Software Development Engineer 4

Changing the world through digital experiences, Adobe empowers everyone from emerging artists to global brands with tools for exceptional digital experiences.
$133,900 - $242,000
Backend
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS

Description For Software Development Engineer 4

Adobe, a global leader in digital experiences, is seeking a Software Development Engineer 4 to join their Experience Cloud Mobile team. This role is at the intersection of Adobe Journey Optimizer and Adobe Experience Platform, where you'll be instrumental in crafting personalized, multi-channel customer journeys and campaigns.

The mobile landscape has never been more important - with over 7 billion mobile users worldwide and 6.9 billion smartphone users as of 2025, mobile applications have become fundamental to daily life. This position offers an opportunity to shape the future of mobile experiences at an enterprise scale.

As a Software Development Engineer 4, you'll be responsible for building and maintaining scalable, high-performance services that power mobile experiences for large enterprises. The role encompasses full-cycle development, from design and implementation to monitoring and optimization. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies including cloud infrastructure, Kubernetes, and various backend technologies like Java, Node.js, and Python.

Key responsibilities include developing web services, implementing robust monitoring systems, participating in incident response, enhancing test automation, and mentoring junior team members. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams including UI/SDK developers, product managers, and designers to create effective solutions.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of experience in software development, strong expertise in backend technologies, and experience with cloud infrastructure and containerization. You should be comfortable with both SQL and NoSQL databases, and have experience setting up service level objectives and indicators.

Adobe offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $133,900 to $242,000 annually, based on geographic location and experience. The company is committed to creating exceptional employee experiences and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute to the next big idea.

Join Adobe's mission to change the world through digital experiences, working on products that impact billions of users worldwide. This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies, solve complex technical challenges, and shape the future of mobile experiences while working with some of the industry's best talents.

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Responsibilities For Software Development Engineer 4

  • Engage in all aspects of web services development: design, scoping, coding, code reviews, testing, bug fixes, and deployment
  • Implement and maintain monitoring, alerting, and incident response processes
  • Participate in incident response and improvement implementations
  • Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation
  • Enhance test automation infrastructure
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams
  • Participate in agile ceremonies
  • Independently deliver complex functionalities
  • Mentor and guide junior team members

Requirements For Software Development Engineer 4

Java
Node.js
Python
Kubernetes
MongoDB
Kafka
  • B.S. in Computer Science or related engineering field
  • 5+ years of experience in designing and developing web or software applications
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Expertise in backend development with Java, Node.js, or Python
  • Experience with cloud infrastructure, Kubernetes, GitOps, Terraform, Docker
  • Experience in setting up SLAs, SLOs, and SLIs
  • Proficiency in writing functional, integration, and performance tests
  • Experience with both SQL and NoSQL databases
  • Experience with Kafka and Zookeeper is a plus
  • Experience in mobile application development is a plus

Benefits For Software Development Engineer 4

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
  • Competitive compensation package
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401k retirement plan

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