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Principal Product Designer

🏢 Adobe • 📍 San Jose, CA


About Adobe

Adobe is the global leader in digital media and digital marketing solutions. Our creative, marketing and document solutions empower everyone – from individual artists to global brands – to bring digital creations to life.

The Role: Tools for Creators

Think about the last time you saw a beautiful photo, a cool video, or a sleek website. It was likely made with Adobe tools. As a Principal Product Designer, your job is to make those tools even better. You don't just design a button; you design how an artist feels when they are creating. You make complex creative software feel simple, intuitive, and inspiring. You are designing the tools that the world's creators use every day.

What You Will Do

  • Lead the design vision for flagship products like Photoshop or Illustrator.
  • Conduct deep user research to understand the needs of creative professionals.
  • Create high-fidelity prototypes and design systems for web and mobile.
  • Mentor other designers and collaborate with engineering leads.

Compensation

Total compensation: $160,000 - $240,000. Adobe offers generous stock grants, 'wellness days' off, and a culture that celebrates diversity and creativity.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in UX/UI design. A world-class portfolio and a passion for creative tools are required.