term priorities.

Skills

Technical program management

Cross-functional collaboration

Agile methodologies

Technical communication

Problem solving

Ownership & accountability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Opportunity

We are looking for a Senior Engineering Program Manager to help build the future of Adobe Premiere on mobile – one of Adobe’s flagship products. The role demands someone who is self-motivated and passionate about driving complex, high-impact programs that align with Adobe's strategic goals. The ideal candidate should have a solid technical background, strong communication skills, and be capable of coordinating multiple cross‑functional initiatives with a sense of urgency. This role calls for a technical Program Manager who can navigate ambiguity, take decisive action, and achieve high‑quality outcomes at scale.

What you'll Do

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex technical programs, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer needs.
• Drive cross‑functional collaboration across engineering, product management, operations, and other teams to achieve program goals.
• Establish and maintain program timelines, identifying and mitigating risks proactively.
• Develop and implement standard methodologies for program management to optimize efficiency and execution.
• Communicate program status, challenges, and dependencies to collaborators at all levels, ensuring transparency and alignment.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and opportunities for automation.
• Ensure technical teams stay focused and accountable for delivering high‑quality solutions on time.
• Collaborate in partnership with product and engineering leadership to balance short‑term work with long‑term architectural strategies.

What you need to succeed

• BA/BS degree preferred.
• 6‑10 years of experience in technical program management, software engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• A deep understanding of mobile app development (Android and iOS).
• Strong technical background with a solid understanding of software development processes, cloud technologies, and system architectures.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts to non‑technical collaborators.
• Proven track record of delivering high‑impact programs in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Experience leading the creation, consensus, and rollout of new program, planning, and development processes.
• Strong Agile experience and background, both as a participant and a driver.
• High level of immediacy and ownership with the ability to prioritize effectively and make data‑driven decisions.
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and pivot strategies, be flexible and open to new ideas and approaches.
• Ability to foster collaboration across multiple teams and collaborators with competing priorities.
• Experience working with distributed teams across multiple time zones.
• Strong business insight and ability to connect technical initiatives to business impact.
• Outstanding problem‑solving skills with a proactive and strategic approach.

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