Senior Software Development Engineer

Our Company
Changing the world through digital experiences is what Adobe’s all about. We give everyone—from emerging artists to global brands—everything they need to design and deliver exceptional digital experiences! We’re passionate about empowering people to create beautiful and powerful images, videos, and apps, and transform how companies interact with customers across every screen. 
We’re on a mission to hire the very best and are committed to creating exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected and has access to equal opportunity. We realize that new ideas can come from everywhere in the organization, and we know the next big idea could be yours!

Our Company

Changing the world through digital experiences is what Adobe’s all about. We give everyone—from emerging artists to global brands—everything they need to design and deliver exceptional digital experiences! We’re passionate about empowering people to create beautiful and powerful images, videos, and apps, and transform how companies interact with customers across every screen.

We’re on a mission to hire the very best and are committed to creating exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected and has access to equal opportunity. We realize that new ideas can come from everywhere in the organization, and we know the next big idea could be yours!

The Opportunity

Join Adobe’s prestigious After Effects engineering team and have a significant role in creating the future of motion graphics and visual effects. Situated in the dynamic city of Seattle, WA, this is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to future of a well-known and loved product. We are looking for a driven and highly skilled Senior Software Development Engineer who is passionate about making a difference. Here, you will collaborate with some of the top talent in the field, ensuring flawless project execution and contributing to our mission of delivering unparalleled animation and compositing experiences for our customers.

What you'll Do

• Design, develop, and implement After Effects features that will be used by millions of users globally.
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams to successfully implement innovative features and improve existing ones.
• Conduct detailed code reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure the highest standards of code quality.
• Follow Agile methodologies in software development to deliver reliable and maintainable code.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying and completing opportunities for process and product improvements.
• Mentor junior engineers in a collaborative environment that promotes growth and learning.

What you need to succeed

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Proven track record of developing high-quality C++ and desktop applications.
• Outstanding problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and creatively.
• Strong understanding of software development principles and methodologies.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to collaborators who may not have a technical background.
• A collaborative spirit and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• A passion for continuous learning and staying updated with the latest industry trends and technologies.

Adobe is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate based on gender, race or color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. Learn more.

Adobe aims to make Adobe.com accessible to any and all users. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, email [email protected] or call (408) 536-3015.

Adobe values a free and open marketplace for all employees and has policies in place to ensure that we do not enter into illegal agreements with other companies to not recruit or hire each other’s employees.

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 $154,000 -- $278,800 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.

Adobe is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate based on gender, race or color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. Learn more.
 

Adobe aims to make Adobe.com accessible to any and all users. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, email [email protected] or call (408) 536-3015.

Adobe values a free and open marketplace for all employees and has policies in place to ensure that we do not enter into illegal agreements with other companies to not recruit or hire each other’s employees.