Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two. Worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
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Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 1,036 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first.
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The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
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No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area.
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What Adobe INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles3 certified filings for “Strategic Business Developer” (Management Analysts) in CA: $230k–$240k, median $231k.
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Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
Details and sources
- Employer is on a government sponsor record
- The US Department of Labor certified 1,036 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- No salary bar for this route
- H-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Adobe INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles
- 3 certified filings for “Strategic Business Developer” (Management Analysts) in CA: $230k–$240k, median $231k. Most were filed at wage level IV (67%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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About the role
The Opportunity
Join the Employee Experience team as a Compensation Business Partner, reporting to Adobe’s Director of Compensation. The role will support the Sales and Tech organization within Adobe. We’re looking for a strategic Compensation advisor who will raise the confidence of HR Business Partners and Managers by educating them on Adobe’s compensation philosophy & practices to help them make the best rewards decisions. You will help measure the effectiveness of our compensation programs to get results and reward great outcomes.
Are you a compensation professional who builds effective relationships with key partners & clients, uses your analytical skills to strengthen their point of view, and influences change using a proactive and consultative approach to resolve issues quickly? If so, then we think you’ll be a successful addition to this team!
This role is in the San Jose, CA office.
What You'll Own
● Serve as the lead compensation business partner for assigned client groups, providing strategic guidance on compensation-related business challenges.
● Support senior leader decision-making through data-driven compensation analyses and recommendations.
● Partner with HR Business Partners and senior leaders to execute the Rewards Planning process for assigned client groups, delivering a well-governed, efficient, and data-driven compensation planning experience.
● Conduct market pricing and competitive compensation analyses to evaluate the competitiveness of Adobe’s pay programs and provide recommendations for pay range enhancements and annual updates.
● Partner proactively with HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition along with Business Leadership to review and develop external and internal offers inquiries.
• Provide input to compensation program owners to improve compensation programs and ensure programs meet business needs.
• Offer expertise to key collaborators including Talent Acquisition, Global Mobility, and Rewards operations.
What You Need to Succeed
Qualifications:
• 8+ years of relevant experience in Compensation, specifically supporting both Sales & Technical talent
• Bachelor’s Degree in related field. Required education may be substituted by additional years of experience
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) certification, a plus
• Effective presenter capable of delivering data-driven insights clearly to different levels of management
• Compensation experience in Tech
• Experience using Radford surveys, job matching, and pay range development
Key Competencies:
• Influences and consults: Builds strong relationships and leads across functions to drive decisions
• Executes with drive: Self-motivated, multitasks in fast-paced settings, and pairs critical thinking with follow-through
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and drive clarity
• Data-driven and detail-oriented: Analyzes data accurately and uses insights to shape decisions
• Innovates continuously: Improves how things are done and is curious about AI-assisted tools
About Adobe
Adobe 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 f
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