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Software Engineering Manager, Photoshop

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Adobe logoAdobe · San Jose
$136K–$275K/yrFull-timeOn-siteToday
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Millions of creative professionals depend on Photoshop every day, and we're busy improving core architecture related to look and feel. This is a chance to embed yourself with brilliant engineers and leaders doing deep, technically rewarding work that Photoshop developers will build on and our customers will feel. Lead a team of skilled senior engineers focusing on modernizing architecture, including updates to Photoshop's interface using Adobe's shared UI framework Build exceptional experiences for our customers and developers Mentor aspiring technical leaders, setting high bars for excellence in architecture, code design and process Drive the delivery lifecycle from planning and development through quality reviews Ensure the daily work of developers is prioritized, efficient and aligned with current goals Manage project scope and risk using data, analytics, and creative problem-solving Build strong partnerships across Adobe, removing cross-team and cross-organization blockers

Requirements

  • A clear communicator: You tailor how you speak and write about engineering work to fit your audience
  • Proactively organized: You stay ahead of what your team and other leaders need, and people know they can count on you to be prepared
  • Pragmatic: You cut through complexity, prioritize, and move towards solutions
  • Humble: You're a true teammate who leaves your ego at the door, pursuing what's best for the customer, the product, and the team
  • An empathetic mentor: You invest in others, giving candid, thoughtful feedback that helps engineers grow both technically and professionally
  • An experienced leader: You have previously led teams through complex projects
  • What you need to succeed
  • 5+ years in software development (preferably leading front end architecture)
  • 3+ years as an engineering manager
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience
  • A strong background in related hands-on software development and software architecture, equipped to sympathize with developers
  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
  • Willingness to get in the trenches when it matters
  • Knowledge and passion for Photoshop or other Adobe products
  • About Adobe
  • Let's Adobe together
  • Adobe is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on gender, race or color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Learn more.
  • Adobe aims to make our Careers website and recruiting process accessible to any and all users. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, email accommodations@adobe.com or call +1 408-536-3015.
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  • 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 $135,600 -- $275,400 annually. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job-re

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