Join the Photoshop Applied Research and Technology team as a senior Photoshop engineer, where you will lead the development of cutting-edge GenAI and AI/ML features that enhance user productivity. Your daily tasks include integrating advanced technologies into the Photoshop codebase, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver polished end-to-end experiences, and iterating on research prototypes for productization. You’ll work extensively in C++ while leveraging Python and JavaScript, maintaining a deep understanding of digital imaging algorithms and large-scale software architecture. This role demands expertise in computer science fundamentals, memory systems optimization, and experience in bringing AI coding assistants into production processes to enhance code quality and automation. Ideal candidates have a strong background in developing high-quality applications for professionals and are passionate about pushing the boundaries of imaging technology.
Skills
C++
Python
JavaScript
MVC architecture
Design patterns
CPU/GPU optimizations
AI/ML
GenAI
Digital imaging algorithms
Computer vision
CI/CD
Code review
Test coverage
Adobe Photoshop
What you'll do
Develop and integrate innovative technologies into Photoshop by gaining deep knowledge of its codebase.
Deliver polished AI/GenAI experiences as a C++ developer, collaborating with cross-functional teams to create backend solutions.
Prototype mature research ideas using AI models in Photoshop and iterate for productization.
Provide long-term vision for the technical direction of large-scale cross-platform applications.
Maintain and improve existing features within Photoshop's complex codebase.
Write robust, scalable, performant, and secure code adhering to high engineering standards.
What we're looking for
7+ years of software development experience with a focus on large-scale production software.
Proficient in C/C++ and modern application development, with knowledge of Python and JavaScript preferred.
Strong foundation in computer science fundamentals, including MVC architecture, design patterns, and optimization techniques.
Experience integrating AI coding assistants and agentic workflows into production processes.
Deep understanding of digital imaging, computer vision algorithms, and AI/ML applications.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical collaboration.
Market check
Salary context
This
$208,300–$301,600
range sits above
98%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$117,000–$202,750
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$137,725–$178,318
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 240 comparable postings.*
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Employer
About Adobe
Adobe Inc. is a global software company known for creative and multimedia software products including Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat, and its cloud-based Creative Cloud and Document Cloud suites. Industry: Creative & Digital Experience Software
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$152,000–$241,500
Python
C++
CUDA
Git
CI/CD
Linux
NeRF
Gaussian_Splatting
Computer_Vision
Deep_Learning
3D_Computer_Vision
Object_Reconstruction
Scene_Reconstruction
Computer_Graphics
MLOps