Software Development Engineer, 3D Graphics

Adobe; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 161,700 - 234,150; Full time

Job summary

Adobe is seeking a skilled software engineer to join the After Effects team, focusing on groundbreaking 3D workflows. You will contribute to core features, collaborate with QE, PM, and UX teams, and work with customers to ensure flawless implementation of new capabilities.

You will build, specify, and implement new features while writing automation tests and performing code reviews, across DVA and Creative Cloud groups. Strong C/C++ skills and a passion for real-time graphics are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Proven development skills in C/C++.
• Experience or interest in 3D workflows and real-time graphics is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, robust features for 3D workflows in an Agile environment.
• Collaborate with Quality Engineers, Product Management, Program Management, and UX Designers.
• Engage with customers to understand needs and ensure flawless feature implementation.
• Write automation tests and participate in code reviews to maintain quality.
• Collaborate across DVA and Creative Cloud teams to tackle hard problems.

Skills

3D

Agile

Real-time programming

GPU compute

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Job description

The Opportunity

Join Adobe's world-class After Effects team and contribute to building the next generation of the industry's leading Motion Graphics tool! This is your chance to use your skills to help deliver "Adobe magic" to our customers, specifically focusing on groundbreaking 3D workflows. You'll work on core features, solve complex problems, and make the world on screens more dynamic and exciting every day.

What you’ll Do

• Deliver creative, high-quality, robust features passionate about 3D workflows in an Agile development environment.
• Collaborate closely with Quality Engineers, Product Management, Program Management, and User Experience Designers.
• Engage directly with passionate customers to understand their needs and ensure flawless implementation of features.
• Build, specify, and implement new features while writing automation tests and performing code reviews.
• Work across various teams within the Digital Video & Audio (DVA) and Creative Cloud families to tackle hard problems successfully.

What you need to succeed

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Proven development skills in C/C++.

Beneficial Skills

• A background in 3D.
• Working knowledge of video and compositing tools development concepts.
• Experience operating within an Agile setting.
• Knowledge in GPU compute topics.
• Real-time programming and code performance optimization experience is an asset.

Expected Pay Range

The U.S. pay range for this position is $139,000 – $257,550 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 Washington, the pay range for this position is $161,700 – $234,150.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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