Senior Software Development Engineer

Adobe

Senior Software Engineer designing scalable and performant applications for Adobe's Creative Cloud. Collaborating cross-functionally and mentoring engineers in building innovative solutions.

Posted 5/12/2026full-timeSeattle • California, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $159,200 - $301,600 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaScriptNode.jsReactSplunkTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own end-to-end system design and architecture across frontend, backend, and platform layers
Drive solutions to high-complexity problems involving distributed services, data pipelines, and AI-driven components
Design and develop agentic workflows and systems that leverage generative AI/LLMs
Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver cohesive end-to-end user experiences
Mentor engineers through architecture reviews, design discussions, and code reviews
Drive rapid prototyping and experimentation to validate ideas and accelerate innovation
Partner with Product Management to shape requirements that incorporate AI capabilities
Design, implement, and operate systems with strong observability, testing, and continuous improvement practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 10 yrs of software development experience
BS or MS in Computer Science or comparable experience
Expertise in designing and developing scalable, maintainable, performant and resilient applications
Experience with modern frontend technologies such as React, Lit/Web Components, and strong fundamentals in HTML, CSS, JavaScript/TypeScript
Hands-on experience building full-stack applications, including Node.js services and middleware
Proficiency and interest in developing with and for AI toolsets including agents, MCP, and RAG
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, especially in ambiguous or evolving problem spaces
Clear and effective communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts and trade-offs.
Familiarity with implementing/reviewing metrics using NewRelic, Splunk is highly desired.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities
Flexible work hours
Remote work options

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Hard Skills & Tools

system designarchitecturedistributed servicesdata pipelinesgenerative AILLMsfrontend technologiesReactNode.jsfull-stack applications

Soft Skills

mentoringproblem-solvingcommunicationcollaborationanalytical skillsinnovationdesign discussionscode reviewscross-functional teamworkrapid prototyping

Certifications

BS in Computer ScienceMS in Computer Science