Senior Software Development Engineer

Adobe Systems Incorporated•San Jose, CA

29d

About The Position

We are the Adobe Globalization Engineering Team-a team of passionate, experienced engineers from a diverse set of backgrounds who share a deep appreciation for language and culture and how they intersect with technology. We take pride in crafting experiences that feel native and seamless for people who may communicate in languages different from our own. We're looking for a Senior Software Development Engineer who appreciates culture like we do. Prior experience in localization isn't required, as long as you're someone who loves to learn. This role will be supporting Adobe Express, GenStudio PeM and internal tools. Specifically, you will lead efforts in features related to cultural adaptation and enable Agentic AI-powered culturalized content. In this role, you'll own technical architecture and act as a product-minded engineer, aligning design, product, and quality from an engineering lens. You'll have autonomy, broad ownership, and room to grow-ideal for ambitious technologists who challenge convention and think holistically. We value thoughtful contributors over rigid roles; whether it's data, UX, or strategy, we pitch in. You'll thrive if you bring sharp insights and aren't afraid to share them.

Requirements

5+ years of experience building and deploying web applications.
Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and system design
Experience with one or more of the following: React, JavaScript, Typescript, HTML, CSS, RESTful API, Node.js
Strong verbal and written communication skills, especially when speaking to leaders and other collaborators.
A proactive approach-you take initiative, anticipate challenges, and don't wait to be told what to do.
Experience in TypeScript/HTML/CSS and modern web technologies.
Ability to successfully implement and compete in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science.

Nice To Haves

Experience in modern web-based editors or games (applications that emphasize detailed rendering, high UI performance, and real-time collaborative editing).
Experience in product localization (string overflow & truncation, etc).
Exposure to user analytics or feedback systems to inform UX improvements (usage of telemetry and feature flags to guide iteration or A/B tests).
Comfort contributing to or maintaining design systems or shared UI libraries across large product surfaces.
Proficiency in Python and experience with ML frameworks such as TensorFlow and PyTorch
Experience with machine learning and/or deep learning methods
Experience and a strong desire to integrate ML solutions into products

Responsibilities

Build functional, reliable, and maintainable systems prioritizing simplicity, clarity, and long-term maintainability.
Design and evolve web application architecture to meet product needs, balancing flexibility and performance.
Collaborate closely with multi-functional partners (product, design, quality) to deliver high-impact user experiences with engineering excellence.
Continuously analyze and optimize performance, ensuring a responsive and seamless user experience across devices.
Mentor and support junior engineers, promoting a collaborative, inclusive, and team culture with a focus on growth.
Ship responsive, scalable solutions built to serve a large and diverse global audience.
Turn insights into impact by using analytics, user research, and community feedback to identify usability improvements and drive thoughtful feature development.

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