Software Development Engineer, 3D Graphics

Adobe

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Work type
On-site
Location
Seattle, WA
Salary
$161,700–$234,150 / yr
Posted
66 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $180k
This role $198k
$131k most similar roles pay here $245k

This role pays more than 65% of similar roles. Most pay $142,437–$217,725 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $198k versus about $180k for comparable roles.

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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

Adobe currently has 218 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $187,100–$270,950 across 216 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Software Development Engineer, 3D Graphics

Software Development Engineer, 3D Graphics will join the After Effects team to build next-generation motion graphics tools with a focus on groundbreaking 3D workflows. Working in an Agile environment, you will collaborate with Quality Engineers, Product Management, Program Management, and User Experience Designers to deliver high-quality features. Your daily responsibilities include building, specifying, and implementing new features while writing automation tests and performing code reviews. The role requires proficiency in C/C++ and a background in 3D. Preferred skills include knowledge of GPU compute topics, real-time programming, and code performance optimization. You will also apply your understanding of video and compositing tools development concepts to solve complex problems within the Digital Video & Audio family. This position focuses on creating dynamic visual experiences by solving technical challenges inherent in professional motion graphics software.

What does a Software Development Engineer earn in Washington?

Median $169050 from 91 postings across 7 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Develop high-quality, robust features for motion graphics and 3D workflows.
  • Build, specify, and implement new features within an Agile development environment.
  • Write automation tests to ensure feature stability and performance.
  • Perform code reviews to maintain software quality standards.
  • Engage directly with customers to understand their needs and requirements.
  • Solve complex technical problems across the Digital Video & Audio product family.
  • Optimize code performance for real-time programming and GPU compute tasks.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Proven development skills in C/C++.
  • A background in 3D workflows is beneficial.
  • Working knowledge of video and compositing tools development concepts.
  • Experience operating within an Agile setting.
  • Knowledge in GPU compute topics.
  • Real-time programming and code performance optimization experience is an asset.

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