Adobe Inc.

Senior Software Engineer- Developer Experience

Adobe Inc.$177K — $257K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of software engineering experience in scalable applications or developer platforms.
  • Experience building AI-powered systems for software engineering workflows.
  • Familiarity with large-scale monorepo environments and related challenges.
  • Strong software engineering fundamentals (system design, algorithms, debugging).
  • Excellent communication and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

  • Design AI-powered solutions to enhance developer productivity and workflows.
  • Build and improve large-scale developer platforms and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Collaborate with teams to identify developer pain points and deliver solutions.
  • Develop reliable, high-performance platform code for Adobe engineers.
  • Mentor engineers and promote engineering best practices.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to shape AI-driven tooling at Adobe.
  • Impact on the velocity and reliability of Adobe's web platform.
  • Engagement in a collaborative and innovative environment.
Full Job Description
What You'll Do
  • Design and implement AI-powered developer productivity solutions and workflows that improve developer onboarding, development, code review, testing, debugging, incident triage, documentation, code quality, and engineering velocity.
  • Build and enhance large-scale developer platforms, including Bazel-based build systems, CI/CD pipelines, test automation frameworks, and engineering productivity tooling.
  • Partner with product engineering teams to understand developer pain points, identify productivity bottlenecks, and deliver solutions that improve developer experience, engineering efficiency, and platform reliability.
  • Develop high-performance, reliable, well-tested, and well-documented platform and infrastructure code that enables Adobe engineers to build, test, and deploy applications at scale.
  • Mentor engineers, contribute to engineering best practices, and foster a collaborative environment focused on continuous learning and innovation.


What You'll Bring
  • 5+ years of software engineering experience building scalable applications, developer platforms, tooling, or infrastructure.
  • Demonstrated experience building, integrating, or operating AI-powered systems that improve software engineering workflows, including developer tooling, code review, testing, debugging, CI/CD automation, incident triage, or other engineering productivity use cases.
  • Experience working in large-scale monorepo environments, including build systems, dependency management, developer tooling, CI/CD workflows, and engineering productivity challenges at scale.
  • Strong software engineering fundamentals, including system design, data structures, algorithms, debugging, performance optimization, and reliability engineering.
  • Experience working in large-scale engineering environments and collaborating across teams to deliver technical solutions.
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and mentoring skills, with the ability to influence technical decisions and drive initiatives forward.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience building AI-powered developer productivity solutions such as intelligent code review, CI/CD triage, test generation, debugging assistants, engineering copilots, workflow automation, or other AI-enabled engineering tools.
  • Experience with agentic AI systems, AI orchestration frameworks, evaluation methodologies, and techniques for improving the reliability and effectiveness of AI-assisted engineering workflows.
  • Deep experience with Bazel, including build optimization, dependency management, remote caching, custom build tooling, and developer workflow automation.
  • Experience developing developer tooling and automation using TypeScript, JavaScript, Python, Go, Java, or C++.
  • Experience with CI/CD platforms, build orchestration, merge queues, flaky test detection, release automation, and engineering productivity tooling.
  • Experience with Kubernetes, Terraform, cloud infrastructure, and platform automation.
  • Familiarity with observability and operational tooling, including OpenTelemetry, Grafana, Splunk, or similar technologies.
  • Experience measuring and improving developer productivity through metrics-driven DevEx initiatives.


What Sets You Apart
  • You are passionate about applying AI to improve how software is designed, built, tested, and operated.
  • You enjoy building tools and systems that help other engineers move faster and more effectively.
  • You can contribute at both the implementation and design levels, balancing technical quality with practical business needs.
  • You proactively identify opportunities for improvement and drive them to completion.
  • You treat developers as customers and seek to improve their daily experience through thoughtful tooling and automation.
  • You elevate those around you through collaboration, mentorship, and technical leadership.
  • You are excited about the evolving role of AI in software engineering and enjoy experimenting with new approaches responsibly.
  • You have a strong bias for action and consistently drive initiatives from concept through delivery.


Why Join Us
You will help define how AI and intelligent tooling reshape the way Adobe engineers build creative software. Your work will directly impact the velocity, reliability, and innovation capacity of Creative Cloud's web platform.

Expected Pay Range:
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 $139,000 -- $257,550 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.

In California, the pay range for this position is $177,900 - $257,550In Washington, the pay range for this position is $161,700 - $234,150

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.

About Adobe Inc.

The Omniture product suite provides an integrated set of services: advanced web analytics and segmentation (SiteCatalyst, Discover and Data Warehouse), search marketing (SearchCenter), optimization (Advanced Testing and Targeting -- Offermatica and TouchClarity), and the marketing integration platform (Genesis). They also have an iPhone application that allows customers to sign into their Omniture account and view statistics from anywhere.

Adobe Inc. Careers

Join Adobe Inc., a global leader in digital media and digital marketing solutions, and be part of a team that thrives on innovation and creativity. Adobe offers unparalleled job opportunities that propel your career forward in an environment that fosters growth and leadership. Work You’ll Do At Adobe, you will be immersed in an atmosphere of innovative solutions and exceptional leadership, contributing to projects that drastically change the landscape of digital content. Our team at Adobe is dedicated to empowering creatives and enterprises alike through cutting-edge technology and expertise. Transform the World with Your Creativity Adobe’s mission is to change the world through digital experiences. We are looking for professionals who are passionate about creativity, technology, and driving significant market evolution. Join a diverse team that values individuality and the fresh perspectives each member brings. Lead in a Culture of Innovation Adobe Inc. is synonymous with fostering a culture of innovation where your ideas can pave the way for groundbreaking digital solutions. Our leadership is committed to nurturing a dynamic and inclusive workplace that promotes career growth and development. Collaborate with the Best Work alongside a global team of talented professionals who are leaders in their fields. At Adobe, you will enhance your skills through collaboration and be inspired by the creativity and dedication of your teammates. Our networking opportunities within the company are designed to foster connections that lead to lasting professional relationships. Explore Career Opportunities Adobe Inc. offers a range of career paths from software engineering to marketing, customer experience to IT. Explore job opportunities and internships that align with your skills and passions. Adobe is committed to hiring the best talent and providing them with the training, benefits, and support needed to succeed. Innovate and Grow Drive innovation as part of the Adobe team and see firsthand how your work contributes to the company’s success and your personal growth. Engage in projects that push the boundaries of technology and creativity. Future-Proof Your Career Adobe is dedicated to the development of its employees at all stages of their careers. We offer comprehensive training programs, including leadership development and diversity training, to ensure you are equipped for the future. Our benefits package is designed to support the well-being and financial security of our team members and their families. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We look for driven, curious, creative, and solution-oriented team players. Start your journey with Adobe today by exploring our exciting career and internship opportunities. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. READ CAREERS BLOG Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the rewarding and exciting opportunities that await at Adobe Inc.
Learn more about Adobe Inc.
Size
25,988 employees
Market Cap
$154.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$5.2 billion
Founded
1982
5 Year Trend
+21.9%
Revenue
$12.8 billion
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