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Innovative Work, Mixed Bureaucracy

Software Engineer
Former Employee
Worked at Adobe for less than 1 year
November 9, 2025
Seattle, Washington
4.0
Pros

Strong brand reputation: Adobe is a well-established, respected tech company.

Innovative product portfolio: Work on creative tools like Photoshop, Illustrator, and Adobe Sensei.

Competitive compensation: Salaries, bonuses, and stock options are generally strong.

Work-life balance: Many teams report reasonable hours and flexibility.

Learning opportunities: Access to cutting-edge tech, internal mobility, and professional development.

Cons

Large company bureaucracy: Slower decision-making and more red tape.

Product legacy complexity: Older codebases can be hard to modernize.

Team experience varies: Culture and workload can differ widely by org.

Innovation pace: Some engineers feel constrained by product cycles or legacy systems.

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