Manager Software Development

Company: Adobe Systems GmbH
Location: Seattle
Posted on: May 18, 2025

Job Description:

JOB LEVELM40EMPLOYEE ROLEPeople ManagerAt Adobe, we've empowered generations of creative professionals-and now, we're on a mission to make creativity accessible to everyone. WithAdobe Express, we're building a next-generation content creation platform that enables millions of individuals, small businesses, marketers, students, and educators to tell their stories with ease and impact.
We believe inCreativity for All, and we're looking for anEngineering Managerwho shares our passion for innovation, collaboration, and inclusive design.What You'll Do
As an Engineering Manager on the Express team, you will:

• Lead and inspirea team of full-stack engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, inclusion, and continuous learning.
• Drive the executionof full-stack projects, ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality, scalable, and maintainable solutions.
• Mentor and developengineers through regular feedback, career growth planning, and hands-on technical guidance.
• Collaborate cross-functionallywith product managers, designers, and other engineering teams to align on priorities, define roadmaps, and deliver customer-centric features.
• Champion engineering best practices, including performance optimization, accessibility, testing, and code quality.
• Contribute to architectural decisionsand participate in code reviews, design discussions, and innovation initiatives.
• Leverage AI and automationwhere appropriate to enhance user experiences, streamline development workflows, and improve product intelligence.
• Continuously improve team operations, using data and feedback to refine processes and boost team efficiency.What You'll Bring
  • 8+ years of experience building and scaling modern web applications across the stack.
  • 3+ years of experience managing or leading engineering teams in a collaborative, agile environment.
  • Deep understanding of front-end technologies (e.g., React, TypeScript, Webpack) and back-end systems (e.g., Node.js, RESTful APIs, microservices).
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms such asAWS,Azure, orGoogle Cloud, and experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
  • Exposure to or interest inAI/ML technologies, including how they can be integrated into user-facing applications or developer tooling.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a passion for mentoring and team building.
  • A growth mindset and a desire to work in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.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 positionis $143,700 -- $289,900 annually. Paywithin this range varies by work locationand may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills,and experience. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process.At Adobe, for sales roles starting salaries are expressed as total target compensation (TTC = base + commission), and short-term incentives are in the form of sales commission plans. Non-sales roles starting salaries are expressed as base salary and short-term incentives are in the form of the Annual Incentive Plan (AIP).In addition, certain roles may be eligible for long-term incentives in the form of a new hire equity award.State-Specific Notices:California:Fair Chance OrdinancesAdobe will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with state and local laws and "fair chance" ordinances.Colorado:Application Window NoticeIf this role is open to hiring in Colorado (as listed on the job posting), the application window will remain open until at least the date and time stated above in Pacific Time, in compliance with Colorado pay transparency regulations. If this role does not have Colorado listed as a hiring location, no specific application window applies, and the posting may close at any time based on hiring needs.Massachusetts:Massachusetts Legal NoticeIt is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.Internal OpportunitiesCreativity, curiosity, and constant learning are celebrated aspects of your career growth journey. We're glad that you're pursuing a new opportunity at Adobe!Put your best foot forward:1. Update your Resume/CV and - don't forget to include your uniquely 'Adobe' experiences and volunteer work.2. Visit the on Inside Adobe to learn more about the process and set up a job alert for roles you're interested in.3. Check out these to help you prep for interviews.4. If you are applying for a role outside of your current country, ensure you review the on Inside Adobe, including the impacts to your .Once you apply for a role via Workday, the Talent Team will reach out to you within 2 weeks. If you move into the official interview process with the hiring team, make sure you inform your manager so they can champion your career growth.At Adobe, you will be immersed in an exceptional work environment that is recognized around the world. You will also be surrounded by colleagues who are committed to helping each other grow through our unique Check-In approach where ongoing feedback flows freely. If you're looking to make an impact, Adobe's the place for you. Discover what our employees are saying about their career experiences on the and explore the meaningful we offer.Adobe is proud to be anemployer. 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 applicable characteristics protected by law.Adobe aims to make Adobe.com 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, emailor call (408) 536-3015.
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