Software Development Manager - Adobe Digital… at Adobe · Hamburg

Software Development Manager - Adobe Digital Audio Engineering Location: Hamburg The Opportunity In the Digital Video & Audio Machine Learning Team we build, train,maintainand deploy powerful machine learning technologies to our video and audio products. Adobe Sensei Features like Scene Edit Detection, Auto Reframe, Media Intelligence or Text Based Editing originatedfromthis group. With an increased focus on AI & ML throughout our apps, we are looking to grow and enhance ourtechnologies to cover an even wider array ofkeycustomer workflows. What You Will Do As an Engineering Manager (AI/ML) at Adobe within the Digital Video Audio Group,you’lllead, empower, and expand ahigh performingengineering team focused on buildingnext‑generationAI‑enabledaudio&video editing solutions. You will bring strategic AI leadership alongside deepdomain andengineering guidance, partnering closely withproductteams,architects,design,operationsand customersto deliver innovativeexperiences that drive success for Creatives around the world. Your role will include: People Management and Team Culture Cultivate a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, customerfocus,andcross-disciplinaryinnovation. Inspire and guide a team of full‑stack engineers inpioneering, architecting anddeliveringDesktop and Web applications with integrated AI capabilities. Technical & AI Strategy Partnerwitharchitects,product managers and researchersdrivingthe technical vision forincorporatingAIcentricfeatures intoproducts, balancingcustomer needs,creativity, performance, reliability, and ethics. Oversee architectural decisions that ensure reliability, scalability, and responsiveness of AI‑powered experiences. Experience & Qualifications Process & PeopleManagementSkills:Builds teams peopledon'twant to leave — supportive, fast-moving, high-trust. Strong mentorship and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to foster collaboration and innovation.Proventrack recordguiding engineering teams through the full lifecycle of large-scale, production-quality software delivery. Technical Leadership:5+ years of engineering experience building consumer-facing desktop applications with large user bases. Hands-on experience integrating AI/ML capabilities into production software.Comfort translating research into shippable product features.Interest in AI/ML research. Product Expertise:Deep familiaritywithpro-levelaudio andvideo editing workflows.Experience with Premiere Pro or comparable NLEs is a strong plus. About Adobe Adobe empowers everyone to create through innovative platforms and tools that unleash creativity, productivity and personalized customer experiences. Adobe’s industry-leading offerings including Adobe Acrobat Studio, Adobe Express, Adobe Firefly, Creative Cloud, Adobe Experience Platform, Adobe Experience Manager, and GenStudio enable people and businesses to turn ideas into impact, powered by AI and driven by human ingenuity. Our 30,000+ employees worldwide are creating the future and raising the bar as we drive the next decade of growth. We’re on a mission to hire the very best and believe in creating a company culture where all employees are empowered to make an impact. At Adobe, we believe that great ideas can come from anywhere in the organization. The next big idea could be yours. Let’s Adobe together At Adobe, we believe in creating a company culture where all employees are empowered to make an impact. Learn more about Adobe life, including our values and culture, focus on people, purpose and community, Adobe for All, comprehensive benefits programs, the stories we tell, the customers we serve, and how you can help us advance our mission of empowering everyone to create. Adobe is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on gender, race or color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Learn more. Adobe aims to make our Careers website and recruiting process accessible to any and all users. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, email accommodations@adobe.com or call +1 408-536-3015. AI Use Guidelines for Interviews: Our interviews are designed to reflect your own skills and thinking. The use of AI or recording tools during live interviews is not permitted unless explicitly invited by the interviewer or approved in advance as part of a reasonable accommodation. If these tools are used inappropriately or in a way that misrepresents your work, your application may not move forward in the process. About Adobe Adobe empowers everyone to create through innovative platforms and tools that unleash creativity, productivity and personalized customer experiences. Adobe’s industry-leading offerings including Adobe Acrobat Studio, Adobe Express, Adobe Firefly, Creative Cloud, Adobe Experience Platform, Adobe Experience Manager, and GenStudio enable people and businesses to turn ideas into impact, powered by AI and driven by human ingenuity. Our 30,000+ employees worldwide are creating the future and raising the bar as we drive the next decade of growth. We’re on a mission to hire the very best and believe in creating a company culture where all employees are empowered to make an impact. At Adobe, we believe that great ideas can come from anywhere in the organization. The next big idea could be yours. Let’s Adobe together At Adobe, we believe in creating a company culture where all employees are empowered to make an impact. Learn more about Adobe life, including our values and culture, focus on people, purpose and community, Adobe for All, comprehensive benefits programs, the stories we tell, the customers we serve, and how you can help us advance our mission of empowering everyone to create. Adobe is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on gender, race or color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Learn more. Adobe aims to make our Careers website and recruiting process accessible to any and all users. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, email accommodations@adobe.com or call +1 408-536-3015. AI Use Guidelines for Interviews: Our interviews are designed to reflect your own skills and thinking. The use of AI or recording tools during live interviews is not permitted unless explicitly invited by the interviewer or approved in advance as part of a reasonable accommodation. If these tools are used inappropriately or in a way that misrepresents your work, your application may not move forward in the process. At Adobe, we empower employees to innovate with AI — and we look for candidates eager to do the same. As part of the hiring experience, we provide clear guidance on where AI is encouraged during the process and where it’s restricted during live interviews. 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