Strategic Operations Analyst
Adobe Software
JOB LEVEL
P30EMPLOYEE ROLE
Individual ContributorThe Opportunity
Join the AUP Business Operations & Strategy team to improve operations through data & analytics and operational efficiency projects.
You’ll mine operational data for insights, identify patterns and gaps, and turn those insights into targeted improvements to our planning, reporting, and execution processes. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving problems with data, partnering across functions, and making an outsized impact through thoughtful process and systems work.
What You’ll Do
Data & Analytics
- Analyze data from systems like Jira, project tracking tools, and related databases to surface trends and risks across portfolio and operational planning efforts.
- Identify, validate, and integrate new data sources that strengthen awareness of key business drivers.
- Collaborate with team members to enhance dashboards and reporting tools for better access to resourcing, execution health, strategic alignment, and operational excellence.
- Synthesize complex data into clear, actionable insights for engineering, product, and program management teams.
Operational Efficiency Projects
- Lead projects using data insights to streamline operations through simplifying intake, improving resource tracking, and optimizing reporting.
- Identify challenges or inefficiencies in multi-functional processes and collaborate with team members to co-create solutions.
- Help improve core planning and execution rhythms by contributing to systems, tools, and cadences that support long-term scale.
- Proactively look for ways to reduce overhead and improve transparency across the platform organization.
What You Need to Succeed
Experience & Background
- 3–5 years in business operations, analytics, strategy, or consulting—preferably in a SaaS or platform-focused tech company
- BS or equivalent experience in a technical, analytical, or business-related field; MBA or advanced degree is a plus
Data & Analytical Skills
- Proficiency in tools like Excel, Power BI, SQL, or similar platforms for analyzing and visualizing operational data
- Experience turning unstructured or siloed data into clear, decision-supporting insights
- Comfort working across large, sometimes ambiguous datasets to spot trends or gaps
Operational Insight
- Demonstrated ability to identify and drive process improvements that lead to measurable efficiency or clarity gains
- Experience owning or contributing to projects that enhance how organizations plan, implement, or report
Communication & Influence
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor insights to technical and non-technical audiences alike
- Effective interpersonal skills and at ease working with multi-functional collaborators and senior team members
Initiative & Follow-Through
- A self-starter with a solid sense of ownership and the ability to manage projects independently
- Comfortable navigating evolving priorities in a fast-paced environment
Why Adobe
At Adobe, we’re changing the world through digital experiences. Our team sits at the heart of platform operations—working to ensure that Adobe’s foundational systems are well-aligned, data-informed, and built to scale. You’ll join a team that values curiosity, collaboration, and clear thinking. We’re committed to helping you grow and succeed while driving meaningful outcomes for the business.
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 $79,800 -- $179,400 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.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:
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Colorado:
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Massachusetts:
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Internal Opportunities
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At Adobe, you will be immersed in an exceptional work environment that is recognized around the world. You will also 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 meaningful benefits we offer.
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