Adobe · 21 hours ago
Sr Design Manager, Firefly Generative Video
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$142K/yr - $272K/yrAdobe is seeking an inspiring design leader to shape the future of creative workflows, making them truly human-centered in the age of generative AI. As the Senior Design Manager for Firefly Generative Video, you’ll define and drive the vision for end-to-end video creation workflows that leverage both Adobe and third-party models.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)ConsultingEnterprise SoftwareGraphic DesignImage RecognitionPhoto EditingSaaSSoftwareUX DesignWeb Design
Responsibilities
Establish and scale a user-centered design practice that connects long-term vision with achievable near-term milestones
Foster a trust-based, collaborative environment that encourages deep partnerships with cross-functional teams; drive alignment on the key pillars of your projects
Set a high bar for design excellence — from strategic framing and problem definition to detailed execution and polish
Dive deep into complex product spaces, staying hands-on with emerging technologies and up to date on the latest in AI and generative media
Oversee day-to-day team operations (e.g., critiques, syncs, reviews) in partnership with program management
Represent the team and its work to executives, stakeholders, and external audiences (including conferences and events)
Hire, develop, and retain exceptional designers; mentor and grow early-career talent
Qualification
Required
Empathetic leadership that fosters inclusion, trust, and creativity; enable designers to do their most impactful work
A deep understanding of creative workflows, ideally grounded in a personal creative practice; connections to the creative community are a strong plus
Experience leading design within a matrixed organization and influencing across multiple disciplines
Outstanding communication and storytelling skills. Inspire teams and influence partners through clear, compelling narratives
Proven ability to advocate for users while balancing product strategy and business priorities
Comfort with ambiguity and rapid change; thrive in a fast-paced environment
Experience facilitating design thinking activities, such as workshops or sprints, for early-stage strategy
A learner's mindset of curiosity and adaptability to stay on top of the latest AI breakthroughs
Benefits
Short-term incentives are in the form of the Annual Incentive Plan (AIP)
Certain roles may be eligible for long-term incentives in the form of a new hire equity award
Company
Adobe
Adobe is a software company that provides its users with digital marketing and media solutions.
Founded in 1982
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.5MKey Investors
Apple
1986-08-20IPO
1984-10-01Series Unknown· $2.5M
Leadership Team
Shantanu Narayen
CEO
Dan Durn
Chief Financial Officer
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