The OpportunityWe are seeking a Principal Product Manager to lead the product vision, strategy, and execution for Adobe Express's Third-Party Embed SDK across our sports and commercial partner portfolio — including partners such as the Premier League, and other leading sports and commercial brands who embed Adobe's creative technology directly into their own fan and customer experiences.This is a highly visible leadership role at the intersection of product, partnerships, and platform strategy. Rather than building a single Adobe-branded surface, you will define how Adobe's creative capabilities — content generation, editing, and personalisation — get embedded into the digital products of some of the world's biggest sports leagues and commercial brands, reaching tens of millions of fans and customers through experiences Adobe doesn't own the front door to.You will partner closely with Business Development, Engineering, Design, Partner Marketing, and Program Management to translate partner and audience needs into a coherent product roadmap, while balancing the commercial realities of contract commitments, SOW obligations, and platform scalability. This role requires a leader who can move fluidly between long-term platform strategy and the tactical demands of active partner delivery.What You'll DoOwn the product vision and multi-year strategy for the 3P Embed SDK across sports and commercial verticals, defining how partner-generated content (PGC), fan engagement tools, and embedded creative workflows evolve over timeDefine and drive the product roadmap for your partner portfolio in alignment with company goals, partner commercial commitments, and audience growth prioritiesLead the full product lifecycle from partner discovery through launch and renewal — balancing technical feasibility, partner-specific requirements, and business impactAct as the primary product voice in partner-facing conversations, translating technical and commercial complexity into clear, confident narratives for partner stakeholders and Adobe leadership alikeCollaborate deeply with Business Development on commercial structuring, contract renewal cycles, and SOW scoping, ensuring product commitments are deliverable and scalable across the portfolio rather than one-off per partnerPrioritize investment across partners based on audience data, commercial value (MAU vs. ARR contribution), and platform leverage — adapting quickly as partner needs and market signals evolveConduct market and competitive analysis across sports tech, fan engagement, and embedded creative tooling to inform positioning and identify new partner and category opportunitiesApply GenAI capabilities where they meaningfully improve fan/customer engagement outcomes and partner commercial valueBuild repeatable, platform-level product patterns from partner-specific requirements, reducing one-off engineering and design effort across the portfolioWhat We're Looking For8+ years of product management experience, with a demonstrated track record of leading complex platform, partnership, or B2B2C products from concept to scaleExperience in sports, media, fan engagement, or partner/embedded platform products; comfort operating in a B2B2C model where Adobe's product lives inside someone else's experienceProven ability to balance long-term platform strategy with the near-term demands of active commercial partnerships and contractual deliveryStrong commercial acumen — comfortable engaging with contract terms, SOW conditions, and partner commercial structures alongside traditional product roadmappingExperience owning a multi-partner or multi-account product area, setting strategy, and driving execution across engineering, design, BD, and partner marketingStrong product judgment with the ability to navigate competing internal priorities (e.g., audience growth vs. predictive/engagement metrics) while protecting partner-facing relationships from internal misalignmentExceptional communication and storytelling skills, with experience presenting to senior leadership and directly to external partner stakeholdersDeep analytical capabilities, with experience using platform usage data (MAU, engagement funnels, click-through) to make and defend prioritization callsAbility to operate effectively in ambiguous, resource-constrained environments, creating clarity and momentum across multiple partner workstreams simultaneouslyPreferred QualificationsPassion for sports, fan engagement, or commercial brand marketing, with genuine interest in how major sports and commercial organizations build digital fan/customer experiencesExperience with embedded SDKs, platform APIs, or white-label product modelsUnderstanding of GenAI-powered content creation and its application to fan engagement or personalized commercial experiencesExperience managing renewal cycles or multi-year commercial partnershipsMBA or advanced technical degree is a plusAs our many awards will tell you, at Adobe you’ll be immersed in an exceptional work environment that is recognized around the world. You’ll be surrounded by colleagues who are committed to helping each other grow through our unique Check-In approach where ongoing feedback flows freely. If you’re looking to make an impact, Adobe's the place for you. Discover what our employees are saying about their career experiences on the Adobe Life blog, and explore the fantastic benefits we offer at Rewards.adobe.com.Adobe is an equal opportunity employer. We hire dedicated individuals, regardless of gender, race or colour, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We know that when our employees feel appreciated and included, they can be more creative, innovative, and successful. This is what it means to be Adobe For All.We’re on a mission to hire the very best and are committed to creating exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected and has access to equal opportunity. We realize that new ideas can come from everywhere in the organization, and we know the next big idea could be yours!About AdobeAdobe 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 togetherAt 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 $148,100 -- $282,100 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 New York, the pay range for this position is $194,800 - $282,100
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 OrdinancesAdobe 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 NoticeIf 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 NoticeIt 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.SummaryLocation: London; New YorkType: Full time
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