Director of Engineering - Adobe Podcast

Adobe Podcast is revolutionizing media creation through an AI-first web platform that democratizes high-quality audio and video content production. As our first Director of Engineering, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping both the product and engineering culture while working directly with an experienced GM who brings successful startup founding experience.

This unique opportunity combines the agility of a startup with Adobe's extensive resources and stability. You'll be a player-coach, managing a growing team of full-stack engineers while staying hands-on with technical work. The role requires balancing strategic leadership with practical engineering expertise to deliver innovative features and exceptional user experiences.

Your responsibilities will span technical strategy, team leadership, and hands-on development. You'll guide architecture decisions, optimize engineering processes, and collaborate with Adobe Research on AI technologies. The role demands both technical excellence and strong leadership skills to build and nurture high-performing engineering teams.

The ideal candidate brings 12+ years of development experience, with 5+ years in engineering management. You should be proficient in Ruby on Rails and React, with experience building scalable web applications. We're looking for someone who combines technical depth with a founder's mindset - someone who can drive innovation while ensuring reliable delivery.

This role offers competitive compensation ($179,300-$354,600 annually) and the opportunity to shape the future of creative media production at Adobe. You'll work with cutting-edge AI technology while building features that empower creators worldwide. If you're passionate about both technology leadership and hands-on engineering, and want to make a significant impact at the intersection of AI and creative tools, this role offers an exceptional opportunity.