Adobe · 2 weeks ago
Software Development Engineer 5.5
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$229K/yr - $331K/yr
10+ years expAdobe is a company focused on changing the world through digital experiences. They are seeking a Software Development Engineer to lead architectural design, API integration, and ensure operational readiness for enterprise solutions.
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Responsibilities
Architecture & Design
Define and implement API integration patterns across enterprise platforms
Architect solutions by bringing to bear Kubernetes/Ethos Flex for container orchestration, workload management, and scalability
Design and govern event-driven architectures using Kafka for data streaming and messaging
Establish standards for monitoring, observability, and operational readiness to ensure production reliability
Engineering & Delivery
Provide architectural mentorship on backend development, focusing on scalability, resiliency, performance, and tech-debt reduction
Drive data migration strategies and ensure minimal disruption to business operations
Lead adoption of caching and in-memory solutions (e.g., Redis, ElastiCache) for performance optimization
Governance & Enablement
Partner with engineering teams to ensure solutions are operationally ready and meet enterprise reliability standards
Develop frameworks and reusable assets that accelerate delivery across multiple domains
Mentor senior engineers and influence technical direction across multi-functional teams
Qualification
Required
10+ years of experience in software engineering and architecture within large-scale enterprise environments
Proven expertise in API design and integration patterns
Proven expertise in Kubernetes/Ethos Flex (or similar container orchestration platforms)
Proven expertise in Kafka and distributed messaging systems
Proven expertise in caching technologies (Redis/ElastiCache)
Proven expertise in monitoring and observability frameworks (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, Datadog)
Proven expertise in data migration methodologies for large datasets
Strong background in backend development with emphasis on performance, scalability, resiliency, and tech-debt management
Deep understanding of operational readiness, incident management, and SRE practices
Preferred
Experience in enterprise cloud platforms (AWS)
Proficiency in CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps protocols
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to senior leadership and business collaborators
Showcased leadership in multi-functional, global, and fast-paced enterprise settings
Benefits
Annual Incentive Plan (AIP)
Long-term incentives in the form of a new hire equity award
Company
Adobe
Adobe is a software company that provides its users with digital marketing and media solutions.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.5MKey Investors
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1986-08-20IPO
1984-10-01Series Unknown· $2.5M
Leadership Team
Shantanu Narayen
CEO
Dan Durn
Chief Financial Officer
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