Sr. Mgr. Software Development
AdobeSan Jose$203k – $293kPosted 30 March 2026
Job Description
Senior Manager, Software Development
Role Summary
We’re hiring a Senior Manager, Software Development to lead engineering strategy and delivery for scalable, data-driven, AI-enabled platforms.
You will set technical direction, build strong teams, and deliver secure, high-performing cloud applications that power analytics, automation, and digital experiences.
What You’ll Do
Architecture & Strategy
Define technical vision for scalable, AI-enabled systems
Establish secure data integration and platform standards
Lead AI/ML deployment and model integration strategies
Platform & Roadmap Leadership
Own multi-quarter engineering roadmaps
Translate product strategy into technical execution
Deliver scalable data and automation solutions
Engineering Excellence
Lead the full development lifecycle
Implement CI/CD, testing, observability, and reliability best practices
Drive continuous improvement across tools and processes
People Leadership
Build and grow high-performing engineering teams
Develop senior engineers and emerging leaders
Foster accountability, innovation, and technical excellence
Cross-Functional Influence
Partner with Product, Analytics, Marketing, Security, Legal, and Finance
Lead architecture reviews and key technical decisions
Communicate strategy and progress to senior leaders
What You’ll Bring
8 years of software engineering experience
5 years leading engineering teams
Experience building complex, cloud-native platforms
Strong expertise in distributed systems, data pipelines, APIs, and AI/ML systems
Proven DevOps and operational excellence experience
Ability to influence senior stakeholders
Clear, concise communication skills
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 accommodationsadobe.com or call 1 408-536-3015.
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