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Individual Contributor
About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Software Engineer to join the new Project Graph services team at Adobe.
Project Graph is a new creative system that lets you combine first and third-party AI models, Adobe tools, and custom interactive components inside a visual, designer-friendly node graph editor. Connect a library of tactile, interactive components that bring creative control of AI back to your fingertips. Transform ideas into powerful workflows and modular tools that run anywhere, from the web to Adobe apps like Photoshop. And if you’d rather focus on creating than building, you can tap into a growing ecosystem of community-built tools without ever opening the editor.
The services team focuses on developing HTTP APIs for two primary uses: (1) managing Graph plugins, their versioning, publishing, access control and search, (2) async compute platform for running Graphs on the cloud.
In this backend-focused role, you will play a key role in developing HTTP APIs, working closely with cluster orchestrators like Kubernetes, and building on top of AWS cloud infrastructure.
What you'll do:
- Collaboratively write scalable, resilient HTTP APIs for Project Graph
- Contribute to an async job scheduling system built on top of Kubernetes and Postgres
- Design and implement cloud infrastructure to meet reliability, performance and cost goals
What you need to succeed:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science.
5-10 years of backend software development experience.
Strong hands-on experience in any server-side language; we use Node.js/Typescript.
Expertise with Kubernetes.
Experience with Postgres, Redis, or other data stores.
Experience with Terraform and AWS.
Experience with bash and CI/CD tools, like CircleCI.
Expertise in HTTP API security.
An interest in and ability to learn new technologies.
Ability to tackle problems in a sustainable way, always striving to improve our processes and learn.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; can effectively articulate complex ideas and influence others through well-reasoned explanations.
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 $153,600 - $286,600 annually. Pay within this range varies by work location and 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 Ordinances
Adobe 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 Notice
If 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 Notice
It 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 Opportunities
Creativity, 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:
- Update your Resume/CV and Workday profile – don’t forget to include your uniquely ‘Adobe’ experiences and volunteer work.
- Visit the Internal Mobility page on Inside Adobe to learn more about the process and set up a job alert for roles you’re interested in.
- Check out these tips to help you prep for interviews.
- If you are applying for a role outside of your current country, ensure you review the International Resources for Relocating Employees on Inside Adobe, including the impacts to your Benefits, AIP, Equity & Payroll.
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 Adobe Life blog and explore the meaningful benefits we offer.
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 applicable characteristics protected by law. Learn more.
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, email accommodations@adobe.com or call (408) 536-3015.
About Adobe
Adobe empowers everyone to create through innovative platforms and tools that unleash creativity, productivity and personalized customer experiences. Adobe’s industry-leading offerings including Adobe Acrobat Studio, Adobe Express, Adobe Firefly, Creative Cloud, Adobe Experience Platform, Adobe Experience Manager, and GenStudio enable people and businesses to turn ideas into impact, powered by AI and driven by human ingenuity.
Our 30,000+ employees worldwide are creating the future and raising the bar as we drive the next decade of growth. We’re on a mission to hire the very best and believe in creating a company culture where all employees are empowered to make an impact. At Adobe, we believe that great ideas can come from anywhere in the organization. The next big idea could be yours.
Let’s Adobe together
At Adobe, we believe in creating a company culture where all employees are empowered to make an impact. Learn more about Adobe life, including our values and culture, focus on people, purpose and community, Adobe for All, comprehensive benefits programs, the stories we tell, the customers we serve, and how you can help us advance our mission of empowering everyone to create.
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.
AI Use Guidelines for Interviews:
Our interviews are designed to reflect your own skills and thinking. The use of AI or recording tools during live interviews is not permitted unless explicitly invited by the interviewer or approved in advance as part of a reasonable accommodation. If these tools are used inappropriately or in a way that misrepresents your work, your application may not move forward in the process.
At Adobe, we empower employees to innovate with AI — and we look for candidates eager to do the same. As part of the hiring experience, we provide clear guidance on where AI is encouraged during the process and where it’s restricted during live interviews. See how we think about AI in the hiring experience.
Expected Pay Range: 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 $173,500 - $331,050 annually. Pay within this range varies by work location and 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.
In California, the pay range for this position is $228,600 - $331,050.
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 Ordinances
Adobe 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 Notice
If 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 Notice
It 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.
EMPLOYEE ROLE
Individual Contributor
About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Software Engineer to join the new Project Graph services team at Adobe.
Project Graph is a new creative system that lets you combine first and third-party AI models, Adobe tools, and custom interactive components inside a visual, designer-friendly node graph editor. Connect a library of tactile, interactive components that bring creative control of AI back to your fingertips. Transform ideas into powerful workflows and modular tools that run anywhere, from the web to Adobe apps like Photoshop. And if you’d rather focus on creating than building, you can tap into a growing ecosystem of community-built tools without ever opening the editor.
The services team focuses on developing HTTP APIs for two primary uses: (1) managing Graph plugins, their versioning, publishing, access control and search, (2) async compute platform for running Graphs on the cloud.
In this backend-focused role, you will play a key role in developing HTTP APIs, working closely with cluster orchestrators like Kubernetes, and building on top of AWS cloud infrastructure.
What you'll do:
- Collaboratively write scalable, resilient HTTP APIs for Project Graph
- Contribute to an async job scheduling system built on top of Kubernetes and Postgres
- Design and implement cloud infrastructure to meet reliability, performance and cost goals
What you need to succeed:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science.
5-10 years of backend software development experience.
Strong hands-on experience in any server-side language; we use Node.js/Typescript.
Expertise with Kubernetes.
Experience with Postgres, Redis, or other data stores.
Experience with Terraform and AWS.
Experience with bash and CI/CD tools, like CircleCI.
Expertise in HTTP API security.
An interest in and ability to learn new technologies.
Ability to tackle problems in a sustainable way, always striving to improve our processes and learn.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; can effectively articulate complex ideas and influence others through well-reasoned explanations.
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 $153,600 - $286,600 annually. Pay within this range varies by work location and 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 Ordinances
Adobe 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 Notice
If 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 Notice
It 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 Opportunities
Creativity, 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:
- Update your Resume/CV and Workday profile – don’t forget to include your uniquely ‘Adobe’ experiences and volunteer work.
- Visit the Internal Mobility page on Inside Adobe to learn more about the process and set up a job alert for roles you’re interested in.
- Check out these tips to help you prep for interviews.
- If you are applying for a role outside of your current country, ensure you review the International Resources for Relocating Employees on Inside Adobe, including the impacts to your Benefits, AIP, Equity & Payroll.
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 Adobe Life blog and explore the meaningful benefits we offer.
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 applicable characteristics protected by law. Learn more.
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, email accommodations@adobe.com or call (408) 536-3015.
About Adobe
Adobe empowers everyone to create through innovative platforms and tools that unleash creativity, productivity and personalized customer experiences. Adobe’s industry-leading offerings including Adobe Acrobat Studio, Adobe Express, Adobe Firefly, Creative Cloud, Adobe Experience Platform, Adobe Experience Manager, and GenStudio enable people and businesses to turn ideas into impact, powered by AI and driven by human ingenuity.
Our 30,000+ employees worldwide are creating the future and raising the bar as we drive the next decade of growth. We’re on a mission to hire the very best and believe in creating a company culture where all employees are empowered to make an impact. At Adobe, we believe that great ideas can come from anywhere in the organization. The next big idea could be yours.
Let’s Adobe together
At Adobe, we believe in creating a company culture where all employees are empowered to make an impact. Learn more about Adobe life, including our values and culture, focus on people, purpose and community, Adobe for All, comprehensive benefits programs, the stories we tell, the customers we serve, and how you can help us advance our mission of empowering everyone to create.
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.
AI Use Guidelines for Interviews:
Our interviews are designed to reflect your own skills and thinking. The use of AI or recording tools during live interviews is not permitted unless explicitly invited by the interviewer or approved in advance as part of a reasonable accommodation. If these tools are used inappropriately or in a way that misrepresents your work, your application may not move forward in the process.
At Adobe, we empower employees to innovate with AI — and we look for candidates eager to do the same. As part of the hiring experience, we provide clear guidance on where AI is encouraged during the process and where it’s restricted during live interviews. See how we think about AI in the hiring experience.
Expected Pay Range: 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 $173,500 - $331,050 annually. Pay within this range varies by work location and 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.
In California, the pay range for this position is $228,600 - $331,050.
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 Ordinances
Adobe 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 Notice
If 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 Notice
It 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.
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Align your portfolio to Adobe's product lines
Adobe hires Senior SDEs around specific platforms: Creative Cloud, Experience Cloud, and Document Cloud. Tailor your GitHub projects and system design examples to distributed systems, media processing, or customer data infrastructure rather than presenting general-purpose engineering work.
Verify your degree field matches specialty occupation
USCIS requires H-1B roles to qualify as specialty occupations, meaning your degree must directly relate to the position. For Adobe SDE roles, computer science, software engineering, or closely related fields satisfy this. A business or unrelated STEM degree can create complications even with strong coding credentials.
Target Adobe's university and intern-to-full-time pipeline
Adobe actively converts F-1 OPT candidates from its internship pipeline into full-time sponsored hires. If you're on OPT, applying to the internship program at the Senior level through Adobe's careers portal puts you in a conversion track with built-in sponsorship infrastructure already in place.
Time your application around H-1B cap season
Adobe files H-1B cap petitions each April for an October 1 start. If you're finishing OPT or a current visa is expiring, target offer acceptance by January or February so your employer has time to prepare USCIS filings before the April 1 registration window opens.
Use Migrate Mate to find open Adobe SDE roles requiring sponsorship
Filtering job boards for sponsorship-friendly roles manually is slow and unreliable. Migrate Mate surfaces Senior Software Development Engineer openings at Adobe and similar technology companies that actively support visa candidates, saving you from applying where sponsorship is uncertain.
Prepare for Adobe's PERM labor certification requirements early
If you're pursuing a Green Card through Adobe via the EB-2 or EB-3 pathway, DOL's PERM process requires your employer to document recruitment efforts and prevailing wage compliance. Ask your recruiter about Adobe's internal immigration counsel early in negotiations, since PERM timelines run 12 to 24 months.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Adobe sponsor H-1B visas for Senior Software Development Engineers?
Yes, Adobe sponsors H-1B visas for Senior Software Development Engineers. Adobe works with experienced immigration counsel and has established internal processes for preparing and filing H-1B cap petitions each April. If you're already in H-1B status with another employer, Adobe can also file an H-1B transfer, which lets you start work once USCIS receives the petition.
How do I apply for Senior Software Development Engineer jobs at Adobe?
Applications go through Adobe's careers portal at adobe.com/careers. Search by role title and filter for engineering positions. The interview process typically includes an initial recruiter screen, a technical phone screen covering data structures and algorithms, and a virtual onsite with system design and coding rounds. Migrate Mate also lists Adobe SDE openings filtered for visa sponsorship eligibility, which makes it easier to identify roles where sponsorship is confirmed.
Which visa types does Adobe commonly use for Senior Software Development Engineers?
Adobe sponsors H-1B, E-3, TN visa, and F-1 OPT for Senior Software Development Engineers at the nonimmigrant level. Australian citizens are eligible for the E-3, which has no lottery. Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying STEM roles can use TN visa status. For permanent residence, Adobe supports EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card pathways through the PERM labor certification process.
What qualifications does Adobe expect for a Senior Software Development Engineer role?
Adobe Senior SDE roles typically require a bachelor's or master's degree in computer science or software engineering plus several years of industry experience. Proficiency in Java, Python, C++, or similar languages is expected, along with hands-on experience building distributed systems or cloud-native services. Familiarity with Adobe's product ecosystem, including Experience Platform or Creative Cloud infrastructure, strengthens your application significantly.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take when joining Adobe as a Senior SDE?
Timeline depends on visa type. H-1B cap cases require winning the USCIS lottery in April with an October 1 start, so plan for a six-month gap between offer and start date. H-1B transfers for candidates already in status move faster, often within two to four weeks of USCIS receipt. E-3 and TN visas processed at a U.S. consulate can sometimes be obtained within a few weeks of receiving your offer letter and supporting documents.