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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Software Development Engineer - **Company:** Adobe Inc. - **Location:** San Jose, CA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $208,300.0 - $301,600.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, JavaScript (Programming Language), Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Creative Cloud, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Web Development, Design of User Interfaces, Human-Computer Interaction, Language Modeling, Performance Tuning, Software Engineering, TypeScript, Web Applications, RxJS, Test-Driven Development (TDD), ReactJS, Large Language Models, Generative AI, Adobe, Information Technology, Deployment Automation, Web Technologies, Functional Programming, Es2015 - **Published:** September 6, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/lead-software-development-engineer-san-jose-ca--346559eb-1b0e-4056-8ea4-f1e479e34903 ## About the Role * 7-10+ years of professional experience developing interactive web applications, preferably in the creative tool domain * B.S or higher in Computer Science, or equivalent experience * Well established practice of building and deploying web applications or interactive sites using React * High proficiency in TypeScript or JavaScript (ES6+) * Confidence to be an opinionated, pragmatic developer - especially in the areas of writing high-performance, reliable and maintainable code * Ability to perform independently in a hybrid or remote first work environment supported by competent written and verbal communication skills Bonus Qualifications * Web components (LIT or other similar), Observables based programming (RxJS or similar) * Fluent in functional programming style * Fluent with Test Driven Development (TDD) * Experience with Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) * Exposure to generative AI models, including text-to-image and large language models * Experience with video or similar multi-track non-linear editors * Experience in UX design, design systems or close collaboration with design teams * Knowledge of modern web technologies, for example, WASM, WebGPU and canvas rendering, security, asynchrony and performance optimization, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Product Family, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Canvas, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Computer Science, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Customer Experience, Detail Oriented, Functional Programming Languages, Identify Issues, Internet Technology, JavaScript, Mentoring, Modeling Languages, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Product Design, Product Management, Prototyping, Quality Assurance Methodology, Software Development, Software Engineering, Team Player, Test Driven Development (TDD), Test Plan/Schedule, User Experience Design (UXD), User Interface/Experience (UI/UX), Web Programming, Writing Skills ## Description The Adobe Firefly client team is seeking a senior JavaScript/TypeScript engineer to contribute to an exciting, high profile effort to establish Adobe as the best creativity tools provider. We seek to empower the next generation of creators everywhere by turning creative intent into creative success. We are crafting new AI/ML powered tools empowering self expression and collaboration across the digital landscape. While implementing this far-reaching strategy we are focusing on using product driven development to drive rapid iteration and to continuously deliver measurable impact. This initiative is an outstanding opportunity to shape emerging next generation products reaching millions of creators worldwide. The Opportunity What are we looking for in an ideal lead front end developer? You will be joining a highly collaborative team of application and front end engineers working closely with the internal product teams and stakeholders. Your primary role is to architect and maintain the user-facing experience for Adobe Firefly. You have a user-centric, detail oriented approach, invite constructive collaboration, naturally strive to be a mentor and always work with a bias towards action. Most importantly you enjoy independently solving complex problems, have a deep empathy for customers, and drive tangible results in a team oriented culture. What you'll Do * Help establish architecture and quality coding practices for the Adobe Firefly client platform * Define long-term solutions for component based architecture using functional programming * Work closely with the design team, product management and our internal clients translating early ideas into interactive prototypes * Engage with customers to identify problems, A|B test solutions, and refine workflows * Expand your knowledge and skills to stay ahead of the latest development, test, and deployment methodologies ## Related Videos - [How to Create New RxJS Operators](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/683-how-to-create-new-rxjs-operators) - [3x Performance: A Humbling Journey](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100165-3x-performance-a-humbling-journey) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE – AI, Freelancing, Keeping Up with Tech and More](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1786-wearedevelopers-live-ai-freelancing-keeping-up-with-tech-and-more) - [NoCode LiveCode: Leveraging AI Tools to Craft Fully Functional Apps!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1169-nocode-livecode-leveraging-ai-tools-to-craft-fully-functional-apps) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE – Frontend Inspirations, Web Standards and more](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1761-wearedevelopers-live-frontend-inspirations-web-standards-and-more) - [Practice makes perfect - when it comes to RxJS](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1-practice-makes-perfect-when-it-comes-to-rxjs) ## Related Articles - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [Dev Digest 133 - Back to Front](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/474-dev-digest-133-back-to-front) - [Dev Digest 130 - The Diablo is in the details](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/470-dev-digest-130-the-diablo-is-in-the-details) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Dev Digest 131 - AI'm not sure about OSS](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/472-dev-digest-131-ai-m-not-sure-about-oss) - [Dev Digest 129 - Now that's what I call private data!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/468-dev-digest-129-now-that-s-what-i-call-private-data)