Software Development Engineer

Adobe

Quick summary

Work type
On-site
Location
San Jose · San Francisco
Salary
$177,900–$257,550 / yr
Posted
1 day ago

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Salary context

Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $174k
This role $218k
$118k most similar roles pay here $273k

This role pays more than 82% of similar roles. Most pay $138,187–$210,112 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $218k versus about $174k 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 322 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $185,350–$268,375 across 322 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Software Development Engineer

As an experienced Software Engineer at AEM Assets, you will join a dynamic cross-functional team to architect and develop high-traffic services that power leading companies. Your responsibilities include collaborating on large-scale system development, reviewing features and technology, and championing engineering excellence with an AI-first approach. You will work on innovative solutions that scale seamlessly, focusing on customer needs and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Ideal candidates have 3+ years of software development experience, expertise in Java, Python, or JavaScript, and knowledge of API creation, LLM workflows, and search/recommendation systems. Strong skills in software design patterns and the ability to break down complex problems are essential, as is a willingness to learn new technologies and work across various layers of the stack.

What you'll do

  • Design and develop large-scale systems using Java, Python, or JavaScript.
  • Architect and implement APIs using OpenAPI standards for seamless integration.
  • Lead the development of AI-native solutions and LLM workflows.
  • Review and provide feedback on features, technology, and architecture to ensure quality.
  • Break down complex problems into manageable components and create clean abstractions.

What we're looking for

  • 3+ years of experience in software development with an AI-first approach
  • Experience developing and maintaining large-scale systems
  • Proficiency in Java, Python, JavaScript or equivalent languages
  • Expertise in crafting APIs using OpenAPIs or similar frameworks
  • Knowledge of building and deploying LLM workflows/agents
  • Understanding of search and recommendation system technologies
  • Strong working knowledge of software design patterns and AI-native development

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