Applied ML Research Engineer

JOB LEVEL

P30

EMPLOYEE ROLE

Individual Contributor

The Opportunity

We are the market leader in software products and services for the creative & marketing ecosystem with Creative Cloud, Document Cloud, Express, Firefly and Experience Cloud.

Adobe has made industry-leading progress in addressing the enterprise need for new, scalable ways to create ideas and assets with GenAI-infused workflows and products. Adobe Digital Media’s recent launch of GenAI-powered products for enterprises includes Firefly Services (APIs), Firefly Custom Models, Object Composites, Style Kits and unique AI features within flagship products like Adobe Photoshop, Express and Adobe GenStudio.

We are looking for an outstanding Applied ML Research Engineer to research, design, develop and deliver high-profile products that span GenAI features and customization of GenAI Firefly models to empower the next generation of enterprise creators and marketers everywhere by turning creative intent into creative success. As an Applied Research Engineer, you will be the bridge between SOTA research, industry, and real-world applications shaping the future of our core Intelligence Layer powering these GenAI features for enterprises around the world.

You will be joining a highly collaborative engineering team working closely with internal product teams and strategic partners. You should be able to drive and solve complex AI problems, have a deep empathy for customers, and deliver tangible results in a team-oriented culture.

What you'll do

• Research, train, and deploy SOTA ML models for enterprise use-cases
• Leverage LLMs to analyze complex data and build advanced knowledge-extraction and insight-generation systems
• Explore and iterate on emerging LLM techniques to advance the frontier of Context Engineering
• Build and optimize agentic AI workflows that enable users to dynamically interact and refine outputs from ML systems
• Develop scalable frameworks to evaluate the accuracy, robustness and usability of complex AI agents
• Partner closely with product, UX, business development and strategic partners to translate AI innovations into enterprise-grade production features
• Collaborate with AI Research team to constantly explore and evaluate emerging AI technologies and transform research ideas into interactive prototypes

What you need to succeed

• B.S. or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or a related field
• 2+ years of hands-on experience building and deploying ML models in production
• Demonstrated expertise in training, finetuning, optimizing LLMs / large-scale models
• Proficiency in Python and deep knowledge of leading ML frameworks and libraries
• Strong passion for AI-driven innovation and a track record of delivering impactful, production-grade AI solutions
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Expected Pay Range

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several  U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The U.S. pay range for this position is $125,600 -- $234,150 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 California, the pay range for this position is $161,700 - $234,150

At Adobe, for sales roles starting salaries are expressed as total target compensation (TTC = base + commission), and short-term incentives are in the form of sales commission plans. Non-sales roles starting salaries are expressed as base salary and short-term incentives are in the form of the Annual Incentive Plan (AIP).

In addition, certain roles may be eligible for long-term incentives in the form of a new hire equity award.

State-Specific Notices

California

Fair Chance Ordinances

Adobe will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with state and local laws and “fair chance” ordinances.

Colorado

Application Window Notice

If this role is open to hiring in Colorado (as listed on the job posting), the application window will remain open until at least the date and time stated above in Pacific Time, in compliance with Colorado pay transparency regulations. If this role does not have Colorado listed as a hiring location, no specific application window applies, and the posting may close at any time based on hiring needs.

Massachusetts

Massachusetts Legal Notice

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Internal Opportunities

Creativity, curiosity, and constant learning are celebrated aspects of your career growth journey. We’re glad that you’re pursuing a new opportunity at Adobe!

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At Adobe, you will be immersed in an exceptional work environment that is recognized around the world. You will also be surrounded by colleagues who are committed to helping each other grow through our unique Check-In approach where ongoing feedback flows freely. If you’re looking to make an impact, Adobe's the place for you. Discover what our employees are saying about their career experiences on the Adobe Life blog and explore the meaningful benefits we offer.

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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.

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