Software Architect

Responsibilities

• Lead technical discussions across diverse teams in a matrix setting
• Mentor developers on emerging and existing technologies, as well as career development paths
• Evaluate the feasibility of alternative directions in future architecture/platform development through modeling and prototyping
• Influence the design, architecture, and implementation of cloud-native experiences (frontend and backend)
• Design and implement high-quality code for complex areas
• Collaborate closely with product managers, architects, and other stakeholders to translate business needs, system architecture, and product requirements into well-designed and implemented software
• Evangelize and distribute technical information
• Present to and gain insights and feedback from Autodesk management on key architectural initiatives
• Contribute to both near and long-term technology roadmaps
• Champion industry best practices
• Serve as a subject matter expert in both established and emerging cloud-native technologies, including Material UI, React, Redux, Web Components, RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and AWS-based server-side infrastructure

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related engineering discipline. An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered
• 10+ years of experience as a software engineer or architect, with a strong focus on cloud technologies
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and effectively
• Strong leadership skills, with experience in guiding and mentoring diverse teams
• Demonstrated success in leading the architecture for commercial software systems that are globally deployed at scale
• High levels of ownership and a collaborative spirit, working seamlessly to consistently deliver high-quality results
• Extensive knowledge of cloud-native development tools, languages, and frameworks, along with an understanding of their appropriate application
• Working knowledge of LLMs and machine learning, with an understanding of key concepts and hands-on experience using machine learning tools in a development environment
• Broad knowledge across many areas of software development and architecture with deep expertise in one or two key domains

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related engineering discipline.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered.
• 10+ years of experience as a software engineer or architect, with a strong focus on cloud technologies.

Skills

Skills required for this role include:

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Strong leadership skills, with experience in guiding and mentoring diverse teams.
• Demonstrated success in leading the architecture for commercial software systems that are globally deployed at scale.
• High levels of ownership and a collaborative spirit, working seamlessly to consistently deliver high-quality results.
• Extensive knowledge of cloud-native development tools, languages, and frameworks, along with an understanding of their appropriate application.
• Working knowledge of LLMs and machine learning, with an understanding of key concepts and hands-on experience using machine learning tools in a development environment.
• Broad knowledge across many areas of software development and architecture with deep expertise in one or two key domains.

Benefits

Autodesk offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health and financial benefits
• Time away and everyday wellness programs
• Annual cash bonuses
• Stock grants
• A benefits package tailored to individual needs

Salary range for this position is between $143,000 and $256,520, with offers based on experience and geographic location.

Pay

Salary is one part of Autodesk's competitive compensation package. For U.S.-based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $143,000 and $256,520. Offers are based on the candidate's experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range.

Schedule

The role offers the flexibility to work remotely, assuming you can accommodate North American time zones for your regular working hours.