Field Architect, GenAI - Firefly Foundry at Adobe

San Jose, California, United States

Apply Now

Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Media & EntertainmentIndustries

Requirements

12+ years architecting and shipping large-scale platforms or content/ML systems; 3+ years leading enterprise GenAI/AI programs
Deep understanding of M&E production and marketing workflows (campaign bursts, trailer/versioning, localization, approvals, deliverables)
Proficiency in GenAI solution patterns: prompt design & evaluation, guardrails, observability/measurement, vectorized retrieval or style constraints where relevant, and cost governance
Hands-on with at least one major cloud, Python/TypeScript, and modern data/AI tooling; ability to read code and guide design trade-offs
Executive presence with studio leadership; exceptional written artifacts (1-pagers, decision records, reference designs)
Track record leading cross-functional pods (Solutions Architects, Forward Deployed Engineers, Product, Security/Privacy, Legal) from pilot to production
Background in broadcast/OTT, sports, gaming, or live events; familiarity with post-production pipelines and marketing tech stacks (nice-to-have)
Prior Field CTO/Field Engineering leadership or consulting partner experience (nice-to-have)
Expansions driven by reference patterns, and executive satisfaction (C-suite CSAT) (nice-to-have)

Responsibilities

Own architecture for strategic M&E accounts: define target architectures for high-scale asset generation (key art, AV promos, trailers/teasers, localizations, episodic marketing), set go/no-go criteria, and chair C-suite design reviews
Codify reference patterns: creative workflow blueprints for prompt/evaluation pipelines, variant generation at scale, approvals, and cost/performance guardrails – including end-to-end propagation of content and distribution
Unblock the hardest problems: lead spikes for brand/style constraints, visual fidelity, latency/throughput for campaign bursts, multilingual quality, and watermarking/attribution
Integrate the stack: design integrations across Creative Cloud apps (e.g., Photoshop, Premiere Pro, After Effects, Substance 3D, Frame.io), Firefly APIs/Services, Workfront, and enterprise DAM/MAM; ensure a single source of truth from presales to delivery
Partner ecosystem: co-create blueprints with customers; validate partner delivery against Firefly Foundry standards
Executive storytelling: run C-suite workshops, publish POVs on content authenticity and responsible GenAI, and keynote customer forums and industry events
Value & outcomes: translate creative and business priorities into measurable ROI/TCO and success metrics; influence expansions
Partner daily with Firefly Foundry Engagement Managers, Solutions Architecture, Forward Deployed Engineering and Scientist, Product (Firefly/Express/Photoshop/Premiere/After Effects/Frame.io), Customer Success, Security/Privacy/Legal, and Partner/Alliances teams

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

GenAIFireflyCreative CloudPhotoshopPremiere ProAfter EffectsSubstance 3DFrame.ioFirefly APIsWorkfrontDAMMAMAPI IntegrationWorkflow Design

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience is required for the Field Architect role?

Candidates must have 12+ years architecting and shipping large-scale platforms or content/ML systems, 3+ years leading enterprise GenAI/AI programs, deep understanding of M&E production and marketing workflows, and proficiency in GenAI solution patterns including prompt design, guardrails, and cost governance.

Is this a remote position or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What does Adobe's company culture emphasize?

Adobe is passionate about empowering people to create beautiful and powerful images, videos, and apps, committed to exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected with equal opportunity, and believes new ideas can come from everywhere in the organization.

What makes a strong candidate for this Field Architect position?

A strong candidate will have hands-on experience with cloud platforms, Python/TypeScript, and at least 12+ years in architecting large-scale systems plus expertise in M&E workflows and GenAI patterns to own architectures and unblock complex problems for strategic accounts.

Adobe

Software solutions for content creation and marketing

About Adobe

Adobe provides a range of software solutions focused on digital experiences, catering to creative professionals, businesses, and educational institutions. Its main offerings include Adobe Creative Cloud, which contains tools for photography, graphic design, video editing, illustration, UI/UX design, 3D and augmented reality, and social media content creation. Adobe also offers marketing solutions through Adobe Experience Cloud and document management services via Adobe Document Cloud. The company operates on a subscription-based model, allowing users to access its software through monthly or annual plans, with special pricing available for students, teachers, and businesses. Adobe differentiates itself from competitors by providing a comprehensive suite of tools that cover various aspects of content creation and marketing, all integrated into one platform. The goal of Adobe is to empower users to create, manage, and optimize their digital content effectively.

San Jose, CaliforniaHeadquarters

1994Year Founded

$668.9MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Consumer Software, Enterprise Software, DesignIndustries

10,001+Employees