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Principal Engineer 6Adobe • San Francisco, CA, United States
Principal Engineer 6

Principal Engineer 6

Adobe • San Francisco, CA, United States
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Our Company

Changing the world through digital experiences is what Adobes all about. We give everyonefrom emerging artists to global brandseverything they need to design and deliver exceptional digital experiences. Were passionate about empowering people to create beautiful and powerful images, videos, and apps, and transform how companies interact with customers across every screen.

Were on a mission to hire the very best and are committed to creating exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected and has access to equal opportunity. We realize that new ideas can come from everywhere in the organization, and we know the next big idea could be yours!

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly experienced and innovative Principal Engineer to join the GenStudio Engineering team. This role is ideal for a technical leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about building scalable, high-impact software solutions. You will drive architectural decisions, mentor engineers, and influence the technical direction of GenStudio.

What You'll Do

  • Architect and design complex, interlinked systems with a forward-looking perspective.
  • Lead development reviews and own designs that impact the fundamental architecture of GenStudio.
  • Make architectural decisions and simplify complex requirements into scalable solutions.
  • Define and establish code standards, test strategies, and automation technologies.
  • Lead code reviews and refactor complex areas to improve maintainability and performance.
  • Share programming expertise across multiple engineering domains and resolve high-complexity issues.
  • Choose or build frameworks and libraries to accelerate team velocity.
  • Regularly publish knowledge through white papers, architectural documents, or enablement sessions.
  • Mentor and coach engineers across teams, fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation.

What you need to succeed

  • 12+ years of experience in software engineering, with a strong track record of technical leadership.
  • Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Deep domain knowledge in system design, architecture, and scalable software development.
  • Expertise in multiple programming languages and modern development frameworks.
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence technical strategy.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams and functions.
  • Preferred Attributes

  • Recognized as a thought leader within and beyond the organization.
  • Experience mentoring senior engineers and shaping engineering culture.
  • Demonstrated ability to drive innovation and evangelize new technologies.
  • Experience with building GenAI-first applications.
  • Contributions to industry forums, conferences, or open-source communities.
  • Compensation and notices

    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 $190,200 $351,300 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.

    Colorado : Application Window Notice If this role is open to hiring in Colorado, 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.

    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.

    Adobe aims to make 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, contact Adobes accommodations team.

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